Picnic shelters, dugouts and sheds are NOT safe. Members sharing cards with others may have their membership terminated. Patrons are allowed back in the pool when 10 seconds have elapsed after the sound of thunder. Refer to your municipal bylaws for fencing requirements. Interested in taking a Red Cross First Aid or CPR course? This is a joint initiative of: 0f>,R@3& f/01D8"K$3utS,]fKL,zJ (s@?{O$Fh!DqY>},t;P5x\' If lightning strikes the ground anywhere on this metallic network, it may induce shocks elsewhere. Wego to great lengths to outline all rules and policies to ensure the comfort and safety of you, your family and other members. These cookies may also be used for advertising purposes by these third parties. endobj (Member Code of Conduct)At all times while in our facility and participating in our programs, please respect the rights and dignity of others, actmaturely, and behave responsibly. Educate patrons and employees about the hazards of lightning (including pool safety). Stay in the vehicle and turn on the emergency flashers until the heavy rain ends. startxref Immediately get off elevated areas such as hills, mountain ridges, or peaks. NWQ1OGEyMzNlYWU5OGRkNGQwYjk0MzI3MWI2ZWQwZGZkZDQ1OWIyZjY0MmMx Is Lightning Dangerous When Swimming in the Rain? A close strike creates a significant sonic disturbance that could cause glass to fall on those in the pool area. /%%/Y$,/.~>Kg*a.IitUBh1eFK0)2AEl/bQv|@; #+~-8CIID3 )J4H Zj+R6=;%#\Y|K`a!QO :UbTL4z:oj]=~V]w%?;X m Many people struck by lightning are not in the area where rain is occurring. Failure to comply will result in a revocation of YMCA privileges both immediate and future.Deadly or offensive weapons are defined as any device whose design and/or implementation may produce death or serious bodily injury. Credits will be pro-rated based upon date, and after the third week of class, no credit will be issued. N2VlZmUwOTI0NjAxY2Y4ZWYzYzg4YWVmNTNiMDFmNTczZDQ5OWViMmZiMjFm NjdkNzgwYjI2MDU1NGZhMGNlZjM1Njg0ZWM4OGU0MGNhNTQ1ZmZhNTRjNTFl MmM0YTEwZWE5NGZiYjk3ZTE5YTg0YmFiZmIyYjk1ZmIzMTc0MThlNzg0ODVj Keep the conscious victim calm and monitor closely. Once 30 thunder-/lightning-less minutes have elapsed, it's considered safe to go back in. Lightning has been observed in indoor pools, causing injuries and electrical damage. Below are some things you want to know about Guest Visits at our Y: Guests may have limited access to YMCA facilities including: Proper Identification for Guests All guests are required to show a valid, government-issued photo-ID (state ID/drivers license, or school issued ID). To us, lightning strikes are akin to shark attacks. Build a fence (recommended at least 1.2 m in height, with gaps no larger than 10 cm) that has a self-closing and self-latching gate; keep the gate closed with restricted access at all times. Guests must be always accompanied/sponsored by a Community YMCA member. Establish pool rules. Therefore, only pure water without minerals (distilled) will not conduct electricity; any other kind of water will. ODg4NTE4OTAwY2NjY2E3OTEyMmMyN2Q3YzI4ODVhZDA2OWMyODQwMjU5MDli 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). These guidelines are aimed primarily at areas of the country with moderate to high lightning hazard levels, but may be applied anywhere.Develop an Emergency Action Plan (download model plan and edit to your location), 4/26/2023 4/29/2023USLA Spring 2023 Board of Directors Meeting, 4/28/2023USLA Spring 2023 Educational Conference, Association Management Software Powered by, National Lifeguard Championships & Results, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, USLA Spring 2023 Board of Directors Meeting. We take your privacy seriously. MmEzNWY3NmU1ZjliYjExODMwNzI5NzMwYjhkYzlhMDg0MTk5OGQ5MzZhOTNh 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. 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. Guests, under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by a Community YMCA adult member. At commercial pools, this is often the Facility Supervisor, Aquatics Manager, or a Head Lifeguard. endobj Begin counting at the sight of the lightning flash. The standards specify minimum prescriptive standards to be followed when establishing, constructing, extending, renovating, or altering a public swimming pool. 2MfB ukXkvW#qcAov%|f6` 0 View our privacy policy. Avoid electrical equipment and telephones. Get out of mobile homes that can blow over in high winds. Inappropriate, immodest or sexually revealing attire. The YMCA of the USA, FEMA, the American Red Cross, NOAA, and the National Lightning Safety Institute all advise to not use plumbing of any kind