Drowning, Autism, & the IRC
Although drowning is the leading cause of death for all children in the United States, research indicates that children with autism are at an increased risk due to sensory issues,…
Pool Rip-offs & Explosions
This has been a trying pool season, no doubt. We have made it through it (knock on wood, fingers crossed 🤞) for the most part. Labor day weekend is only…
Swimming Pool Electric Shock
I don't know how to write this one. Swimming pool electrocution is a life and death topic, and I know people understand this. The challenge is in getting people to…
CMAHC’s Dewey Case Discusses Importance of Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act
Pool Pro Podcast and Ask the Masters' Podcast Spotlight Critical Requirements and Expiration Dates for Pool Service Professionals and Builders RALEIGH, N.C. – Dewey Case, technical director for the Council…
LIFEGUARD FAILS
by Annette Cohen Pallowick Lifeguard Responsibilities What are the responsibilities of a lifeguard? How do we know if the lifeguard is living up to those responsibilities? Can you identify each…
Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim
The Challenges of Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim and How to Overcome Them by Nikos Vasilellis Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim Swimming is one of the most exciting…
Don’t Drink The Butt Water!
Crypto is Contracted by Swallowing Contaminated Pool Water! This is why we hear about "outbreaks" and facility closures in the NEWS on such a frequent basis. People dip their butts…
Oh Crap, Someone Pooped In The Pool!
Code Brown!!! Sh*t happens, right? A fecal incident can occur from someone being ill, a child not wanting to get out because they are having too much fun, or even…
Prevent Drowning In Your Backyard Pool
On average, 19 children in the U.S. drown every year on the 4th of July - USA Swimming Foundation This is a tough subject and it's hard to even write…
