by Gerald M. Dworkin January 9, 1997 The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training curriculum is currently advocating a sub-standard procedure for the immobilization of suspected spinal injured patients in shallow or deep water. This issue is being presented to solicit the opinions...
by Gerald M. Dworkin January 27, 1997 The Massachusetts Lifeguard Bill No. 3993, if passed, will require the lessee, tenant or program operator of a recreational campground, which is an establishment whose main purpose is to attract and accommodate campers and their...
As a result of renewed electronic and print media exposure, the Heimlich Controversy has once more reared its head creating a confusing message for lifeguard and other rescue personnel regarding the resuscitation procedures to be used when confronted with a...
In the event a firefighter is suddenly and unexpectedly immersed in deep water while wearing full turnout gear, firefighter survival is dependent upon the actions taken during the first critical seconds of the immersion....
by Gerald M. Dworkin February 11, 1998 The following article was developed at the request of the University of Bath Lifeguards and has been posted to provide information for lifeguard and other Water Rescue personnel. The procedures outlined demonstrate the recommended procedures...
In 1996, a tragic accident occurred on a soccer field at Northeast Park in the Park Ridge Recreation and Park District in Illinois. After a short rain delay in the game, the skies started clearing and a referee decided to...
Proper use and application of the Stearns Cold Water/ Ice Rescue Suit by Fire, Rescue, and other Public Safety Personnel during cold water and ice rescue incidents to address the prevention of Torso Reflex, or Inhalation Response, during the rescuer's...
Nearly half of all flood related deaths occur in vehicles. Most of these deaths take place when people drive into flooded highway dips or low drainage areas. A low-water crossing is where a road, without a bridge, dips across a normally...
by Gerald M. Dworkin May 21, 1998 Since 1980, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has documented over 18 incidents, including five deaths, involving children between the ages of two and 14 who were injured or died due to body part entrapment...
Provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention This information is being provided to inform those who manage and operate pools, waterparks, and other venues about the risks of cryptosporidiosis and ways to help prevent it. by Gerald M. Dworkin Cryptosporidium parvum...
by Gerald M. Dworkin July 27, 1998 A 6-year-old child runs across the pool deck. The lifeguard stationed in the nearest elevated lifeguard stand sees the child, identifies the risk, and attempts to blow his whistle in an effort to warn the...
Reprinted from Aquatics International Magazine (September/October 1998) by Gerald M. Dworkin Properly recognizing and managing suspected spinal injuries caused by head-first entries into the water require high levels of training. Lifeguards and other water rescue personnel must be able to evaluate the...
Note: The following information was compiled through the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the National Spa and Pool Institute, the National Safety Council, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and AQUA Magazine. by Gerald M. Dworkin October 6, 1998 Although showing a...
by Gerald M. Dworkin October 31, 1998 Based on a 1961 study at Williamston, MI, conducted by the Michigan State Police, the Indiana University Health and Safety Department, the Michigan Highway Department, and the American Red Cross, it was estimated that approximately...
TWO BOYS, age 11, are ice skating at a local pond. Suddenly, the ice cracks and one boy falls through into 34 degree Fahrenheit water. His friend runs to his aid, and potential tragedy grows as the second boy is...
by Gerald M. Dworkin January 8, 1999 In order to appreciate the resuscitation protocols being advocated today, as well as new innovations in techniques, protocols, and technologies, it is important to know how these resuscitation procedures have evolved over the years. Therefore,...
by Gerald M. Dworkin The following information is reprinted from an April 1995 brochure published by the National Swimming Pool Foundation in cooperation with the National Spa and Pool Institute and the National Safety Council. Think Ahead Once you've started your dive, you...
Lifeguard Shortage May Be Putting Swimmers At Risk Demanding training may be one reason behind the lifeguard shortage from Reporter Deborah Feyerick, CNN.com June 13, 1999 NEW YORK (CNN) -- Summertime is here, and that means it's time for sun and fun. But a...
by Gerald M. Dworkin September 15, 1999 The following quotation from an OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) summary helps to clarify OSHA's position on which employees should have protective devices for doing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. The key phrase is "reasonably be expected...
A Statement for Healthcare Professionals From the American Heart Association Task Force on Automatic External Defibrillation In October 1993 the American Heart Association appointed the Task Force on Automatic External Defibrillation. The task force was charged with conducting a conference on...
by Gerald M. Dworkin November 18, 1999 The following information was extracted from the Medtronic Physio-Control website at www.aedhelp.com, and is posted on our website to educate Aquatic Recreation Agencies, Beach Patrols, Lifeguard Organizations, Aquatic and Fitness Facilities, and Public Safety and...
The Preparation and Training of Public Safety and Rescue Personnel to Respond to Ice and Cold Water Emergencies by Gerald M. Dworkin October 22, 2000 Case Study #1: March 14, 2000. Ralph Johnson, a 72-year-old male and avid fisherman, purchased his daily permit...
(PREVENTION • RECOGNITION • MANAGEMENT) Published in Camp Business Magazine by Gerald M. Dworkin February 2001 Since water and pool safety is such a huge issue for camps that provide aquatic recreation for their campers it's important to understand that the primary responsibilities of...
This article was published under the tile of "Responding to Aquatic Emergencies" in the July 2001 issue of Emergency Medical Services Magazine. by Gerald M. Dworkin The purpose of this article is to advocate the establishment of collaborative agreements between Fire/Rescue/EMS Services...
