SUBJECT INDEX FOR YMCA RELATED INFORMATION
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ADMINISTRATION
 
Abuse Alert: 6-2003


Article: AED Legislation Update

Articles: Child Abuse and Neglect State Statutes Series:
Definitions of Child Abuse and Neglect
Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect
Reporting Procedures
Immunity for Reporters

Form: A Coach - Parent - Participant Code of Conduct (Pamphlet)
Customizable Microsoft WORD file: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.dot) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.pdf)
Form: Access / Membership Policy Restrictions
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AccessPolicy.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AccessPolicy.pdf)

Form: Aquatic Safety Code of Conduct
Microsoft WORD File: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.pdf)
Form: Aquatics Training Log
Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.xls) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.pdf)

Form: Automobile Accident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.xls)

Form: Business Income Insurance Checklist
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI Insurance_checklist.pdf)

Form: Business Income Insurance People, Time and Process
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI Insurance_people,time,process.pdf)

Form: Business Income Insurance Worksheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI InsuranceWorksheet.pdf)

Form: Child Care Quick Check
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.doc)

Form: Driver's Annual Statement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualStatement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversAnnualState.xls)

Form: Driver's Annual MVR Review
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualMVRReview.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversMVRReview.xls)

Form: Driver's Notice of Disqualification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversNoticeOfDisqual.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversDisqualification.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Check Sheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestChkSht.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversTestCheckSheet.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Certification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestCertif.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriverTestCertification.xls)

Form: Equipment Maintenance & Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.doc)

Form: Fire Safety for Buildings Under Construction
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.doc)

Form: Mileage Reimbursement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_MileageReimbursement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_MileageReimbursement.xls)

Form: New Program Evaluation
Adobe PDF file: (Form_NewProgramEvaluation.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_NewProgramEvaluation.xls)

Form: Notice of Automobile Loss
Adobe PDF file: (Form_NoticeofAutoLoss.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoLossNotice.xls)

Form: Notice of Liability Loss / Incident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_IncidentReport-.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_IncidentReport.xls)

Form: Notice of Property Loss
Adobe PDF file: (Form_PropertyLoss.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_PropertyLoss.xls)

Form: Self-Audit - Abuse Prevention
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AbusePreventSelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AbusePreventSelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Aquatic Safety
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Collaborative Agreements
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_CollaborationsSelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_CollaborationsSelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Transportation Safety
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Vehicle Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_VehicleInspection.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_VehicleInspection.xls)

Form: YMCA of the USA's Child Abuse Prevention CODE OF CONDUCT
Adobe PDF file: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.doc)

Form: Wildfire Risk and Hazard Assessment Checklist
Adobe PDF file: (Form_WildfireRiskAssessment.pdf)

Lessons in the News: Another Reason for CPR and AEDs in Youth Sports
Lessons in the News: Whirlpool Lawsuit
Lessons in the News: YMCA fined for waterfront safety violations
Lessons in the News: YMCA fire teaches alarming lesson
Lessons in the News: $1.5M award overturned in player suit against coach
Lessons in the News: Aquatic Tragedy Update
Lessons in the News: Camera Cell Phone Ban in U.K.
Lessons in the News: Court to Review Waiver Forms
Lessons in the News: [City] YMCA expected to ban sex offenders
Lessons in the News: Heelys
Lessons in the News: New Jersey Sports Coaches Learn the Cost of Verbally Harassing Players
Lessons in the News: News in Brief; Drowning Case Settlement
Lessons in the News: Off-site Programming
Lessons in the News: Pizza and Pool Party
Lessons in the News: Reardon victims still wait for help
Lessons in the News: Study: Defibrillator plans can fail in a heartbeat
Lessons in the News: Tenants & Facility Users
Lessons in the News: Two die in [name] YMCA shootings
Lessons in the News: Unsupervised Infant Fell Into Pool With Broken Gate
Lessons in the News: Wildfires: Outlook points to active fire
Lessons in the News: YMCA looks into lost cash
Lessons in the News: YMCA Settles Drowning Case