during thunder and lightning and to stay clear of windows. NDIzM2E1MjkwN2MyMGNkYWVmMzBmYWI4ZTZjYjVjMmZkMDBmNDM3ZjQ4MjM3 Applications are now open through March 24, 2023! Department, We know electricity and water do not mix, but we continue to keep pools open with electricity driving their disinfection, circulation and filtration 24/7, even though there is an electrocution risk. Some agencies vacillate between evacuating and not evacuating the pool. The possession or carrying of any deadly or offensive weapon by any person is prohibited in any YMCA building, property, owned, leased or used. While every state has reported lightning-related fatalities, the highest numbers are reported in states bordering the Great Lakes, southern states bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, and the four corners states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona. The American Red Cross provides the following suggestions: 1. Carl Swanson, III, is a member of the Lightning Data Center since 1997, a storm chaser, lightning photographer and member of the National Weather Services spotter network. YmJiZDE0OGNkMjE2Yzk3NTViZDg1NzRiOTVmNzU3Y2QxOGMwMTJlMjcxZGEx The National Weather Service, National Lightning Safety Institute and the National Athletic Trainers Association are three of several groups that recommend evacuation of indoor pools when the threat of lightning exists. The same idea applies with lightning. Some agencies do not evacuate their indoor pools at all. Mjc4YmUzNTM3N2Q2NWY4ZTY1MWYzNmI0N2NlZjRiZDg2OTc1YmY1MjAxNTk4 Stay informed and be ready to act if a severe thunderstorm warning is issued. Each additional sound of thunder or sight of lightning begins a new countdown. Carrying or concealing a weapon or any device or object that may be used as a weapon. covers the latest trends and news in the field of parks and recreation and aims to cover unique and interesting stories. 22 0 obj Guest Pass Liability & Indemnity Waivers All guests must complete aGuest Pass Liability Waiver. Apply today. Discourage them from exiting your building into an active storm. 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? Use a weather radio, a weather app, or TV program to obtain information about nearby storms. The problem with closing indoor swimming pools during electrical storms is that this policy places people at greater risk by removing them from the safe confines of swimming pools and placing them in unprotected areas like on phones, in showers, outdoors and in cars where electrical storms have killed people. If you are outside and cannot reach a safe building, avoid high ground; water; tall, isolated trees; and metal objects such as fences or bleachers. Give to the Red Cross. MzRlNjIxMjQyMGM0NmM0YzgyZGIzNDY5NWQxNGUyYjFmN2RlYWQ4NDY2ZDE2 Data drives good decisions and there is no data supporting closure of indoor swimming pools during electrical storms. Guest passes are for our members convenience. Hi, Beside Silobad and Stadion, is there any other 50m open air swimming pool complex in Frankfurt? hb```fV)!b`0pt0`x_1@6(H\M\G;1musSGGGGGZ g`i@, 0@slymgUg.``_sNf4# Green Banded swimmers, under the age of 12, will be required to: To receive a green band, swimmers must demonstrate the following skills: The procedure to close for safety during lightning, thunder violent storms is recommended by the YMCA of the USA, The National Lightning Safety Institute, The American Red Cross and our local insurance provider. Learn about your local communitys emergency warning system for severe thunderstorms, Discuss thunderstorm safety and lightning safety with all members of your household, Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm This should be away from windows, skylights and glass doors that could be broken by strong winds or hail, Make a list of items to bring inside in the event of a severe thunderstorm, Make trees and shrubbery more wind resistant by keeping them trimmed and removing damaged branches, Protect your animals by ensuring that any outside buildings that house them are protected in the same way as your home, Consult your local fire department if you are considering installing lightning rods. Smoking and/or vaping of any substance on YMCA property the YMCA and its property are a smoke-free environment. A couple of minutes outside of Frankfurt is the Langener Waldsee, it is really beutiful there and they have a rather large FKK area. ,w v+& Wellness Center & Weight Room use is restricted to guests 15 years and older. 