Safety

National Safety Action Plan Writers Release Life Jacket Recommendations

The U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan Coalition has published national recommendations for U.S. Coast Guard Approved PFD and Life Jacket Use

ILCIRA Issues Call for Participation in Critical Incident Survey

Retention Pond Drowning Results in Major Settlement Amount

CPSC Issues Warning to Destroy ‘Relaxing Baby’ Swim Float

The Lifeguard Supervisor Checklist

WLSL to Roll Out in June

A New Era: The Leaders Moving the Aquatics Industry Forward

ISHOF Presents Water Safety Honors

California Passes Every Child a Swimmer Bill

Industry Responds to Additional Federal Cuts

U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan Forms Nonprofit

Former Olympian Elizabeth Beisel Becomes AOAP Spokesperson

SWIM Act Reintroduced

News in Aquatics-March 2025

WHO Releases 2024 Drowning Report

Water Safety Drills for the Public

Latest Model Aquatic Health Code Released

Starfish Launches Online Course for Consumers

Building Communities, One Pool at a Time: Insights from a Parks and Rec Leader

NDPA Taps Advocacy Veteran as Interim Executive Director

Legislation Introduced to Make Swimming Lessons More Affordable

Katchmarchi to Leave the National Drowning Prevention Alliance

The Value of Lifeguards to Our Mission

Water-Safety Legislation Promotes Lessons and Education

We Have the Tools to Stop Suction Entrapment

Child Killed in Suction Entrapment at Houston Hotel

Avoiding Suction Entrapment

How You Can Contribute to the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan

Justin Wiley Honored with 2024 Aquatics International Power Award

Julie Lopiccolo and Jonathan St. Clair Honored in 2024 Aquatics International Power Issue

Alissa Magrum Recognized with 2024 Aquatics International Power Award

Alison Petri Named in Aquatics International’s 2024 Power Issue

The ZAC Foundation’s Ferraro and Cohn Recognized in AI Power Issue

American Red Cross’ Bill Ramos Highlighted in Aquatics International Power Issue

Pam Cannell of NDPA Honored in Aquatics International Power Issue

Mastering AEDs for Lifeguards

Aquatic Law Conference to Take Place

Lifeguard Drills for Working in Multiples

SNAPkids of Berkeley, Calif. Gains Best of Aquatics Designation

City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors Showcased in Best of Aquatics Issue

Learn These Drills for Multiple Lifeguards, Victims and Routes

Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Names 2023 Scholarship Winners

National Water Safety Plan Officially Launches

2023 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Draws Thousands Globally

University of Nebraska Medical Center Monroe-Meyer Institute Named a 2023 Dream Design

Learn the Latest Highlights in Aquatics and Swimming Pool News

Lifeguarding Drills to Help Master Teamwork

Florida License Plate Raises Funds for Swim Lessons

How to Train Lifeguards on Infant Rescue

U.S. Water Safety Action Plan Imminent as California Releases Its Own

Texas City Makes Changes After Brain Amoeba Death

Diversity in Aquatics’ Miriam Lynch Featured in Aquatics International Power Issue

Bill O’Melia of Drennen’s Dreams Honored in Aquatics International Power Issue

Oregon Health Inspector John Mason Named in Aquatics International Power Issue

Stephanie Shook of the American Red Cross Receives Aquatics International Power Issue Honor

Morag Mackay Earns Aquatics International Power Issue Honor

Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Prepares to Update Key Standards

Safety Above the Waterline

Lifeguard Training: Getting in the Mix

NDPA Initiates Collaborations to Advance Drowning Prevention and Education

Retention Ponds: Drowning Hazards Hidden in Full View

5 Steps We Can Take Now to Counter Pandemic Impact on Drownings

Drowning is NEVER Funny

Industry Adapts to Changes in National Pool Drain Cover Standard

Bill Proposed to Renew VGB Grant Financing

Developing a Common Language About Swimming Pool Color

National Water Safety Plan Underway

Devising Layers of Safety at Aquatics Facilities

Avoiding Pool Chemical-Associated Health Events

Philly’s Kappen Aquatic Center Honored in Best of Aquatics

Town of Marana Parks and Rec Receives Best of Aquatics Recognition

National Drowning Prevention Alliance Takes Fall Symposium Online

Water Ride Accident Kills Child, Seriously Injures Brother

Learn the Steps to Opening in the Second COVID Summer

The Crux of the Job: Keeping Patrons Safe

Florida Passes First-of-its-Kind Swimming Bill

World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Takes Place In Person for 2021

