Tag: safety
If you’re looking for a way to take your offerings to new heights, an indoor rock climbing wall is a valuable amenity. Rock climbing is a great way to engage members who show more “thrill ...
Safety is one of the highest priorities of any community rec center, and a critical measure to take is being prepared for a health emergency. Any incident involving a health emergency — heart attacks, serious ...
Any community rec center is littered with potential fire hazards, and these can lead to dangerous incidents if not accounted for by your facility’s staff. Therefore, it’s important to have the right fire emergency protocols ...
The safety of staff and members is the first priority of any community rec center. And the most concerning crises are the unpredictable ones, especially a severe weather emergency. Considering the sheer magnitude of a ...
For most of us, no matter where we live, this time of year means heat — lots of heat. Just last week in Minnesota (where it was 50 degrees below zero in January), we had ...
During summer, community rec center pools see their highest volume of visitors, putting pool risk management to the test. The most common visitors are children, who can be a constant risk if not watched properly. ...
Offering stand-out personal training programs begins with the trainers in your facility. At the Deland Branch of the Volusia Flagler Family YMCA in Florida, all trainers are certified with at least a bachelor’s degree in ...
During the summer, every aquatics department usually sees an influx of visitors. The most important aspect to keeping your members safe during this time is to ensure your lifeguards are equipped with the best practices ...
International Water Safety Day, held annually on May 15, helps spread drowning awareness and water safety education. In Part 3 of a three-part series, aquatics professionals in the industry share how they implement best pool ...
International Water Safety Day, held annually on May 15, helps spread drowning awareness and water safety education. In Part 2 of a three-part series, aquatics professionals in the industry share how they implement best pool ...