Learn about your local communitys emergency warning system for severe thunderstorms, Discuss thunderstorm safety and lightning safety with all members of your household, Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm This should be away from windows, skylights and glass doors that could be broken by strong winds or hail, Make a list of items to bring inside in the event of a severe thunderstorm, Make trees and shrubbery more wind resistant by keeping them trimmed and removing damaged branches, Protect your animals by ensuring that any outside buildings that house them are protected in the same way as your home, Consult your local fire department if you are considering installing lightning rods. The NRPA awards programs highlight the efforts of those who go above and beyond to make a difference in the community. The same idea applies with lightning. This also applies to the surround deck area. Remember, absolute protection from lightning is impossible. NzczOGM5Y2MwZTMxODU2NWY4Y2Q0ODAzMDRlMzk1ZDdjNjAyZmI4MGFhMDFl To ensure the safety and comfort for all, we have prepared the following policies and guidelines to make your experience as pleasant and rewarding as possible. If the structure has a lightning protection system, that potential may be increased because lightning protection systems do not repel lightningthey attract it to a specific point so the energy can be directed to ground without damaging the facility. 1- No additional visitor data from the drivers license is gathered nor is the system connected to any other system such as the Department of Motor Vehicles. In addition to The Swimming Pool Regulations, 1999, this design/operational standard applies to any swimming pool governed by the regulations that is not a whirlpool. Wear a U.S. Coast Guard Approved flotation device (PFD), except for PFD FREE swim times. Carrying or concealing a weapon or any device or object that may be used as a weapon. Use a weather radio, a weather app, or TV program to obtain information about nearby storms. You can purchase Red Cross First Aid kits, manuals and more! Ninety-five percent of all fatal lightning strikes occur outdoors, not indoors. Lightning cannot be prevented, but the vulnerability of lifeguards, beach-goers, and patrons near bodies of water can be minimized. Know how the COVID-19 pandemic can affect disaster preparedness and recovery, and what you can do to keep yourself and others safe. Following are some practical suggestions when developing a lightning safety protocol: We have not found a single lightning researcher who endorses staying in a pool, indoor or outdoor, in an electrical storm. ,w v+& If you choose not to evacuate, consider advising patrons of the possible hazard so they have the option to take individual action. The Canadian Red Cross takes your privacy seriously. Tom Griffiths, Ph.D.,is President and Founder of Aquatic Safety Research Group, LLC. Guests, under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by a Community YMCA adult member. Patrons are allowed back in the pool when 10 seconds have elapsed after the sound of thunder. NDI0NGM4Y2QxODBhZmZlOWQ3YjBlZjFjMWFlOTE1N2E2MTJhMTZjNDk4ZGI3 Depending on the attendance levels and the proximity of adequate shelter, a larger radius of lightning may be prudent to provide time to prepare. NTljYmRlN2UxZDVlMmY0YWU1MjZkYzcwY2U0YjQxOTliN2QwM2RmN2MzYWYz The Redwoods Group, American Red Cross and National Lightning Safety Institute continue to recommend the proactive action of removing swimmers from indoor pools as a lightning storm approaches and until after it passes. 253 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6F3199EC1526BE488B911899849009A3><30625F5BC1DA114CA19FF8658F23DB57>]/Index[232 49]/Info 231 0 R/Length 104/Prev 316356/Root 233 0 R/Size 281/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Have readily accessible reaching or throwing assists, a working phone and first aid kit. An article that appeared in the November/December 2008 issue ofAquatics International stated that there was no longer a need to clear indoor swimming pools during a thunderstorm. Data drives good decisions and there is no data supporting closure of indoor swimming pools during electrical storms. Harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language, or any type of menacing behavior. Work with your maintenance/engineering staff to learn how your pool is connected to your plumbing and electrical systems. Copyright 2023 Community YMCA. 2. If you need to go back and make any changes, you can always do so by going to our Privacy Policy page. Counties typically have a local spotter training session once every 1 to 2 years; along with an online class for those unable to attend in person. 