Tread-a-Thon Organizers Seek to Break Record

Why Swim Coaches and Instructors Should Never Also Serve Simultaneously as Lifeguards

Florida Introduces Legislation to Help Make Every Child a Swimmer

Controlling External Bleeding

Big Blue Launches Rapid Growth Plan

Three Ways to Reduce Liability at Your Pool

Drain Cover Standard Sees Implementation Delay

AquaBliss Pools Gives Back by Supporting Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Efforts

Joe Vassallo of Paragon Pools Joins CPSC Safety Campaign

CombiTile Offers CombiLock

COVID-19 Spikes Mean Different Things to Different Aquatics Facilities

Learn the Keys to Successful Pool Cover Installation

Starfish Releases Swim Lesson Guide

The Potential for Bacteria Testing in Commercial Swimming Pools

Aquatics Groups Form Alliance in Response to COVID-19

An Employee at Your Aquatics Facility Says They May Have Been Exposed to COVID-19. What Next?

Check Out These Guidance Documents for Reopening Your Aquatics Facilities

About Using Pool Water to Disinfect Objects and Surfaces Against COVID-19

Virtual NDPA Conference Breaks Record

UPDATED: Pennsylvania to Greenlight Construction After Coronavirus-Related Shutdown

The Coronavirus and Aquatics Facility Safety

WLSL Offers Flexible Dates in Response to Coronavirus

Covid-19: The Latest from Hanley Wood

DOL Publishes Guidelines for Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus

How Secure Are Your Perimeters?

Readiness Response Drills for Pairs

New Jersey Considers Mandatory Water Education in Schools

Two Aquatics-Related Bills Open Florida Legislative Session

Breckenridge Recreation Center of Colorado Gains 2019 Best of Aquatics Recognition

City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Takes Best of Aquatics Honor

Davie Aquatics Profiled in 2019 Best of Aquatics Issue

City of Spokane Aquatics Gains Best of Aquatics Honor

Try These Rescuer Positioning Drills

Second Florida Bill Addresses Water Safety Education in Schools

Florida Pool and Swimming Organizations Explore Learn-to-Swim Bill

Learn How to Manage the Risk of a Lightning Event

NSF Standard Now Covers Safety Flooring

CPSC Releases Drowning Statistics for Summer 2019

A Bolt and a Clap: Part 2 of the Survey on Lightning and Aquatics Facilities

Glove Up! Lifeguards Can Learn to Streamline Glove Application

Video Addresses Chemical Gas Incidents

MAHC Committee Recommends New CYA Parameters

Another Amoeba Death Blamed on a Waterpark

CPSC Approves Drain-Cover Standard Update

AOAP Grant Deadline Approaching

New Jersey Bill Would Require K-12 Water-Safety Education

Lowry Grant Awarded to Pueblo Dept. of Public Health and Environment

Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code Names New Executive Director

Texas Adopts Industry Code, Avoids Loss of Plumbing Regulator

Survey Shows Continued Inconsistencies in Lightning Protocol

Goldfish Swim School Kicks Off Fundraiser for USA Swimming Foundation

Learn the Finer Points About Three Oft-Misunderstood Aspects of Water Sanitization

Industry Readies for National Water Safety Month

NPDA Releases Video Addressing Diving Mask Safety

NDPA Rolls Out New Programs

AOAP and Starfish Team Up for AqP Designation

Looking for Government-Sponsored Safety Programs in Your Area? CPSC Offers Grants

New Texas Bill Would Name APSP Code for Municipalities

Texas Bill Proposes Adoption of APSP-Backed Code

Seven Peaks Provo, Utah’s Largest Waterpark Reopening After Nearly Two Years

Registration Open for 10th Annual World’s Largest Swim Lesson

Krayzelburg Swim School Changes Name, Starts Franchising

Consummate Technician: Steve Barnes Honored in Annual Aquatics Intl Power Issue

Champion Swimmers Find Success Running Swim Schools

Safety Steward: Kelly Gaines is a 2019 AI Power Person, Honored for Safety

Weekly Warm-Up: Smooth Transitions Part 4

Devoted Messenger: Michele Long of the City of Mesa Fire and Medical Dept. Honored for Outreach

