The Lifesaving Society recommends that all aquatic facilities undergo a comprehensive safety audit at least once every five years to help aquatic facility operators maintain the highest standards of safety. If your facility has never been audited, or it's been a while since the last one, now is the time to act.
A comprehensive aquatic facility safety audit is an in-depth evaluation of an aquatic facility, which includes swimming pools, spas, and both supervised and unsupervised waterfronts.
Conducted by certified Lifesaving Society Safety Auditors, the audit aims to identify potential risks and recommend measures to mitigate them. This thorough and systematic process encompasses an on-site, three-hour inspection, review of operational literature, and interviews with select facility personnel. The findings are compiled into a detailed safety audit report, which includes prioritized recommendations for enhancing safety.
The benefits
- Risk reduction: The audit is recognized by public insurers as a crucial step in minimizing risks and enhancing safety. By implementing the Lifesaving Society's recommendations, facility operators can significantly reduce the likelihood of drowning and serious water-related injuries.
- Expert insight: The Lifesaving Society leverages its extensive research into drowning and near-drowning incidents to provide recommendations that go beyond regulatory requirements. This expertise is invaluable for facility operators seeking to exceed basic safety standards.
- Third-party validation: An audit provides an objective, third-party evaluation of a facility's operations. This independent perspective can reveal overlooked safety issues and highlight areas for improvement.
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- Due diligence: Regular audits demonstrate a facility's commitment to safety and due diligence. This is particularly important in the event of an incident, as it shows that the facility has proactively sought to maintain high safety standards.
- Regulatory compliance: The audit identifies any compromises in regulations and provincial standards, helping facilities to ensure full compliance and to standardize operations within their community.
- Operational improvement: Beyond safety, audits can help resolve operational issues, leading to more efficient and effective management of aquatic facilities.
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Clients requesting a safety audit service enter into a contract with the Society. The contract stipulates the scope of the review and the type of report desired. Fees vary depending on these and other variables.
For a free estimate, contact Michael Shane by phone at 416-490-8844 or by email here.
Note that Safety Audits are different than Safety Inspections. Learn more here.
After a successful Safety Audit, facilities may choose to apply for Accreditation. Learn more here.