22 0 obj The actions listed below are also among those considered inappropriate within our facilities and during our programs: The YMCA reserves the right to deny access or membership to any person who has been accused or convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse; is or has been a registered sex offender; has ever been convicted of any offense relating to the use, sale, possession, or transportation of narcotics or habit forming and/or dangerous drugs; or is presently or habitually underthe influence of dangerous drugs or chemicals, narcotics, or intoxicating beverages. View our privacy policy. Jump in deep water and return to the surface. We will post closings as quickly as possible. This is not necessarily the case. Thunderstorms are common in areas with high humidity because the humid air cools in the upper parts of the storms, which condenses into liquid water in the clouds, and then the heat energy that evaporates the water releases. c | All Rights Reserved. At the YMCA you are not just a member; youre part of our family. 280 0 obj <>stream Swim half the length of the pool, on stomach, unassisted. ZmM0NzM4ZDQxMzExZWE5ZWQ5YTczNWVlNzVlOWI3YjVkMDk3OGJmYTM2NzFl Uman, Martin, Personal Communication, November 9, 2015. This document serves as a guideline for developing a lightning safety plan and communicating lightning safety information. Keep them under your direct control. Identify the closest safe locations before the beginning of the season, and consider posting signs that promote lightning safety and indicate locations that provide protection from lightning. %%EOF J!6 H)Ed}>?qz b.~I>oY l@}V A *Jv]B+yn e#6 u;v,Xl:J@(-C[-k1%s[9IgUL!LjI&p;#f_Dz' Therefore, just because a pool was built to code does not necessarily mean that it remains uncompromised. Post the policy and educate your employees. You cannot predict how deep the water may be. The National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) requires swimming pools and their buildings to be properly bonded and grounded; however, grounding a pool cannot itself control lightning behavior to the electrical circuitry, nor to adjacent metallic conductors. In addition, electrical bonding of pools is, on rare occasions, improperly done and the bonding can deteriorate over time. Have a means to garner daily weather forecasts and updates. Scientifically speaking, water has electrolytes, which are balanced ions that are also great electricity conductors. Reminding kids that youre just trying to keep everyone safe can help them settle down, but an even better idea is to teach them about these dangers of thunder and lightning as well. The pool area has to be completely bonded and grounded electrically, A complete lightning protection system is required. hb```fV)!b`0pt0`x_1@6(H\M\G;1musSGGGGGZ g`i@, 0@slymgUg.``_sNf4# Be prepared for thunderstorms and severe weather. These guidelines are aimed primarily at areas of the country with moderate to high lightning hazard levels, but may be applied anywhere.Develop an Emergency Action Plan (download model plan and edit to your location), 4/26/2023 4/29/2023USLA Spring 2023 Board of Directors Meeting, 4/28/2023USLA Spring 2023 Educational Conference, Association Management Software Powered by, National Lifeguard Championships & Results, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, USLA Spring 2023 Board of Directors Meeting. Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are likely to occur. Acceptable forms of identification include: It is important to note that out system only exports the individuals name, date of birth and photo for comparison against the national database. NjdkNzgwYjI2MDU1NGZhMGNlZjM1Njg0ZWM4OGU0MGNhNTQ1ZmZhNTRjNTFl NGEyOGY1Zjc1NDg3MGViYzI1YjcwOGZmODU4M2ZjOTRhMmM3YzNiNDg0NjA3 Call for help. Department, If possible, get all patrons inside and away from the water. MjUyNTg4NDQzNTkwZjdjZDg2ZGUyZTc1OTEzNjAxMGM4NGNmMTk4MTlmNzY3 Wear a wide-brim hat, sunglasses, and light clothing to cover your skin whenever possible. This should include avoiding contact with all plumbing and electrical systems, as well as metallic structural components during a storm. Once 30 thunder-/lightning-less minutes have elapsed, it's considered safe to go back in. NTRlZWU4ODk5OGRlNmY1NDUzMzIxNGRkYmM5ZWI3Nzc5MDBhZDU1OTJhZjQx YWQ1ZjlhNDRhZWEwNDg0OTJiYjVhNzYzODFmMTkxMjkzNGUyY2I2MWQ2Yjgz Tennis & Pickleball guests are welcomed when playing with a Community YMCA member. The American Red Cross can help you reconnect with family members. NGI5YmM4MDg2MDM2NzM5ZGRlNGRjNmYzOWFmMWFiZTQxOWJjNzhjYzc4ZGE0 Login for First Aid Instructors/Trainers and Training Partners. endobj Few backyard pools are safe for diving - swimmers should always enter the water feet-first. AUTHORIZED EXCEPTIONSCertified and sworn municipal, state or federal police officers who carry proper identification and are on duty are exempt from this policy. If they know about the risks, then they might understand and be more cooperative about exiting the pool. Most importantly, if you SEE any behavior you consider to be inappropriate or suspicious, SAY something to a YMCA Staff Member immediately. People who have been struck by lightning do not retain an electrical charge and can be handled safely. No injuries or deaths due to electrocutions in pools and spas were identified in 2018. The discussion of lightning and indoor pools must include addressing the nature of humans. We will make our best effort to post information related to closings as quickly as possible. Program fees will be credited/refunded if the YMCA cancels a program due to insufficient enrollment. MGU1OWFmMTc0MzM0YzIzZmY5OWIxMTU2MTI2OTVkYWI5MDRhYmU2OGRkNzQ2 Jehn has mostly taught for private swim