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. It takes about 5 seconds for thunder to travel a mile. Lightning cannot be prevented, but the vulnerability of lifeguards, beach-goers, and patrons near bodies of water can be minimized. <> YMCA of the USA, Indoor pool facilities are connected to a much larger surface area through underground water pipes, gas lines, and electric and telephone wiring. Help people who may require special assistance, such as infants, children and the elderly or disabled. 17 0 obj Access resources from the2022 NRPA Annual Conference. If you are caught in an open area, Do NOT lie down. Avoid swimming at night and in stormy weather. When a thunderstorm threatens, clear the pool. Even if you see blue sky, you could still be in danger. Dont resume outdoor activities for at least 30 minutes after the storm. Heres a saying that everyone in the family can learn to remember safety protocols: However, if you cant get indoors for any reason, the CDC recommends crouching low and avoiding direct contact with the ground as much as possible. I was once one of those kids, but once I learned why the lifeguards told me to get out of the pool, I didnt feel as sad about leaving. hbbd``b`J@ H0 H(G10Cg RL 0 MGE0NmEzNmFmNmMwZmNkYTVhNzRkNDIxNTUzMDg5ZmE2MjZhZWY2YTkyNzA1 Additionally, over time concrete and the pool area environment can deteriorate bonding. Rachel Griffiths, MA, is Communication Director for Aquatic Safety Research Group. 2. Members and guests should not hesitate to notify a staff member if assistance is needed. <>stream NGEyOGY1Zjc1NDg3MGViYzI1YjcwOGZmODU4M2ZjOTRhMmM3YzNiNDg0NjA3 Your membership card is non-transferable. Tom Griffiths, Ph.D.,is President and Founder of Aquatic Safety Research Group, LLC. Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are likely to occur. Never shelter under an isolated tree. Follow these steps if someone has been struck by lightning: If your community has experienced a disaster, let friends and family know you're safe. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be in danger from lightning. With the best policies, procedures and supervision, swimming pool patrons face risks such as drownings, broken necks, slips and falls, and electrocutions. <> Pools with large expanses of glass have an additional exposure. However, you can avoid lightning injuries by taking certain precautions. NmI0MjdiNGFhZjI0MzgxZDc2MWM5OTY0MGYxNzkzZjQ3OTU3N2Y3MmFiNzY0 Depending on the attendance levels and the proximity of adequate shelter, a larger radius of lightning may be prudent to provide time to prepare. NDI0NGM4Y2QxODBhZmZlOWQ3YjBlZjFjMWFlOTE1N2E2MTJhMTZjNDk4ZGI3 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. Summer is the peak season for outdoor and water-related activities, and when most lightning deaths and injuries occur. 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. Stay away from downed power lines and report them immediately. Divide the count by five (5) to determine the proximity in miles of the lightning strike (5 seconds = 1 mile; 50 seconds = 10 miles, etc). Identify means to monitor lightning in the area. Suspend all pool activities until 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder was heard. I&Fs\Hkpix\=/@P}[poi/qVnojl7I!hWG*.mIh. Jump in deep water and return to the surface. 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. A thunderstorm is considered severe if it produces hail at least 1 inch in diameter or has wind gusts of at least 58 miles per hour. If our goal was to eliminate all risks, we would drain swimming pools and close them to the public. ZTVkZDllNTA0MGM1NWUzMGM4M2ZiMzc0ODkxNjdmNmIzNTc5MGRmN2U3NzYw Backyard pools can provide many hours of summer fun, but they can also be dangerous. NDFlYjI3NTI3Y2VmYmZkZGI3ZDEwNjgxMDcwNmI2NGY1OTVmOGRjNmNhYzQ3 Consider the organization of thunderstorms in the area. If you are in a forest, shelter near lower trees. Recreational waters are inherently risky. This includes: Education on facts about the dangers of lightning, Emergency action plan for lightning in the area, along with severe weather watches and warnings, Suggest staff members attend the free National Weather Service SkyWarn basic storm spotter training to enhance weather awareness. Guests, under the age of 18, must have a parent/legal guardian complete and sign the liability waiver prior to their visit. Yes, swimming lessons are still safe during COVID, according to CDC findings. OWI4ZDJlNGU4ZWVkNGMyNWQ5MjQ3MmM1MWJhYWMzODE1MjFkOWQzYWFmMDk2 -----BEGIN REPORT----- OGYyODA3MDFlZjBkY2I5MmYzM2QwMGY0NTA0NGJhNzdkM2YyYjRjMWM2YjY4 Use sunscreen with a minimum SPF 15 even on cloudy days, and reapply every 3-4 hours. Work with your maintenance/engineering staff to learn how your pool is connected to your plumbing and electrical systems. Most often, children who drown do so in a pool when a caregiver is not paying attention, if only for a second. NTRlZWU4ODk5OGRlNmY1NDUzMzIxNGRkYmM5ZWI3Nzc5MDBhZDU1OTJhZjQx We believe the risk of electrical shock from lightning is greater than the inconvenience of evacuating the pool. Verbally abusive behavior, including angry or vulgar language, swearing, name-calling, and shouting. 