Counsilman-Hunsaker was contracted to conduct an Annual Lifeguard Operations Assessment through our CHAMP™ service program, the sole authorized licensee of the American Red Cross’ Aquatic Examiner Services program. A CHAMP™ Examiner reviewed the facility layout and zone coverage, placement of emergency equipment and staffing, and the facility’s communication system and emergency procedures. Counsilman-Hunsaker also evaluated […]
In 2014, Counsilman-Hunsaker was hired by the City of Denver, Colorado, to perform an audit of their swimming pool portfolio consisting of 29 pools, both indoor and outdoor. The pools were rated in a categorical system showing deficiency priority, age category, and condition. Recommendations, considerations, and project costs were detailed to bring the pools up […]
Counsilman-Hunsaker was contracted to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and provide a manual for their new facility, the Champions Club of Southlake. This included an assessment of operational needs, producing an SOP Manual, and working with the staff on how to implement these procedures. The SOP Manual consisted of: Aquatic staff policies and procedures for […]
In November of 2017, Counsilman-Hunsaker was retained by Epic Waters Waterpark in Grand Prairie Texas to provide a Lifeguard Operations Assessment and report through Counsilman-Hunsaker’s CHAMP™ service program, the sole authorized licensee of the American Red Cross’ Aquatic Examiner Services program. A CHAMP™ Examiner reviewed the facility layout and zone coverage, placement of emergency equipment […]
Johnathan Nies has a diverse aquatics background including indoor and outdoor operations, training and management as well as working for the National Swimming Pool Foundation. Working with the City of Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy, and private clubs, Johnathan learned pool operation and management. After his time in aquatic operations, he helped launch the […]
With the NCAA official early signing day for college football prospects fast approaching, you may be wondering what college football programs are doing to set themselves apart from other schools. What you might not know is that programs are doing just that by adding aquatic facilities to their already high-class training facilities. Prospective student athletes […]
A surge tank is a water containing vessel that takes water from a swimming pool perimeter gutter system. Swimmers create waves when they enter a pool, compete, swim laps, exercise or just play. The perimeter gutter system captures these waves, or surge of water, so that they do not rebound back into the pool. A […]
Perimeter overflow systems are a critical part of any swimming pool. There are two main types of perimeter overflow systems; skimmers and gutters. Skimmers are often times the more simplistic and less expensive options as they are traditionally used for back yard or leisure-style pools. Gutters, however, can be used on any pool type and […]