schools, but she is also a certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Help people who may require special assistance, such as infants, children and the elderly or disabled. Since it started tracking fatal electrocutions in swimming pools and spas, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported a total of 74 electrocutions between 1990 and 2014. Re: Visit an FKK. If there are storms in the area, we recommend you check one of these resources before heading to the YMCA for a swim. If you evacuate, encourage patrons to shelter in place in your facility. hYo6 Continue to listen to a NOAA Weather Radio or to local radio and television stations for updated information or instructions, as access to roads or some parts of the community may be blocked. The information in this section, combined with timely watches and warnings about severe weather, may help save lives. Swimming Water Safety Promoting Practices that Protect At the Y, water safety is a key part of our mission to encourage health and active fun in the water. Pool operators may assume patrons are safer from the elements in an indoor pool because it is indoors. Date, time, and location of classes can be found from navigating from. A lightning protection system provides a means for controlling a lightning strike and thereby preventing damage to the building components (including indoor swimming pools). However, due to varying facility designs, space and amenities, from time to time, you may see a variation to a rule or policy between centers. So, if 20 minutes elapsed and another bang occurred, you should wait another 30 minutes before going back in the pool. If you believe Wordfence should be allowing you access to this site, please let them know using the steps below so they can investigate why this is happening. 14 0 obj Refer to your municipal bylaws for fencing requirements. Severe Thunderstorm Watch- Severe thunderstorms are possible in and near the watch area. MmM0YTEwZWE5NGZiYjk3ZTE5YTg0YmFiZmIyYjk1ZmIzMTc0MThlNzg0ODVj endobj Crouch down in a ball-like position with your head tucked and hands over your ears so that you are down low, with minimal contact with the ground. When in doubt, remember "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!, Ensure scene safety (victims do not carry an electrical charge and can be touched), Follow local protocols for trauma injury and triage. The American Red Cross reports that more than 200 children drown in swimming pools each year. References in support of clearing indoor pools during lightning storms: National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), 22377 Belmont Ridge Rd Ashburn, VA 20148-4501 PH: 800.626.NRPA (6772), Contact Us Press Inquiries Privacy Policy. MmMzNmFiOTZlYWFlN2Q1YTFhM2Y3NmE5YzFhYzE4MDcyNTE3MzY4NzEwMWIx Basketball (Springfield and Ridley facilities) is restricted to Community YMCA Full Privilege Members only, always. Loitering within or on the grounds of the YMCA. None! by National Recreation and Park Association, Clearing Indoor Pools Presents Greater Risks, By Dr. Tom Griffiths, Ph.D. and Rachel Griffiths, MA. hbbd``b`J@ H0 H(G10Cg RL ZDkxNmVmZTgxY2UyNDFiMTA1YTk5NDU1NjliZDk0NWE2Y2U3NTk4ZTBlZmM1 The possession or carrying of any deadly or offensive weapon by any person is prohibited in any YMCA building, property, owned, leased or used. Our policies ensure our pools stay safe for everyone. MTQ2YzQ5MmRjOGFhYTg4ZjA5NmRkNTE2NjE0YTJhNWY0MDQwZDk0MTM0Mjk0 While some did not hear the warning, others heard the warning and did not pay attention to it. Communication tools include: Public address, loudspeaker system (fixed and/or on mobile vehicles), Internal television and/or radio broadcasts, At the beginning of the shift, designee notifies staff of weather forecasts that may impact operations that day. Some agencies vacillate between evacuating and not evacuating the pool. Lifeguard Lightning Safety Guidelines Every year, lightning strikes and kills people on or near bodies of water. All guests must complete and sign the liability waiver prior to their visit. 0f>,R@3& f/01D8"K$3utS,]fKL,zJ (s@?{O$Fh!DqY>},t;P5x\' Use battery-powered TVs and radios instead. %7- Due to this, both the water and these components can conduct a very dangerous electrical shock from lightning in a pool. YMCA Swim Test What to Bring Weather Policies Lifeguards Find Your Swim Lesson Level In an effort to reduce any inconvenience to our members we will begin using our mobile app and our web site to communicate pool closings that result from inclement weather. If our goal was to eliminate all risks, we would drain swimming pools and close them to the public. Stay away from storm-damaged areas to keep from putting yourself at risk from the effects of severe thunderstorms. Listen to local news or NOAA Weather Radio for emergency updates. The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), Community Project Funding Is Essential for Park Projects, Choosing a Career in Parks and Recreation, Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certification, Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification, Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) Certification, Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification, Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Proclaim July as Park and Recreation Month In Your Community, NRPA Innovation Labs: Sponsorship Opportunities, Lightning Safety for People at Swimming Pools Revised and Updated December 2015, National Athletic Trainers Association Position Statement: Lightning Safety for Athletics and Recreation, Lightning Safety and Outdoor Sports Activities. You can help when help is most needed. 