RMA: 15-Passenger Vans...Still not a viable option
RMA: Abuse Prevention Information for Parents
RMA: Antibiotic Resistant Staph (MRSA)
RMA: Appropriate Spa and Sauna Use
RMA: Aquatic Fecal Contamination Protocol
RMA: Aquatic Vigilance
RMA: Aquatics - Special Needs Patrons
RMA: Breaking News, Child Abuse
RMA: Breaking News, YMCA Kidnapping
RMA: Camping and the Cyber-Porn Generation
RMA: Child Safety Issues
RMA: Childcare Van & Bus Safety Checks
RMA: Collaborative Partners and Emergency Action Plans
RMA: Cost of Risk
RMA: Dam Safety
RMA: Do Not Resuscitate Orders
RMA: Driver Control Protocols
RMA: Driver Selection and Control
RMA: Emergency Oxygen Administration
RMA: Employee & Volunteer Screening
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA: Facility Egress
RMA: Facility Inspections and Record Keeping
RMA: Finger Protection
RMA: Fitness Equipment Safety & Maintenance
RMA: Folding Tables Can Maim Or Kill Children
RMA: Hot Tub Dermatitis
RMA: Incident Handling
RMA: Injury from Falling Lockers
RMA: Injury Intervention Protocols
RMA: Internet Personal Pages
RMA: Language Barriers
RMA: Life Safety Issues
RMA: Loan or Rental of YMCA Vehicles
RMA: Locker Room Behavior Management
RMA: Member's Code of Conduct
RMA: New Program Development
RMA: Overnight Programming
RMA: Personal Use of Electronic Equipment
RMA: Preventing Dryer Fires
RMA: Preventing Pool Ceiling Collapses
RMA: Pool Chemical Safety
RMA: Preventing Sauna Fires
RMA: Proper Field Trip Procedures
RMA: Reducing Embezzlement Opportunities
RMA: Reducing Locker Room Theft
RMA: Safe Diving
RMA: Safely Filling Indoor Swimming Pools
RMA: Safety on Ice
RMA: Saving Knocked-out Teeth
RMA: Security...identification and access
RMA: Use of Facilities by Outside Groups
RMA: Use of Non-YMCA Vehicles
RMA: Use of Waivers
RMA: Vehicle Inspections
RMA: Volunteer Management in Youth Sports Programs
RMA: Water Trampolines
RMA: Water Turbidity
RMA: Unsanctioned use of 12- and 15- passenger vans
RMA: Weight & Fitness Room Safety
RMA: What is an RMA?
Wildfires: Property Exposures
RMA: Winter Protection against Pipe Freeze-Ups
RMA: Youth Sports - Parents' Code of Conduct

RMT: AED Update Information
RMT: Business Income Insurance
RMT: Climbing Programs and Belay Practices
RMT: The DriveCam System: behavior management for drivers
RMT: Driver Qualification Files
RMT: Driver Qualification Standards
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - an overview
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - civil disobedience
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - earthquake
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - evacuation procedures
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - fire
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - medical emergency
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - severe weather
RMT: Exercise Ball Safety
RMT: How safe are your bathrooms?
RMT: Maintaining A Safe Office Environment
RMT: Motor Vehicle Maintenance Standards
RMT: Off-site Aquatics Services
RMT: Preventing Heat Illness
RMT: Protecting Children Through Hiring Practices
RMT: Using Video Technology
RMT: Wildfire Prevention Standards
RMT: Wildfire Protection: Barricade Gel
RMT: YMCA Blog and Personal Webpage Guidelines
RMT: YMCA Facility Self-Inspection
RMT: Y-USA's 2006 National Camping Conference Call

Transportation Alert: 2004-01

Waiver: Fitness and Exercise Orientation Release from Indemnity
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.doc)

Waiver: General Release from Liability
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_GeneralRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_GeneralRelease.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_GeneralRelease_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_GeneralRelease_sp.doc)

Waiver: Skate Park Hold Harmless and Medical Release Form
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.doc)

Waiver: Unsanctioned Aquatic Services
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_AquaticServices.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ AquaticServices.doc)

Waiver: Unsanctioned Child Care
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_ChildCare.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ChildCare.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.doc)

Waiver: Use of Facilities Agreement
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_FacilitiesUseAgreement.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_FacilityUseAgreement.doc)

Waiver: Vendor Agreement
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_VendorAgreement.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_VendorAgreement.doc)

