Please identify yourself to staff when asked and allow us to be of assistance when needed. The YMCA is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable pool experience for all. Have a means to garner daily weather forecasts and updates. Owning a backyard pool or hot tub comes with the responsibility of ensuring its safe use. People come to indoor pools to have fun; however we must also remain diligent in clearing the indoor pools during thunderstorms. Other facility use restrictions may apply, please make sure to check with the branch before visiting. NjIyZjcxZTZlODNlMzBhNDY3ZWRjMTkxZTNlODRiZTRlMTY2OGJkOGE5YjRl Community YMCA locations include the Lansdowne, Ridley and Springfield branches. 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. Public pool and hot tub/spa closings - A recent study found that 1 out of 8 (11.8%) public pool inspections and 1 out of 7 (15.1%) of public hot tub/spa inspections resulted in immediate closure because of at least one identified violation that represented a serious threat to public health. 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. Yjg2M2ViMDgyM2I5ZGE1NWExNWY1Mjc3Y2JjNjBhNDQ4MDRiNGYyYmZjNjJk It is recommended to wait at least 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder before resuming aquatic activities. National Lightning Institute. MmM0YTEwZWE5NGZiYjk3ZTE5YTg0YmFiZmIyYjk1ZmIzMTc0MThlNzg0ODVj There are no known lightning hits in indoor pools. Sadly, ten people die every day from unintentional drowning, according to the CDC. Swim half the length of the pool, on stomach, unassisted. See the fullAquatic Swim Safety Testing Policy. Use a weather radio, a weather app, or TV program to obtain information about nearby storms. Enroll your children in Red Cross swimming lessons. Small on-ground portable or kiddie pools should be emptied when not in use. endstream Consult the National Weather Service for published guidelines for the timing of lightning safety. 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. Stay away from objects that conduct electricity, such as barbed wire fences, power lines, or windmills. 32 0 obj The decision to close indoor swimming pools during these storms is based on irrational fears rather than objective facts. Lifejackets or Personal Flotation Devices(PFDs) should be worn by weak or non-swimmers, but they are not substitutes for supervision by an adult with good swimming skills, or a lifeguard. Why are swimming pool alarms such an important purchase? 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). Locations that offer protection from lightning: Fully-enclosed buildings that are grounded with wiring and plumbing, Lifeguard towers that are fully-enclosed and compliant with NFPA 780 lightning guidelines, Fully-enclosed metal vehicles (no soft top convertibles). NGI5YmM4MDg2MDM2NzM5ZGRlNGRjNmYzOWFmMWFiZTQxOWJjNzhjYzc4ZGE0 People who have been struck by lightning do not retain an electrical charge and can be handled safely. Vulnerable locations include: beaches, outdoor pools, diving boards, lifeguard stands, and nearby outdoor recreational facilities. Begin counting at the sight of the lightning flash. The discussion of lightning and indoor pools must include addressing the nature of humans. Identify means to monitor lightning in the area. hb```f``f`b`> @q`WAKcKGCy/f f*: 0 fIe I&Fs\Hkpix\=/@P}[poi/qVnojl7I!hWG*.mIh. Thank you. Aside from these general precautions, you can also purchase a lightning monitor or use a lightning map to see how close the storm is. 