Swimming pools are fun, a great place to get exercise, and an in-demand amenity at apartment buildings, condominium complexes, hotels, recreation centers, and other facilities. But all of that swimming and diving and splashing means that a lot of the water in a pool winds up on the adjacent deck and surrounding areas. So too […]
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. So, before your pool opens for the season, there a few things that you need to do. Here’s a handy checklist for you: Mats Do you have mats where they’re needed? In change rooms where it’s always wet or near showers? We have a […]
Let’s face it: there are a lot of ways to get hurt at a public pool. But there are also a lot of ways as a business you can prevent your customers and visitors from getting injured. So, before summer gets here, let’s review how to keep everyone safe. For locker room areas, we recommend […]
New year, new ideas, new mats. While some of us may still be in the grip of winter, others are ready for spring and summer. One of the duties on your spring cleaning list should be upgrading your pool mats. Mats around a pool area and in a locker room are needed for safety. They […]
Memorial Day is quickly approaching, prompting an anxious countdown to the recurrent and universal opening of water parks and pools. Summer is the season for aquatic fun, but the main caveat of offering such amusement involves a great deal of responsibility for patron safety. Unfortunately, pools are high-risk zones for slips, trips and falls (STFs) […]
Across industries, few things are more important than the health and safety of the end user. In the recreation and hospitality industry, patrons’ health and safety takes on added importance since the use of amenities entails direct exposure to wet areas, chemicals, and other potential health risks. In this article, we explore the 3 primary […]
As most Americans are aware, Donald Trump announced his intention to run for President of the United States in 2016 just a few short months ago. He remains a highly controversial candidate, and the fact that he’s a celebrity in the spotlight means his corporate reputation is strongly scrutinized. Just like any other business owner, […]
Nothing is quite as refreshing as taking a dip into a cool pool after basking in the sun all day. Whether you are lucky enough to have a pool in your very own yard, or you swim at the nearest public facility, staying safe in these areas is of the utmost importance. Slip and fall […]
It’s never too early to start thinking about spring safety. For water parks, February and March are the perfect time to determine which mats, handrails, signs, and other safety products need replaced in preparation for spring. Spring safety preparedness does not end with new product purchases, however. Risk assessments and new safety protocols, when applicable, […]
Pools are fun. They offer a refreshing swim on a long, hot, summer day. Since the Roman times, people have enjoyed a customary swim in the public pool. Unfortunately, as fun as swimming in the pool may be, they are not all fun and games, especially when slip and fall accidents and drowning bring a […]
