A report issued by the staff of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the US has indicated that the average number of drowning deaths in pools and spas involving children younger than five has increased.
The comparison was drawn from yearly averages and showed an increase from 267 (for 2002-2004) to 283 (for 2003-2005).
However, the average number of emergency room pool and spa pool submersion injuries decreased by a 1,000 from an annual average of 2,800 (for 2004-2006) to 2,700 (for 2005-2007).
A new Federal pool and spa safety law was signed by the US President last year in late December. The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act requires that, by 19 December 2008, all US public pools and spas have safety drain covers and, in certain circumstances, an anti-entrapment system.
According to the CPSC, drowning most commonly occurs when children get access to the pool during a short lapse in adult supervision. New CPSC data shows that, between 1999 and 2007, there were 74 reported incidents involving entrapment, resulting in nine deaths and 63 injuries. Details: cpsc.gov
A report issued by the staff of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the US has indicated that the average number of drowning deaths in pools and spas involving children younger than five has increased.
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a
health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling
to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their
offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a
look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with
a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These
responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in
fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors
and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
A report issued by the staff of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the US has indicated that the average number of drowning deaths in pools and spas involving children younger than five has increased.
The comparison was drawn from yearly averages and showed an increase from 267 (for 2002-2004) to 283 (for 2003-2005).
However, the average number of emergency room pool and spa pool submersion injuries decreased by a 1,000 from an annual average of 2,800 (for 2004-2006) to 2,700 (for 2005-2007).
A new Federal pool and spa safety law was signed by the US President last year in late December. The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act requires that, by 19 December 2008, all US public pools and spas have safety drain covers and, in certain circumstances, an anti-entrapment system.
According to the CPSC, drowning most commonly occurs when children get access to the pool during a short lapse in adult supervision. New CPSC data shows that, between 1999 and 2007, there were 74 reported incidents involving entrapment, resulting in nine deaths and 63 injuries. Details: cpsc.gov
A report issued by the staff of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the US has indicated that the average number of drowning deaths in pools and spas involving children younger than five has increased.
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a
health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling
to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their
offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a
look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in
consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and
innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
As more people join clubs to support their mental
health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to
take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful
tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the
CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most
important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with
a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These
responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in
fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors
and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.