Make Waves with Safety: Dive Into the AOAP Aquatic Safety Plan & Checklist

AOAP Drowning Prevention Committee
Apr 17, 2025
2 min read

Aquatic safety isn’t just important—it’s essential! The Association of Aquatic Professionals (AOAP) has your back with resources designed to help you keep things safe, secure, and above all, fun! One of the best perks of being an AOAP member is access to the exclusive Aquatic Safety Plan & Checklist. Ready to make a splash with safety? Head over to aquaticpros.org to get started!

The AOAP Aquatic Safety Plan: Your Lifeguard to Safety

Risk Assessment: Dive Deep into identifying hazards - think slippery floors or tricky equipment - and keep them in check.
Staff Training: Keep your crew ready for anything with realistic, ongoing training. It's like a lifeguard boot camp but cooler.
Emergency Procedures: Make sure you’ve got a solid plan in place for emergencies—then practice, practice, practice!
Maintenance & Equipment Checks: Keep your gear in tip-top shape, so you’re always ready to respond when needed.
Inclusivity & Respect: Foster a positive, welcoming environment for everyone. When your team feels respected, safety follows!

The Safety Checklist: Your Aquatic “To-Do” List

The AOAP Safety Checklist is your go-to guide to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Staffing Levels: Have the right number of lifeguards and supervisors for the size of your pool or facility.
Safety Equipment: Life jackets, rescue tubes, first aid kits—make sure it’s all stocked and ready for action!
Signage & Communication: Keep pool rules and emergency info visible for everyone to see.
Incident Documentation: Keep track of all incidents and training so you can constantly improve.

Bonus: Awesome Resources for Everyone

While the Safety Plan and Checklist are exclusive to AOAP members, don’t worry! The AOAP offers a treasure trove of free resources for everyone:

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. the Water Drowning Prevention Campaign: Let’s work together to keep water safety at the forefront.
Water Watcher Program: Designate a “Water Watcher” to ensure kids are always supervised in the pool.
Swim Lesson and Lifejacket Grant Program: Get funding to help more people learn to swim and stay safe.
Camp Directors’ Guide to Safe Aquatic Operations: For camp directors—learn how to keep your aquatic activities safe and fun.
Drowning Prevention Links: Access even more drowning prevention programs to help keep everyone safe.

Ready to make your aquatic facility the safest, most fun place to be? Dive in and explore all the resources waiting for you at aquaticpros.org. Whether you’re a member or not, we’ve got everything you need to stay afloat with safety!

Are you interested in submitting a blog post? Reach out to Kirsten at kirsten@aquaticpros.org to share your idea and learn more about the AOAP Blog.

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Make Waves with Safety: Dive Into the AOAP Aquatic Safety Plan & Checklist

The AOAP Aquatic Safety Plan: Your Lifeguard to Safety

Risk Assessment: Dive Deep into identifying hazards - think slippery floors or tricky equipment - and keep them in check.

Staff Training: Keep your crew ready for anything with realistic, ongoing training. It's like a lifeguard boot camp but cooler.

Emergency Procedures: Make sure you’ve got a solid plan in place for emergencies—then practice, practice, practice!

Maintenance & Equipment Checks: Keep your gear in tip-top shape, so you’re always ready to respond when needed.

Inclusivity & Respect: Foster a positive, welcoming environment for everyone. When your team feels respected, safety follows!

The Safety Checklist: Your Aquatic “To-Do” List

The AOAP Safety Checklist is your go-to guide to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Staffing Levels: Have the right number of lifeguards and supervisors for the size of your pool or facility.

Safety Equipment: Life jackets, rescue tubes, first aid kits—make sure it’s all stocked and ready for action!

Signage & Communication: Keep pool rules and emergency info visible for everyone to see.

Incident Documentation: Keep track of all incidents and training so you can constantly improve.

Bonus: Awesome Resources for Everyone

While the Safety Plan and Checklist are exclusive to AOAP members, don’t worry! The AOAP offers a treasure trove of free resources for everyone:

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. the Water Drowning Prevention Campaign: Let’s work together to keep water safety at the forefront.

Water Watcher Program: Designate a “Water Watcher” to ensure kids are always supervised in the pool.

Swim Lesson and Lifejacket Grant Program: Get funding to help more people learn to swim and stay safe.

Camp Directors’ Guide to Safe Aquatic Operations: For camp directors—learn how to keep your aquatic activities safe and fun.

Drowning Prevention Links: Access even more drowning prevention programs to help keep everyone safe.

Ready to make your aquatic facility the safest, most fun place to be? Dive in and explore all the resources waiting for you at aquaticpros.org. Whether you’re a member or not, we’ve got everything you need to stay afloat with safety!

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