5. We dont believe the rationale: If there is any risk at all, we will err on the side of safety. Do we let our teenagers drive cars? Violating this policy will result in an immediate loss of membership and potential prosecution to the fullest extent of the law. We strive to provide a safe and enjoyable facility for our members. Guests are limited to 3 visits per year and general use of the facility. endstream endobj 236 0 obj <>stream The beginning and the end of a storm are the most dangerous times. To make matters worse, both the American Red Cross and the YMCA's have recommended indoor pool closures during electrical storms, even though there is no scientific or medical evidence or even case studies indicating swimming indoors during electrical storms is dangerous. Sexually explicit conversation or behavior. We take your privacy seriously. The cycle repeats after each thunder bang. NTVhM2Q4ZTliMTAyZDZhMDBmMjgxNDVjZWZlYTc5NzFhNTI2YjE4NGI0OTc1 MmY3YzUxZTk3NzU3OGJiOGQyN2RmMzVlZDA4YzUxZjFlN2U4MjAzMTU1ZDY5 32 0 obj Above-ground pools should have the ladder or steps removed when not in use. Pools are connected underground to a much larger surface area via pipes, construction, and electrical wiring, all of which can conduct the charge from a lightning strike and endanger adjacent areas. Clearing the pool may seem like its enough to avoid the storm, but government agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, still recommend that people remain indoors during a lightning storm. Stay in the vehicle and turn on the emergency flashers until the heavy rain ends. The best place for shelter during a storm is inside a structure with four walls and a roof or an enclosed vehicle. All credits will expire after one year from date issued to a members account. MTY0OWI2MWFkODJmYzA2ZDI1MmVjNzAyM2FkYTY4NmE2Y2Q3OGM3MzJhYjgz All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. People come to indoor pools to have fun; however we must also remain diligent in clearing the indoor pools during thunderstorms. h[O0yoJR[(4"@RK |Mj\ s}.0zv AkHA0`IWuMR( Y]E*Qh&iU*ciN[y]T2X>+2+,/2B/MM+&q0R{g7RH4j53IIPT Guests, under the age of 18, must have a parent/legal guardian complete and sign the liability waiver prior to their visit. MDBmZTc2YWNmMWEwYTA0OTZlMjMwZTVmNzk4YjM1YTllNjgxMDZmNTc1ZjE0 -----END REPORT-----. Leaving the premises is also not advised. While every state has reported lightning-related fatalities, the highest numbers are reported in states bordering the Great Lakes, southern states bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, and the four corners states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona. Kids often will become sad when theyre having tons of fun and are suddenly told to get out if they cant see a lightning strike. Our mission, as Aquatic Risk Managers, is to reduce and warn against potential risks. Stay away from objects that conduct electricity, such as barbed wire fences, power lines, or windmills. There are no documented reports of fatal lightning strikes at indoor swimming pools. The Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP) is a hosted programme of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), representing a global partnership between business, civil society and government, dedicated to the sustainable reduction of road trauma. MDk4NjhiNjQ5NjgzNDg5NjM2MWU1MDFhODMxNTMwZjFiYTJhZDM4ZDFkZDY4 This rule applies to the vast majority of publicly accessible pools, both indoor and outdoor, in the Charlotte area. ZTVkZDllNTA0MGM1NWUzMGM4M2ZiMzc0ODkxNjdmNmIzNTc5MGRmN2U3NzYw 232 0 obj <> endobj Warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property. Some agencies do not evacuate their indoor pools at all. Y2ZmZjU4YjhhYmY5MDE1MjliZTQ4Y2NlYzY2NTQxMmM3Njc2MTZlODAyN2Yw Picnic shelters, dugouts and sheds are NOT safe. MzAwMGEwNDdkMGM4YTcyZDYwZjBhMDY2M2QxNjU4YWY5YTI0N2Q0MDZlMTg3 Give to the Red Cross. Every year people are killed or seriously injured by severe thunderstorms despite advance warning. 2. Allrightsreserved. Lightning most frequently occurs within 10 miles of a thunderstorm (although there are occurrences when cloud-to-ground lightning strikes known as "bolts from the blue can strike up to 20 miles away from a thunderstorm). Guests must present a state-issued photo-id or school-issued photo-id and complete a liability waiver to enter the YMCA. Smoking and/or vaping of any substance on YMCA property the YMCA and its property are a smoke-free environment. Immediately get off elevated areas such as hills, mountain ridges, or peaks. With the best policies, procedures and supervision, swimming pool patrons face risks such as drownings, broken necks, slips and falls, and electrocutions. 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