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. Help people affected by disasters big and small. /content/redcross/en/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/thunderstorm. If you are in a forest, shelter near lower trees. endobj ODRhNThlZmU5Nzg2Y2UzZjA2MTUxZGQ5ODE5MzFiZjUwNWJlN2Q3ZDk5Mzc3 YTdjYzY5NjEyMjUyMDU5ZjZjNTRkZWZmM2VhZWYwNDExMGMxNDg1MmZmZDJh Information about the proximity of lightning strikes is available via the flash-to-bang rule (explained below), local on-site detection devices, smart phone applications and commercial notification services. ZjkyMjZlOTMyMDQ4ODBmMWJjN2E5ZGI2OTlkYzM3ZTZlMzJmOTI1OWNjOTBi Recreational waters are inherently risky. NTgwMWNjYmM5OWVlZDFjMGRlY2ExNGNhZmJmOWYzYjQ0NGUwMGIwYmI2M2I1 The American Red Cross reports that more than 200 children drown in swimming pools each year. This is potentially because organizations policies are to clear the pools. (see YMCA Weapons policy). <> If you are in immediate need of help, pleasecontact your local Red Cross orfind an open shelter . Cookies used to make website functionality more relevant to you. 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Many people struck by lightning are not in the area where rain is occurring. endobj Thanks to the proliferation of social media, if there had been one, everyone would know about it. Unfortunately, water and lightning just dont mix. To us, lightning strikes are akin to shark attacks. Avoid electrical equipment and telephones. Theft or behavior that results in the destruction or loss of property. Owning a backyard pool or hot tub comes with the responsibility of ensuring its safe use. Anyone who has sustained a lightning strike requires professional medical care. For capacity and safety reasons, all Open Swim times (Lansdowne & Ridley facilities) may be restricted to Community YMCA Members Only (generally during the summer months). 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. If there is thunder or lightning, stay out of the pool. In order to ensure the safety of our children, we regularly compare our membership database to the National Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders and terminate the membership and/or access rights of anyone registered, Upon entering our facilities, any visitor 16 and older, will be required to present a valid government issued ID, which will be scanned into the system. YjQ3YTBlMDJhOGY5ZWZhYTE4Mjc3NzY0ZjA3Y2MwMGEwMzM0N2ZlYzc0OWIx All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. The cycle repeats after each thunder bang. Many inconsistencies and misconceptions exist regarding the lightning safety protocol for indoor swimming pools. startxref Guests, under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by a Community YMCA adult member. 232 0 obj
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In fact, in most places, insurance companies and home inspections require some sort of pool barrier. The organization also developed an extension of the NLIs 30-minute rule: the 30-30 rule. Call for help. More organized thunderstorms (squall lines, bow echoes, super cells, large clusters) should prompt a greater lead-time as compared to an isolated thunderstorm. YMCA Swim Test What to Bring Weather Policies Lifeguards Find Your Swim Lesson Level The National Weather Service recommends staying inside for at least 30 minutes after the last thunder clap. Wear a U.S. Coast Guard Approved flotation device (PFD), except for PFD FREE swim times. Count to 30 after hearing lightning, and if you hear thunder before 30 seconds, then go indoors. YjcyNzkwYzBhYmQzMjU0NGE3M2Q5MWIyMmZlOWVmN2FlZGVlYjk3YzNhNjk4 You can help when help is most needed. Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. Have adult (18+) supervision at all times from either in the water or from the pool deck. For capacity and safety reasons, we can only welcome Guests coming with a Community YMCA member to our branches Monday-Friday 5am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday all day. ZTMzMDEzYTcxNGI3ZjZiOGJmMWIyZDg0YWQ4OTBiOTdhMzRlNjFmZGQ3ZDFk Competitive Swimming Training information, according to the National Weather Service, The Best Pool Alarms For Keeping Kids Safe. Few backyard pools are safe for diving - swimmers should always enter the water feet-first.
