National Water Safety Month - May 2011

National Water Safety Month is a joint effort of the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP), the American Red Cross, the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA) and the World Waterpark Association (WWA).

These organizations represent businesses and other individuals and agencies involved in bringing safe, enjoyable aquatic activities to the American public, from home pools and spas, to waterparks and resorts, to public swimming and water recreation facilities.

About APSP
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) is the world's largest international trade association representing the swimming pool, spa and hot tub industry. APSP's mission is promoting consumer safety and enhancing the business success of its members. Members adhere to a code of business ethics and share a commitment to public health and safety in the use of pools, spas and hot tubs. APSP member companies include manufacturers, distributors, manufacturers' agents, designers, builders, installers, retailers, and service professionals. For more information, visit www.APSP.org.

About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org.

About NRPA
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of more than 21,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy lifestyles, recreation initiatives, and conservation of natural and cultural resources. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org.

About WWA
The World Waterpark Association is the world's leading water leisure trade association, serving more than 1000 park operator and supplier members from more than forty-two countries around the world. Since its inception twenty-eight years ago, the WWA has been the leading advocate for the development of the water leisure industry for its park and supplier members. Visit www.waterparks.org.

Join us in celebrating Water Safety Month!

We encourage you to utilize the resources on this website to promote water safety at your facility. Find even more resources at the official website of National Water Safety Month.

Requirements for safe water.

Water hygiene

Basic water chemistry & controls

A short video that describes basic water chemistry and the controls required for safe water.

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