“Luck is not a drowning prevention strategy.”
— Harvey Barnett

Prevention

What has research found?

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·         Proper adult supervision

·         Barriers to Entry—pool fences, alarms on doors leading to pools, gates, etc…

·         Survival swimming lessons—like those taught by ISR. Taking part in formal swimming lessons reduces the risk of drowning among children aged 1 to 4 years. 

·         Seconds count—learn CPR. CPR performed by bystanders has been shown to save lives and improve outcomes in drowning victims. The more quickly CPR is started, the better the chance of improved outcomes.

·         Life jackets can reduce risk. Potentially, half of all boating deaths might be prevented with the use of life jackets.

ISR Steps to Safety

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In order to ensure that we provide each student with the safest possible lesson, ISR has the following protocols:

  • The ISR Registration Process—the child’s medical and aquatic history are requested by ISR’s registered nurses along with current health conditions and medications taken
  • Daily Documentation on bowel, urine, diet and sleep patterns (B.U.D.S)
  • Instructor initiated checks for temperature fatigue and abdominal distention during lessons
  • Post lesson rest period

ISR Instructor Qualifications and Training

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  • An intensive 6 week academic and in-water certification program
  • Minimum of 60 hours of in-water training
  • Minimum of 40 hours of academic preparation and testing
  • On-going development—continuing education and video submissions
  • CPR and First Aid certification through the American Red Cross
  • Yearly re-certification