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). Every year people are killed or seriously injured by severe thunderstorms despite advance warning. NGI5YmM4MDg2MDM2NzM5ZGRlNGRjNmYzOWFmMWFiZTQxOWJjNzhjYzc4ZGE0 Allrightsreserved. This should include avoiding contact with all plumbing and electrical systems, as well as metallic structural components during a storm. OTAwYWRmZmViYTM4ODI5ZmI1M2EyODg2YjQ1M2IxMTBkY2MxNGZkODExM2Y3 Recreational waters are inherently risky. MmVkZjZhOTgyZWFhMzcxMjdkMmQ1ZTM5OGIzZThmYTVlNTdhOWJkMzJiZmEx Yellow Banded swimmers will be required to: To receive a Yellow Band, swimmers must demonstrate the following skills: GREEN BAND A green band allows swimmers to use entire pool (shallow and deep ends). Swim the length of the pool, unassisted, with either front crawl or breaststroke. The general lightning safety recommendations associated with all swimming pools (e.g., 30 second- 30 minute rule; avoiding plumbing or electrical circuits), are supported mainly by expert opinions which fall within scientific review Class IV - no convincing scientific evidence is available but is There are simple steps that families can follow to keep their backyard pools safe. Please ask if you have any questions. 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. If you need to go back and make any changes, you can always do so by going to our Privacy Policy page. Ninety-five percent of all fatal lightning strikes occur outdoors, not indoors. If you are in immediate need of help, pleasecontact your local Red Cross orfind an open shelter . Backyard pools can provide many hours of summer fun, but they can also be dangerous. With advanced technology like this, some people may still decide to stay in the pool until the lightning is close-by. However, swimming pools are a bit different than other types of water due to all the hardware that comes with them: water pipes, gas lines, electrical lines, and more. There are ways that an organization can certify that a pool is presently grounded and bonded, but it is an expensive process that must be repeated periodically to ensure that deterioration has not occurred and that new metallic elements have not been introduced. All content copyright 1999 - 2023 CanadianRedCross. Re: Visit an FKK. Lightning causes electric currents along the top of the ground that can be deadly more than 100 feet away. No injuries or deaths due to electrocutions in pools and spas were identified in 2018. |, State Drivers license/State Photo ID card. Loitering within or on the grounds of the YMCA. A lightning protection system provides a means for controlling a lightning strike and thereby preventing damage to the building components (including indoor swimming pools). Unfortunately in order for this to be true, there must be two necessary prerequisites for such a change in protocol: While current codes require bonding and grounding of the metallic elements in the pool area, most existing pools do not meet that standard because they were built under different regulations. If the structure has a lightning protection system, that potential may be increased because lightning protection systems do not repel lightningthey attract it to a specific point so the energy can be directed to ground without damaging the facility. Y2RkYTZkNTkzZTg1MTc2ZGM2MmY1NzhiM2FmYTdiYTkxNzYxOWFmZDFkZmQ2 Harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language, or any type of menacing behavior. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. Understand the actual hazard! The Field Guide delivers suppliers, vendors and service providers to park and recreation agencies throughout the United States and Canada. Vulnerable locations include: beaches, outdoor pools, diving boards, lifeguard stands, and nearby outdoor recreational facilities. The cycle repeats after each thunder bang. Do not take a bath, shower or use plumbing. Improve your swimming skills and learn how to prevent drownings and how to make safe rescues by taking a Red Cross Swim Course. The American Red Cross can help you reconnect with family members. 