2019 New Products: Safety

S.R. Smith Debuts Safety Cover for Velocity Starting Block

Rose Bowl Aquatic Center Settles Child Sex-Abuse Lawsuit

Pool Equip’s Custom Safety Pads are CPSC-Certified

Weekly Warm-Up: Smooth Transitions Part 3

Mist Cooling Introduces Retractable Swimming Pool Anchors for Safety Covers

Life Floor Offers Hexagon Tile

Flecks Systems Introduces Water Flecks Safety Surfacing

AquaStar Introduces Lite Star

Aqua Creek Products’ Admiral Pool Lift is UL-Certified

Aqua Conscience Presents Improved ANGELS

City of Peoria Aquatics Makes Best of Aquatics Roster

Weekly Warm-Up: Smooth Transitions Part 2

Learn About the Training That Makes Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation a Best of Aquatics Honoree

Water Safety USA Embarks on National Plan to Address Drowning Prevention

Weekly Warm-Up: Smooth Transitions Part 1

How One Pool Builder is Spreading the Water Safety Message

Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 5

Questions Emerge as Officials Investigate Surf Park Death

Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 4

Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 3

Swimming Pool and Spa Suction Fittings: A Crucial Standard Revised

How to Safeguard Children from Sexual Abuse in Your Facility

The Importance of Keeping Kids Safe from Sex Abuse in Aquatics Facilities

Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 2

Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 1

Canada Imposes Depth Requirement on Existing Pools

National Swimming Pool Foundation Names Recipients of Step Into Swim Grants

Working with the Authorities on Emergency Action Plans in Aquatics Centers and Waterparks

World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Breaks Record Participation

Sentag Offers New Approach to Drowning Detection

Addressing Swimming Pools and the Wildfires

APSP Veteran Staffer Transitioning to Part-Time

New Model Aquatic Health Code Released

Team Temecula Takes the Top Spot in June’s 2018 Summer Lifeguard Challenge

Weekly Warm-Up: Team Tow Part 3

Weekly Warm-Up: Team Tow Part 2

Weekly Warm-Up: Team Tow Part 1

Jury Finds Rose Bowl Aquatic Center Liable for Abuse

Now Accepting Submissions for July’s Summer Lifeguard Challenge

There’s Still Time to Participate in June’s Summer Lifeguard Challenge

WhiteWater Enters Agreement with Life Floor

Registration open for AOAP Conference and Exposition

World’s Largest Swim Lesson Caps Off Another Successful Event

New UL Standard Addresses Pool/Spa Lifts

Designing Waterparks for the Storm

Weekly Warm-Up: An Introduction to One-Arm Towing

Safety Campaign Addresses So-Called Dry Drowning

Lifeguard Will Have Felony Charge Removed

Keeping Tabs Indoors: Maintaining Dehumidification Systems for Natatoriums and Indoor Swimming Pools

Water Safety USA Announces 2018 Message

Weekly Warm-Ups: Swimming Kicks Part 3

Weekly Warm-Ups: Swimming Kicks Part 2

Boy Narrowly Saved from Entrapment

A Closer Look at the Schlitterbahn Verruckt Case

There’s More to Lifeguarding Than Just Swimming

NDPA Educational Conference Breaks Records

Weekly Warm-Up: An Introduction to Swimming Kicks

World Aquatic Health Conference Registration Open

Three Arrested for Death of 10-year-Old on Schlitterbahn’s Verruckt

The Five Most Important Tips for Positioning Lifeguards

Weekly Warm-Up: Disengagement Part 3

Aquatics Lifer: Dewey Case and His Mission to Bring Water-Safety Awareness to His Community and Beyond

Saving Grace: Laura Metro Turns Near Tragedy into a Cause for Good

Save the Date: The 2018 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Weekly Warm-Up: Disengagement Part 2

From Pool Schlub to Protected Pro

In Memory of Lylah

Weekly Warm-Up: Disengagement Part 1

#MeToo Equally Relevant in Aquatics

Gymnastics Abuse Scandal Results in New Legislation, Reopening of Wounds for USA Swimming

Consumer Product Safety Commission Offers Grants to Encourage Safety Laws

Weekly Warm-Up: Glove Application Part V

What if Lifeguards Wore Body Cameras?

