Splash into Safety Checklist!

Use this helpful checklist to prepare your pool for all possible emergencies.

_____ Do I have enough TRAINED Lifeguards to provide the proper pool surveillance Lifeguard

Certifications? Lifeguard/First Aid - 3-year Certificate and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - 1-year Certificate?

_____ Do I have the proper rescue equipment for my guards (rescue tubes, backboard w/

head immobilizer, CPR pocket mask, a first aid kit, and an automated external defibrillator?

_____ Do I have enough trained Water Safety Instructors if I schedule Red Cross Learn-to-

Swim classes?

_____ Do I offer regular in-service training for my Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors?

What is an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?

Did you know?

The American Red Cross has educational aquatic materials available for all ages:

Water Safety Handbook - $5.00 each

Raffy Learns to Swim: Learn-to-Swim Levels 1 & 2 - $2.00 each

Raffy Learns to Swim: Learn-to-Swim Levels 3 & 4 - $2.00 each

You can become an Aquatics Leader:

Conduct safety presentations for your youth groups-scouts, church & summer camp groups, the following materials are available:

Longfellow’s WHALE Tales: K-6 Educational Packet includes CD-Rom, 8 posters, &

Video - $55.00 each kit.

Water Safety Presentations: Water Safety Today teaches easy-to-remember

safety tips that apply to pools, spas, waterparks, lakes, rivers, oceans and more. Ideal for parents, youth in grades 4-12 and people who participate in activities in and around the water, such as camp staff and campers.

Water Safety Handbook - $5.00 each.

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