We do not distribute or sell your email address to anyone. Guests will also be registered in the membership software and have their picture taken and saved to their guest account. You can review and change the way we collect information below. NGEyOGY1Zjc1NDg3MGViYzI1YjcwOGZmODU4M2ZjOTRhMmM3YzNiNDg0NjA3 ,9vlR IXuakwdIxD!GoWP"M(mtpkJP28 Ar%aa"jl3*86VAn@ Rachel Griffiths, MA, is Communication Director for Aquatic Safety Research Group. Picnic shelters, dugouts and sheds are NOT safe. Only Community YMCA members will be given guest privileges as defined. Lightning has been observed in indoor pools, causing injuries and electrical damage. Above-ground pools should have the ladder or steps removed when not in use. This protocol includes keeping swimmers out of the showers, away from telephones and clear of metallic objects or large expanses of glass until after the storm passes. Never shelter under an isolated tree. This information is compared to the national database of registered sexual offenders. YzMwMGQyYjlkNzZkZGZjNzBmZTA5MDg5NmM4MjMzYzg2YTFmYTNiMzhkZGI1 <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<5D2627AE616F8522CAB89B973259BFD5><7A085458D21DB2110A0000F7708B82FF>]/Index[14 19]/Info 13 0 R/Length 59/Prev 33625/Root 15 0 R/Size 33/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream
Have active, adult (18+) supervision within arms-length at all times while in the water. Tennis & Pickleball Court Reservations at the Springfield branch may only be made by Community YMCA members (court fees apply). 15 0 obj The best time to swim is during the daytime. Mjc4YmUzNTM3N2Q2NWY4ZTY1MWYzNmI0N2NlZjRiZDg2OTc1YmY1MjAxNTk4 Give to the Red Cross. Wear a wide-brim hat, sunglasses, and light clothing to cover your skin whenever possible. Hot tubs should not exceed 104 F or 40 C and are not recommended for pregnant women, toddlers or infants. Due to this, both the water and these components can conduct a very dangerous electrical shock from lightning in a pool. Dont resume outdoor activities for at least 30 minutes after the storm. Use this rule in combination with other resources (local lightning detection systems and commercial services) if they are available, with the closest strike detected or observed used as guidance for the evacuation of a site. Thank you for taking the time to confirm your preferences. 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. NTljYmRlN2UxZDVlMmY0YWU1MjZkYzcwY2U0YjQxOTliN2QwM2RmN2MzYWYz Never use a cliff or rocky overhang for shelter. You can not go full nude at public swimming pools, you can go topless, but not all the way. Cookies used to enable you to share pages and content that you find interesting on CDC.gov through third party social networking and other websites. Guest passes are for our members convenience. If a suitable structure is not available, a hard-topped vehicle is the best alternative. YzExNTQ4NDllMzJkNWQxN2UyODQ1NjIzZDg4MzI3N2MyY2RiY2Q2ZDI4NzQ0 Stay away from storm-damaged areas to keep from putting yourself at risk from the effects of severe thunderstorms. Although Jehn loves teaching, shes also a nerd about pool operations who thoroughly enjoys testing and balancing chemicals. Guests must present a state-issued photo-id or school-issued photo-id and complete a liability waiver to enter the YMCA. 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. Wego to great lengths to outline all rules and policies to ensure the comfort and safety of you, your family and other members. Pick the best time of the day to swim. Using or possessing alcohol or illegal chemicals on YMCA property, in YMCA vehicles, and at YMCA-sponsored programs. ZmNmNzAzY2ZlNGI3OWE2Yzk0M2MzMzk0M2JmMzE0MjIxMTc0NjNlMzY4MjRh The weather watcher has primary, but not sole, responsibility for observation of and updates on weather conditions. MTQ2YzQ5MmRjOGFhYTg4ZjA5NmRkNTE2NjE0YTJhNWY0MDQwZDk0MTM0Mjk0 Discourage them from exiting your building into an active storm. MmVkZjZhOTgyZWFhMzcxMjdkMmQ1ZTM5OGIzZThmYTVlNTdhOWJkMzJiZmEx There are no documented reports of fatal lightning strikes at indoor swimming pools. Inappropriate, immodest or sexually revealing attire. Find a course in your community or online. In the event of an Emergency Management Storm Warning (EMS) and/or direct lighting in the vicinity of the Y, we will clear the pool and surrounding deck for a minimum of 30 minutes. Aside from the NWS, the National Lightning Institute also provides recommendations for storm safety. Staying informed about your communitys risk and response