Weekly Warm-Up: Glove Application Part IV

Weekly Warm-Up: Glove Application Part III

Weekly Warm-Up: Glove Application Part II

Paragon Aquatics Introduces All Terrain Griff’s Guard Station

SKWIM.COM Introduces New Swim Fins

National Drowning Prevention Alliance Implements Major Board Changes

Ensuring Compliance with the Updated Drain Cover Standard

Aquatic Technology Introduces Platform Lifeguard Chairs

2018 New Products for Commercial Aquatics: Safety and Rescue Equipment

Introducing Water Safety Products’ Shoe Drop

Check Out RenoSys’ Safety Pads

Check Out the Complete 2018 New Products for Aquatics List

Have You Performed Our Weekly Warm-Ups?

Coming Soon to a Town Near You: Pool-Pets

University to Pay $9 Million Settlement in Diving Accident

Step Into Swim Counts Reasons to be Grateful

Global Alliance of Pool/Spa Industry Associations Forms

The CDC’s Michael Beach, Ph.D. Shares a Chapter From His Past

Top Five Takeaways from Disaster Preparedness Panel

Before Their Kids Learn to Swim, Nervous Moms Take the Plunge

MasterCard Ends Signature Transaction Requirements

USA Swimming Honored by International Sorority for Commitment to Diversity

How to Reduce Pool Chemical Accidents

Coping with Disasters

Dry Drowning and Other Misnomers

Pool Safety: The Most Important Mission

The Latest on the Suction Outlet Performance Standard

Team Davie Crowned 2017 Summer Lifeguard Challenge Champ

Lifeguard’s Arrest Could be ‘Game Changer’

Experts Caution Against These Fashionable Floaties for Babies

Overcoming In-Water Ventilation Challenges

Announcing the AI Summer Lifeguard Challenge Winner for July

NSPF Announces 2017 Step Into Swim Campaign Grant Recipients

Aquatic Facility Break-Ins Continue

The American Red Cross and Partners Surpass Swim Lesson Goal

Time’s Up for Lifeguard Instructors to Comply with New Law

Announcing the Summer Lifeguard Challenge for August

R. Neil Lowry Grant Given to Benefit Arizona-based Tribe

Parental Advice Column Unearths Learn-to-Swim Obstacles

Seven Peaks Waterpark Temporarily Closes Due to Safety Complaints

New Book Gives Pool Operators Legal Insight

Meet Debbie Sayers: U.S. Swim School Ambassador to China

Summer Lifeguard Challenge for July is Set

Aquatics Pros Dissect the Campy Swimming Pool Thriller ’12 Feet Deep’

USA Swimming Foundation Reports Increase in Swimming Ability in U.S. Children by 5 to 10%

These Tips Will Keep Lifeguards Safe in Extreme Heat

Pool Electrocution Kills Five in Turkey

Recap: A Roundup of Videos and Images Capturing the 2017 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Multiple Pool Drain Entrapments Reported in Europe

And the Winner of the 2017 Summer Lifeguard Challenge for May is …

APSP Drain Cover Standard Out For Public Comment

VGB 10-Year Anniversary Honored by Senate Committee

Water Safety USA Announces 2017 Safety Message

Paragon Pools Launches Water Safety PSA Series

Florida Pool Contractors Await Clarification on Electrical Scope of Work

Nonfatal Fall Prompts Waterslide Closure in Its First Week

How an Underwater Fence Instills Confidence in Beginning Swimmers

Organizations Promote Water Safety Month with Special Events and Initiatives

Kicking off the 2017 AI Summer Lifeguard Challenge

OxiClean Pitchman Adopts Adult Learn-to-Swim Initiative Mission

Video: Breaking Down the YMCA Speed Board Exit

UPDATE: Kansas Governor Signs Bill Inspired by Verruckt Tragedy

Fourth Electrical Victim in 2016 Raises Questions

Electrical Tragedy Inspires North Carolina Safety Bill, Family Lawsuit

Safer 3 Unveils Bold New Brand

This Water Workout is Not for the Weak

What Really Happens When Someone Drowns?