AQUATICS
  Aquatic Alert 3.24.08 - Hypoxic Training Death
Aquatic Alert 2007-01: Teen Dies During YMCA Open Swim
Aquatic Alert 2006-2: "Group home resident dies in Y pool"
Aquatic Alert 2006-01: "8-year-old drowns at YMCA pool party"
Aquatic Alert 2005-02
Aquatic Alert 2005-01
Aquatic Alert 2004-03
Aquatic Alert 2004-02
Aquatic Alert 2004-01
Aquatic Alert 4-2003
Aquatic Alert 3-2003
Aquatic Alert 2-2003
Aquatic Alert: 1-2003
Aquatic Alert: 11 & 12-2002
Aquatic Alert 10-2002
Aquatic Alert: 9-2002
Aquatic Alert: 6, 7 & 8-2002
Aquatic Alert: 5-2002
Aquatic Alert: 4-2002
Aquatic Alert: 3-2002
Aquatic Alert: 2-2002
Aquatic Alert: 1-2002

Article: AED Legislation Update

Form: Aquatics Quick Check
Customizable/4-up Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AQC_4uptemp.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing (Redwoods version): (Form_AQC.pdf)

Form: Aquatic Safety Code of Conduct
Microsoft WORD File: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.pdf)

Form: Aquatics Training Log
Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.xls) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.pdf)

Form: Lifeguard-Pool Observation Report
Microsoft Excel File: (Form_LifeguardPoolReport.xls) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_LifeguardPoolObservation.pdf)
Form: Self-Audit - Aquatic Safety
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.pdf)

Lessons in the News: Secondary Drowning
Lessons in the News: Seven-year-old Boy Using Slide
Lessons in the News: CPSC Pool & Spa Safety Legislation
Lessons in the News: Water Park Drowning
Lessons in the News: Breath Hold Swimming and Diving

Lessons in the News: Tragic Day at the Pool
Lessons in the News: Two Aquatic Incidents
Lessons in the News: Pizza Pool Party
Lessons in the News: Breath-hold Diving
Lessons in the News: Whirlpool Lawsuit
Lessons in the News: 2 Swimmers Report Staph Infections
Lessons in the News: Study: Defibrillator plans can fail in a heartbeat
Lessons in the News: Aquatic Tragedy Update
Lessons in the News: News in Brief; Drowning Case Settlement
Lessons in the News: Seniors as Lifeguards
Lessons in the News: Unsupervised Infant Fell Into Pool With Broken Gate
Lessons in the News: Lifeguard Saves Boy
Lessons in the News: YMCA Settles Drowning Case
Lessons in the News: Pizza and Pool Party

RMA: AEDs and Emergency Oxygen in Aquatic Environments
RMA: Appropriate Spa and Sauna Use
RMA: Aquatic Biohazard Management
RMA: Aquatic Entrapment Guidelines - Existing Construction
RMA: Aquatic Entrapment Guidelines - New Construction
RMA: Aquatic Entrapment Guidelines - Wading Pools
RMA: Aquatic Facility Safety Issues
RMA: Aquatic Fecal Contamination Protocol
RMA: Aquatic In-Service Training
RMA: Aquatic Personal Protective Equipment
RMA: Aquatic Reminders
RMA: Aquatic Safety Issues
RMA: Aquatic Safety Reminders
RMA: Aquatic Vigilance
RMA: Aquatics - Special Needs Patrons
RMA: Breath Hold Diving
RMA: Brown Water Protection
RMA: Cost of Risk
RMA: Cryptosporidium and spray parks
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA: Emergency Oxygen Administration
RMA: Hot Tub Dermatitis
RMA: Lifeguard Responsibilities
RMA: Lifeguarding...an inviolate primer
RMA: Off-site Aquatics
RMA: Pool Chemical Safety
RMA: Pool Glare
RMA: Preventing Pool Ceiling Collapses
RMA: Product Recall - dive sticks
RMA: Safe Diving
RMA: Safely Filling Indoor Swimming Pools
RMA: Swim Testing Policy
RMA: Toys Inappropriate for YMCA Pools
RMA: Water Trampolines
RMA: Water Turbidity

RMT: AED Update Information
RMT: Aquatic DROP Drill and Remediation Instructions
RMT: Aquatic Entrapment Guidelines - Pools and Spas
RMT: Aquatic Guidelines - pool safety
RMT: Aquatic Guidelines - spa safety
RMT: Cryptosporidium and recreational water facilities
RMT: Holiday Vacation Camp
RMT: Lifeguarding...an inviolate primer
RMT: Lightning Safety
RMT: Protecting Swimmers in Natural Bodies of Water
RMT: Off-site Aquatics Services
RMT: Pool Signage
RMT: Swim Testing Policy Implementation
RMT: Y-USA's 2006 National Camping Conference Call

Waiver: Backyard Swim Instruction Agreement
Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_BackyardSwimAgreement.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_BackyardSwimAgreement.pdf)

