As 2016 comes to an end, Aquatics International is taking a look back at the most popular stories of the year. Whether its the first time you’re seeing the headline or you’ve already heard the news, here’s your chance to remenisce about the hottest industry topics, based on google analytics. Do you agree with the list? What were your favorite aquatics headlines of 2016?
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Tragedy Hits World’s Tallest Waterslide
The death of a 10-year-old child on Schlitterbahn's Verruckt has raised a number of questions
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Emergency Pool Phone Legislation Moves Forward
Citizens are hoping to have no-dial emergency phones installed near all hotel and motel pools.
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Aquatics Industry Finally Discontinues Heimlich Maneuver
A large lifeguard certification agency, believed to be the last remaining practitioner of what critics argued was an ineffective rescue technique, has changed its protocol.
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Who Guards the Lifeguard?
One lifeguard drowned. Another was sexually assaulted. Both were working alone. Is it time for the industry to ditch the single-guard practice?
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The Language of Drowning
A look at the terms "Hypoxic Blackout" vs. "Shallow Water Blackout"
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Transgender Bathroom Access and Protecting Your Business
Knowing your state's transgender laws is the first step in avoiding complaints or legal action.
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A Killer Workout?: The Good and Bad of Speedo’s New Campaign
Speedo FIT ad is flashy and splashy … possibly reckless
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Do Lifeguards Need More Training?
A rash of lawsuits suggest that lifeguards may need more training
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Prepared for the Worst: Targeted Training Helped Oregon Lifeguards React Quickly During Park Shooting
Emerald Park in Eugene, Ore. was the scene of a disturbing shooting last month. Thanks to rigorous training, the park's pool staff knew exactly what to do
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Lone Star Splash: The REC of Grapevine
Texas pride is evident throughout this leisure pool facility, which caters to all populations, particularly its extraordinarily active senior community.