USA Swimming Foundation and Starfish Aquatics Institute Grow Partnership

A Call for Shorter Certifications

Red Cross Partners with Counsilman-Hunsaker

INO Technologies Introduces a Device to Predict Weather

Serious About Fun: Safety Considerations for Unconventional Pool Activities

Video: Breaking Down the Mid-Depth Extrication

Aquatics Facility Handbook: February

How to Develop a Risk Management Model for Any Pool Activity

Drain Entrapment is No Laughing Matter

ASTM Sets Standards for Stationary Wave Systems

AI Honors the Exceptional

Video: Breaking Down the Shallow Water Extrication

CPRParty Asks President Trump for Industry Tax Credits

Pool Contractor Receives 33-Year Prison Sentence

Settlements Reached on Waterslide Death Case

How to Catch a Potential Thief

Getting a Handle on Employee Theft

Registration Open for 2017 AOAP Conference and Awards Breakfast

Water Safety Products Announces FlipEasy

The 2017 New Products for Aquatics List is Here

Aquatics Facility Handbook: January

Inter-Fab Offers Customized Railings

Campaign Prompts Parents to Avoid Digital Distractions at the Pool

Biosig Instruments Offers the Insta-Pulse

AquaVault Offers the FlexSafe

Aquatic Technology Unveils the Pool Handicap Walker

Top 10 Waterpark Articles of 2016

Swimming Pool Suction Entrapment Research Pioneer, APSP/NSPF Stalwart Passes Away

National Electrical Code Updated with Language for Lifts, Erosion Issues

Missy Franklin Partners with USA Swimming Foundation and SafeSplash Brands for Lesson Scholarships

South Miami Parks & Recreation Makes Best of Aquatics Roster

Should Lifeguards be Required to Take Eye Exams?

NSF Begins Drafting Aquatic Surfacing Standard

Who Guards the Lifeguard?

Restaurant Launches Fundraiser Promoting Kids Water Safety

Aquatics Facility Handbook: September-December

What History Has Taught Us About Handling the Verruckt Tragedy’s Aftermath

Tragedy Hits World’s Tallest Waterslide

Inspectors Still Have Clout Under New Swimming Pool Law

Aquatics Facility Handbook: August

Do Your Lifeguards Think They Can Break the Rules “Safely?”

For Waterparks, Pokémon Go is Both a Marketing Opportunity and a Risk Management Issue

Watch Twiggy, the Water-Skiing Squirrel, Teach Kids About Water Safety

Transgender Bathroom Access and Protecting Your Business

Aquatics Facility Handbook: July

Introducing the 2016 Aquatics Facility Handbook

CDC, NSPF, Others Encourage Consumers to Inspect Pools for Safety

CDC Report Says Most Studied Aquatics Facilities Violated Codes

Two More Pool Shocks Mark Memorial Day Weekend

Introducing the 2016 MVP Products for Aquatics

APSP and Abby’s Hope Charitable Foundation Officials Kickstart Safety Month in D.C.-Area Town

Georgia Governor Vetoes Controversial Pool Bill

Prepared for the Worst: Targeted Training Helped Oregon Lifeguards React Quickly During Park Shooting

Public Displays of Inspection: Toronto Deploys Unique Tactic to Curb Pool Violations

Action Taken Against Two Former Swim Coaches

In Lifeguarding, Scanning isn’t Always Seeing

A Killer Workout?: The Good and Bad of Speedo’s New Campaign

Organizations Collaborating for Water Safety Month

What Should the Newly Merged APSP/NSPF Association Call Itself

Big Changes at the National Drowning Prevention Alliance

What is the True Measure of Ozone’s Effectiveness?

Case Study: How a Waterpark Reduced Water Rescues

County and City Governments Receive Very First Pool Safety Grants

Spa Lifts Recalled by S.R. Smith

Royal Life Saving Society: 80 Percent of Backyard Pools in NSW Australia Are Unsafe

What is Your Facility’s Diving Policy?

Pool Safely Eyes Summer Olympics Tie-In

Considering the Risks of Chemical Interaction

What You Need To Know About Emergency Oxygen

NSF International Updates Standard 50

Waterpark Rule Enforcement Starts with Education

Lifeguard Drones Take Off in Brazil

Good Lifeguard, Good Victim

Waterparks are Joining Selfie Stick Bans

Aquatics Pros Respond To Mermaid Tail Trend