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Aquatics Best Practices

Learn about aquatics best practices including rescue equipment, lifeguarding requirements, swimmer supervision, and more. 

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Spot Check Card

Download our spot check card that can be used by aquatics directors or supervisors to assess lifeguard performance and identify any potential safety concerns.

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Aquatics Safety Videos

Aquatics Safety and Hypoxic Blackout

Aquatics Safety and Hypoxic Blackout

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What Is Underwater Hypoxic Blackout (UHB)?

This webpage explains how UHB happens, who is at risk (including even seasoned swimmers), and why increasing awareness and safe practices like not hyperventilating and always swimming with a buddy are crucial for prevention 

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