Aquatics International | Lifeguard Resource Center

LIFEGUARDLINK

Taking a Hard Look
What you do every day positions your team for success. Are you ready?

Watch the Watchers

Techniques to monitor and teach proper vigilance.

To the Rescue

An emergency shows that in-service really has a purpose.

Patterns of Abuse

Training staff to recognize abuse ensures safety.

Up to the Test?

How to implement a swim test policy at your facility.

Emergency Training

Drills to keep your lifeguards’ CPR skill from getting rusty.

Defusing the Situation

Can your guards handle a high-stress situation?

Where Guards Rescue Guards Every Day
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lifeguard news

Red Cross Cuts Swim Fees
Responding to months of criticism over increased learn-to-swim fees, the American Red Cross announced it will significantly reduce those costs. The new structure includes two price tiers, and incentives to offer additional Red Cross training.

• USLA Seeks Input on Open-Water Guideline Revamp

• Mass. Pool Managers Charged with Reckless Endangerment

• Embattled Red Cross Launches New Guard Program

• OSHA Investigating Rare Lightning Strike Death

lifeguard training

Let’s Get Physical
Are your guards strong enough to save lives?

• Five ways to take control of your in-service training program.

• Your guards may be more accustomed to texting than talking. Here’s how to boost their communication skills.

• Shake up your guards’ conditioning routines.

• How to ‘polish’ your pros to improve their performance.

• Develop essential observation and response skills.

• Consider a responsibility pledge.

operations

Season Finale
Use these tips to season close like a pro.

• Don’t skirt safety even with shrinking resources.

• Simple steps to improve your scheduling.

risk management

Vested Interest
The realities of a life-jacket-required policy.

• A MAHC lifeguarding committee chair explains the code.

• Are you ready to help your staff after an emergency?

• Setting clear expectations — and consequences.

• Ensure vigilance during lifeguard rotations.

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CERTIFICATIONS

• American Lifeguard Association Certification Program

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Program

• Ellis International Lifeguard Training Program

• National Aquatic Safety Co. Lifeguard Certification

• NSPF ePro Academy Online Training Programs

• Starfish Aquatics Institute Training Programs

• USLA Lifeguard Agency Certification Program

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