Providing practical, hands-on training in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR and the use and application of AED machines.
“Training Makes the Difference” for Summer Camp Staff
Following COVID-19 safety protocols, we provide the required certifications for NYS/NYC mandatory compliance with Subpart 7-2 of New York State Department of Health Sanitary Code safety training requirements for summer camps.
First Aid
First Aid for the Camp Medical/Health Director, Trip Leaders and other specialty staff.
Professional Level CPR
Professional Level CPR for the Camp Medical/Health Director, Trip Leaders and other specialty staff.
Epi-Auto Injector Training
Epi-Auto Injector training for camp counselors, or acting camp health officers, includes all required Department of EMS required knowledge regarding use and reporting procedures – available as a stand-alone certification course. Please call for group pricing, or send your acting health director to join one of our courses.
Camp Aquatic Director Training – Lifeguard Supervision & Management
Running camp aquatic staff trainings. We begin with individuals, and we leave the camp with a trained team, this is essential in the camp culture.
Pool and Waterfront Lifeguard Certifications
In-Service Aquatic Training
#1 - PRE-CAMP “TEAM LIFEGUARD” IN-SERVICE TRAINING
This pre-camp in-service training includes an initial review of your currently certified lifeguard’s skills and abilities - in and out of the pool and lakefront. We will perform rescue drills to observe the reactions of each lifeguard as well as the lifeguard team's response. After the lifeguard’s review, we focus on the skills that require modification. Skill sets include land and water rescue skills, CPR/AED, constant visual surveillance, performing effective Buddy Check Systems, Lost Swimmer Plan, understanding the camp’s written safety plan and fostering a functioning safety team.
#3 - COMPREHENSIVE AQUATIC OPERATIONS (ASSESSMENT & TRAINING)
Part 1 - While your camp is in session, assessment of your aquatic staff and aquatic environments includes: observing campers, lifeguards, area procedures including buddy checks, counselors and their routines in and around the water, safety precautions for the lake, pool, water park, and safety equipment usage. Part 2 - Meet with the camp director and aquatic director to report and discuss findings Part 3 - Train lifeguard staff to implement agreed-upon changes to streamline your camp’s aquatic operations.
#2 - POOL & WATERFRONT OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT
Includes a visit to your camp while it is in operation to observe waterfront activities, lifeguards, swim instructors, boating, and water park areas. We will make recommendations to improve lifeguard staffing/effectiveness, safety checks for potential hazards, and run an effective learn to swim program.
#4 - AQUATIC POLICY & PROCEDURES HANDBOOK
This assessment includes reviewing the camp's current Policy, Procedure, and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) handbook, followed by examining aquatic areas while the camp is in session. We will make recommendations and revisions to the current EAP for your camp that meets or exceeds Department of Health (DOH) and American Camping Association (ACA) standards and prepare a revised Policy and Procedure Handbook.