Entries by Adam Katchmarchi

Become Water Competent – Water Safety USA National Message

WHAT: Water competency means being able to anticipate, avoid, and survive common drowning situations, as well as being able to recognize and provide assistance to those in need. It includes water safety awareness, basic swimming skills, and helping others. WHY:  Drowning is a major cause of accidental death. Drowning is a surprisingly fast, often silent […]

Life Jackets Save Lives – Water Safety USA National Message

LIFE JACKETS SAVE LIVESFor more resources and information, click here to visit WaterSafetyUSA.org Deaths from drowning are preventable tragedies that can affect anyone in, on or around the water. Wearing a life jacket is a simple life-saving technique and more people need know when to wear and how to choose a life jacket. Life Jackets […]

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2020 Upcoming Industry Events

The ultimate goal of the following events is to bring together professionals and supporters from all aspects of aquatics and drowning prevention to network, advocate, educate, improve, and expand the entire industry in the country. World Aquatic Health Conference The World Aquatic Health Conference is the industry’s leading educational conference on aquatics. Celebrating its 17th year, WAHC 2020 will continue […]

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New PSA From Abbey’s HOPE Offers Chilling, Timely Reminder

The water safety non-profit reminds parents and caregivers to avoid distracted supervision around pools. MINNEAPOLIS—There’s a perfect storm of circumstances conspiring against adults’ ability to keep kids safe around pools and lakes this summer. Electronic devices continue to dominate our attention. And the COVID-19 pandemic has more adults working from home and supervising their children […]