The design of an elevated pool or water feature is not inherently complicated, dangerous or even necessarily problematic, but it does include some interesting challenges that can be terribly unforgiving of ignorance or neglect. Some basic issues that should be considered whenever such a design is undertaken include the following. Pool Shell Design and Construction […]
Traditionally, day camps have chosen to visit waterparks or aquatic facilities for their field trips. The additional lifeguard supervision and stress that result from day camp visits are not typically worth the revenue generated. Building your own day camp program, hosted at your facility, is a different story. After the initial work of creating the […]
The design of a world-class diving venue requires understanding diving facility guidelines, diving competition rules, and the intricate interactions between divers and their environment. First and foremost, a dive facility must meet the minimum standards of the competition taking place. For example, the overhead clearance above the diving boards and platforms must be at least […]
As Production Director, Nicole is responsible for managing the CH production studio which includes the production of project deliverables from inception through construction drawings. Leading her team, she manages the project workload as well as having direct responsibility of the quality control effort to ensure CH is producing industry-leading documents nationwide. Nicole also serves as […]
In an ideal world, inspiring staff through our positive attitude and exemplary work ethic would be enough to teach them how to be outstanding employees, however, this is not reality. Staff will make mistakes, choose not to work hard, and fail on multiple occasions. Coaching and counseling staff does not take the place of discipline […]
All public swimming pools require sanitizing systems to eliminate microbes in the water to provide a healthy swimming environment. There are many options available today and there are some common misconceptions regarding what systems are available and their relative merits. The purpose of this overview is to provide some basic information about these systems and […]
Hosting parties at your facility is an excellent way to bring in additional revenue with very little extra expense. Developing a party program specific to your customers’ needs and the amenities of your facility is easier than you think. Evaluate Your Amenities and Options The type of facility you operate has an impact on the […]
Understanding bather load requirements in a swimming pool environment is all too often overlooked when designing an aquatic facility. While design considerations for an aquatic facility are commonly related to architectural and engineering aspects, allowable bather loads can also have long term impacts to your facility operations. Bather load requirements generally vary amongst state swimming […]
Why Recognition is Difficult There is a common misconception that if the lifeguard is paying attention and seated on an elevated lifeguard stand, that they will easily be able to spot a struggling swimmer. This could not be further from the truth. Surface turbulence due to swimmers or wind, deep pools, and possible sight obstructions […]
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The ADA requires that newly constructed and altered state and local government facilities, places of public accommodation, and commercial facilities are readily accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities. The ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) […]
