A number of aquatic industry associations, together with the American Red Cross, are joining forces this May to help highlight the importance of safe swimming.
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP), along with its partners, the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA), and the World Waterpark Association (WWA), are in bringing together aquatics professionals to help reinforce this effort as part of National Water Safety month.
The APSP encourages other organizations to participate by visiting the campaign website (www.nationalwatersafetymonth.org). Visitors to the site will find a number of tools, including tip sheets, swimming rules, videos, and posters (pictured) to help others swim safely.
Organizations can also find valuable information to share with the public on National Water Safety Month’s dedicated Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Flickr pages.
“The safe use of swimming pools, hot tubs, and other recreational water facilities is a priority for everyone,” said APSP president and CEO, Bill Weber. “National Water Safety Month serves to focus on the importance of water safety in all types of swimming environments. We encourage organizations nationwide to join us in promoting water safety.”
National organizations such as the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA), the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF), the USA Swimming Foundation, and the International Code Council (ICC) have also pledged to encourage members to get involved in water safety activities and programs throughout May.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), with its ‘Pool Safely’ campaign, continues to raise awareness as well. Its ‘Simple Steps Save Lives’ program offers a variety of materials to consumers and organizations, which help to raise awareness for proper drain cover use, safe swimming, adult supervision, and swimming lessons.