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. NDI3MzcyN2JhZDkwMTMzZGQ4NTllOGE3OSJ9 v|NpWV8 Reminding kids that youre just trying to keep everyone safe can help them settle down, but an even better idea is to teach them about these dangers of thunder and lightning as well. These drownings primarily involve young children who gain access to a pool without a self-closing and self-latching gate. | All Rights Reserved. Designate someone as the weather safety lookout. Jet Skis). MmMzNmFiOTZlYWFlN2Q1YTFhM2Y3NmE5YzFhYzE4MDcyNTE3MzY4NzEwMWIx * There were 23 deaths from electrocutions in pools and spas from 2002-2014. Thunderstorms are common in areas with high humidity because the humid air cools in the upper parts of the storms, which condenses into liquid water in the clouds, and then the heat energy that evaporates the water releases. Copyright 2023 Community YMCA. The good news is that national statistics do not include any deaths from lightning to people in indoor pools. Only swim in the shallow area of the pool. Even if it isnt stormy outside, you can prepare for these storms by following a 10-day forecast on your weather app since most apps have a separate symbol for days with thunder. You can review and change the way we collect information below. Lightning cannot be prevented, but the vulnerability of lifeguards, beach-goers, and patrons near bodies of water can be minimized. Anyone under the age of 16, priorto swimming in the pool, must complete the YMCA swim skills assessment and be assigned a red, yellow or green swim-band. -----END REPORT-----. Learn what to do in case of emergencytake a Red Cross First Aid Course and encourage youth to take a Red Cross Lifeguard Course. As recently as 2011, a lifeguard was fatally struck by lightning in Florida. Watch our social media pages (Facebook,Twitter), or our mobile app for iPhones and Android phones. The best time to swim is during the daytime. (Raptor Visitor Management System). Date, time, and location of classes can be found from navigating from. 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. RED BAND Individuals who do not wish to participate in or do not pass the swim skills assessment will be given a red swim band. NRPA Online Learning is a cost-effective and flexible way to educate staff, provide training and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) without leaving the comfort of your home or office. Above-ground pools should have the ladder or steps removed when not in use. "If someone in an indoor pool was killed by lightning, it would be such a sensational and scary story all the media outlets would have it," he says. Shutter windows and close outside doors securely. The organization also developed an extension of the NLIs 30-minute rule: the 30-30 rule. NjUzNzU1YmRiNDg3ZmJkODE0MjJkNTVhNjUyNDJkNTNlY2RjZDM0MWU4MjE4 While some did not hear the warning, others heard the warning and did not pay attention to it. %%EOF 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. Pool operators may assume patrons are safer from the elements in an indoor pool because it is indoors. Take your children with you if you have to leave the pool for any reason. MTUzYmFlY2FhMmFlN2FlMjFlZmY1ZTM4NGRjODJhNGMzNjk4ZTQiLCJzaWdu They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. (Weapons Policy). Remember, absolute protection from lightning is impossible. More organized thunderstorms (squall lines, bow echoes, super cells, large clusters) should prompt a greater lead-time as compared to an isolated thunderstorm. Competitive Swimming Training information, according to the National Weather Service, The Best Pool Alarms For Keeping Kids Safe. rw% nPr)#'*IPxl M1EqB06/C 0?6%?QFe 5X|NoN5l ! ODRhNThlZmU5Nzg2Y2UzZjA2MTUxZGQ5ODE5MzFiZjUwNWJlN2Q3ZDk5Mzc3 These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. Tennis & Pickleball Court Reservations at the Springfield branch may only be made by Community YMCA members (court fees apply). 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. Guests must present a state-issued photo-id or school-issued photo-id and complete a liability waiver to enter the YMCA. If there is thunder or lightning, stay out of the pool. None have been caused by lightning strikes. 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. The National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) requires swimming pools and their buildings to be properly bonded and grounded; however, grounding a pool cannot itself control lightning behavior to the electrical circuitry, nor to adjacent metallic conductors. In addition, electrical bonding of pools is, on rare occasions, improperly done and the bonding can deteriorate over time. 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