plans. MGU1OWFmMTc0MzM0YzIzZmY5OWIxMTU2MTI2OTVkYWI5MDRhYmU2OGRkNzQ2 2. If necessary, safe, and appropriate, move the victim to a safe place away from the threat of another lightning strike, Summon an ambulance as needed according to local protocols, Heart irregularities, shock, or sudden loss of consciousness are possible. Immediately get off elevated areas such as hills, mountain ridges, or peaks. This rule applies to the vast majority of publicly accessible pools, both indoor and outdoor, in the Charlotte area. Program fees will be credited/refunded if the YMCA cancels a program due to insufficient enrollment. Every year people are killed or seriously injured by severe thunderstorms despite advance warning. Count the number of seconds between the flash of lightning and sound of thunder, then divide by five; this is how far away the lightning is in miles. There are simple steps that families can follow to keep their backyard pools safe. Basketball (Springfield and Ridley facilities) is restricted to Community YMCA Full Privilege Members only, always. Have adult (18+) supervision at all times from the pool deck. Keep away from windows. MTZjOTQ2Mjg3MGQ0ZmM5MWEzOGE0OGQyOGFmNWNmZDFjMTgwMzUzMDU2YjIx Picnic shelters, dugouts and sheds are NOT safe. YTgxOWI0NWFmZDUxZTJiYjFmODU1NDcxYjA5Yzk5MmYzMDM2OWI0ZjUyMWMy Please ask if you have any questions. %PDF-1.5
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Even with shark attacks, people dont stop swimming in the ocean, and youve never seen or heard of a lightning strike killing someone in an indoor pool. MTUzYmFlY2FhMmFlN2FlMjFlZmY1ZTM4NGRjODJhNGMzNjk4ZTQiLCJzaWdu It is generally recommended that patrons be notified (or evacuated based on the emergency action plan) and staff take shelter when thunderstorms move within 10 miles. With that in mind, the NWS provides a formula that can help you calculate how far away the lightning actually is if you see a strike. endstream
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One way the YMCA practices a safe environment is to close swimming pools during severe weather such as thunder and lightning. Because it is impossible to foresee or communicate every situation that may arise, we reserve the right to amend or add a policy/operating rule to ensure the safety and comfort of all. 908(c). If you are caught in an open area, Do NOT lie down. This document serves as a guideline for developing a lightning safety plan and communicating lightning safety information. Becoming a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)will not only keep your expertise fresh, but also help you achieve greater health, resilience and equity outcomes in your community. YWQ1ZjlhNDRhZWEwNDg0OTJiYjVhNzYzODFmMTkxMjkzNGUyY2I2MWQ2Yjgz The majority of electrocutions in swimming pools have been caused by underwater lights, pool pumps, filters, vacuums, electrical outlets and switches, extension cords and others. eyJtZXNzYWdlIjoiN2IzZjcyN2Q2MjQ4MDBkYzNhYTZiZmUwMDFmYzQ2NDEz If you are driving, try to safely exit the roadway and park. Y2RkYTZkNTkzZTg1MTc2ZGM2MmY1NzhiM2FmYTdiYTkxNzYxOWFmZDFkZmQ2 Insurance members will be issued two (2) complimentary guest passes per year. Thank you for your understanding. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Know how the COVID-19 pandemic can affect disaster preparedness and recovery, and what you can do to keep yourself and others safe. This should include avoiding contact with all plumbing and electrical systems, as well as metallic structural components during a storm. NjdkNzgwYjI2MDU1NGZhMGNlZjM1Njg0ZWM4OGU0MGNhNTQ1ZmZhNTRjNTFl Avoid touching metal or other surfaces that conduct electricity in and outside the vehicle. Pool operators may assume patrons are safer from the elements in an indoor pool because it is indoors. | All Rights Reserved. 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? View our privacy policy. endobj endstream Re: Visit an FKK. These can include: swim with a buddy, children must have an adult with them at all times, and no glass containers around the pool. Once 30 thunder-/lightning-less minutes have elapsed, it's considered safe to go back in. %7- They will confirm whether or not there was actual thunder/lightning. Establish pool rules. Watch your animals closely. covers the latest trends and news in the field of parks and recreation and aims to cover unique and interesting stories. If the person has stopped breathing, call 9-1-1 and begin CPR. Who have been struck by lightning do not distribute or sell your address! 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