Register for upcoming Aquatic Management webinars
Navigating Real-Life Risks in Aquatic Settings - Thursday, May 16, 1:00 p.m.
Recreation services are an essential part of all healthy communities. Aquatic services come with elements of risk that need to be managed effectively. How quickly we respond to and recover from incidents is reflective of how well we were prepared. This webinar will provide deck-level and senior staff with a thought provoking look at real situations and what can be done to manage risk and reduce the possibility of catastrophic injury and death in our aquatic facilities. Register now.
Presenter: Gary Sanger
Gary recently retired after being employed by the City of Toronto’s Parks, Forestry & Recreation Division for 38 years, his most recent role was Supervisor of Community Recreation – Aquatics. He is the current Vice-President of Safety Standards with the Lifesaving Society. Gary travels extensively across Canada delivering sessions on risk management and the real-life aftermath of dealing with catastrophic incidents.
Watch previous aquatic management webinars on demand
Bridging the Gap: Lifeguarding Reality vs Training Scenarios (February 21, 2024)
Paul Di Salvo dove into the importance of lifeguard training on their roles and context within safely operating a waterfront or pool. Watch the video.
Major Incident Management
About Critical Incident Stress - July 2017
Guidelines for Supervisors following a Critical Incident - July 2017
Major Incident Management Checklists - July 2017
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Aquatic Critical Incident Plan Template
The Lifesaving Society created this Microsoft Word template for developing a Critical Incident Plan for aquatic facilities. In chart form, the template guides facility operators and employees to prepare for and manage critical incidents.
The template establishes a structured and systematic process for responding to a critical situation to enhance your team’s response and to reduce the possibility that important steps will be overlooked. The template will also help when explaining processes and procedures to staff.
Ontario Waterfront Safety Standards
The 2019 Ontario Waterfront Safety Standards reflects the Lifesaving Society's position on the safe operation of public waterfronts in Ontario. It is a required text for Lifesaving Society Aquatic Safety Inspector and Auditor certifications, and for the Society's Pool Operator courses. All waterfront owners should have a copy. Order a copy today.
Guide to Ontario Public Pools
The revised Public Pools Regulation 565 includes public spas, wading pools and receiving basins. The Lifesaving Society has revised its Guide to Ontario Public Pools Regulation to help aquatic staff members understand and interpret the updated Regulation. The Guide outlines the “Regs” in simple language using everyday terms understood by aquatic personnel.
Order a copy today.
Are You Ready?
Major incidents can happen anytime and anywhere. When prevention fails, supervisors and their teams need to be prepared to deal with the aftermath. The Are You Ready? DVD and workbook package is a must-have resource for Aquatic Managers and Facility Operators. Watch the video trailer on YouTube. Order the DVD and workbooks.
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