Waiver: Unsanctioned Aquatic Services
Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_AquaticServices.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Waiver_AquaticServices.pdf)

AUTOMOBILE
 
Form: Automobile Accident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.xls)

Form: Driver's Annual Statement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualStatement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversAnnualState.xls)

Form: Driver's Annual MVR Review
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualMVRReview.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversMVRReview.xls)

Form: Driver's Notice of Disqualification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversNoticeOfDisqual.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversDisqualification.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Check Sheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestChkSht.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversTestCheckSheet.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Certification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestCertif.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriverTestCertification.xls)

Form: Mileage Reimbursement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_MileageReimbursement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_MileageReimbursement.xls)

Form: Notice of Automobile Loss
Adobe PDF file: (Form_NoticeofAutoLoss.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoLossNotice.xls)

Form: Self-Audit - Transportation Safety
Adobe PDF file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.doc)

Form: Vehicle Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_VehicleInspection.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_VehicleInspection.xls)

Lessons in the News: Van with Canoe Trailer Overturns
RMA: 15-Passenger Vans...Still not a viable option
RMA: 15-Passenger Vans...use or not use?
RMA: Are vans a viable transportation option?
RMA: Childcare Van & Bus Safety Checks
RMA: Cost of Risk
RMA: Driver Control Protocols
RMA: Driver Selection and Control (revised)
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA: Loan or Rental of YMCA Vehicles
RMA: Managing the Van Driver
RMA: Unsanctioned use of 12- and 15- passenger vans
RMA: Use of Non-YMCA Vehicles
RMA: Vehicle Inspections
RMA: Vehicular & Driver Controls
RMA: Winter driving concerns

RMT: Back to Basics 00 - introduction: methods of use
RMT: Back to Basics 01 - preliminary considerations
RMT: Back to Basics 02 - scanning techniques
RMT: Back to Basics 03 - escape routes
RMT: Back to Basics 04 - following distance
RMT: Back to Basics 05 - blind spots and tailgaters
RMT: Back to Basics 06 - limited-access highways
RMT: Back to Basics 07 - city streets
RMT: Back to Basics 08 - rural roads
RMT: Back to Basics 09 - backing
RMT: Back to Basics 10 - inclement weather & special hazards
RMT: Back to Basics 11 - backing accidents... all forms
RMT: Back to Basics 12 - turning (including lane change) accidents
RMT: Back to Basics 13 - driving forward... hit fixed object accidents
RMT: Back to Basics 14 - driving forward... hit vehicle in front accidents
RMT: Back to Basics 15 - driving forward... miscellaneous accidents
RMT: Back to Basics 16 - driving forward... hit by other driver accidents
RMT: Back to Basics 17 - accident investigation procedures
RMT: Back to Basics 18 - determining an accident's preventability
RMT: Back to Basics 19 - supervisor's driving practicum
RMT: The DriveCam System: behavior management for drivers
RMT: Driver Qualification Files
RMT: Driver Qualification Standards
RMT: Motor Vehicle Maintenance Standards

Transportation Alert: 2003-01
Transportation Alert: 2003-02
Transportation Alert: 2003-03
Transportation Alert: 2003-04
Transportation Alert: 2004-01
Transportation Alert: 2005-01
Transportation Alert: 2005-02
Transportation Alert: 2007-01 Van Fatalities

CHILD SAFETY
  Abuse Alert: 2007-04 - "YMCA to ensure no sex offenders are members"
Abuse Alert: 2007-03 - "YMCA Staff Encounters 'Red Flag' Behavior - and Catches a Predator"
Abuse Alert: 2007-02 - "Doctor Accused of Exposing Himself at YMCA"
Abuse Alert: 2007-01 - "Counselor pleads guilty to sex assaults"
Abuse Alert: 2006-02 - "Swim instructor to stand trial on sexual assault charge"
Abuse Alert: 2006-01 - "Ex-tutor abuses his charges"
Abuse Alert: 2005-03
Abuse Alert: 2005-02
Abuse Alert: 2005-01
Abuse Alert: 5-2004
Abuse Alert: 4-2004
Abuse Alert: 3-2004
Abuse Alert: 2-2004
Abuse Alert: 1-2004
Abuse Alert: 9-2003
Abuse Alert: 8-2003
Abuse Alert: 7-2003
Abuse Alert: 6-2003
Abuse Alert: 5-2003
Abuse Alert: 4-2003
Abuse Alert: 3-2003
Abuse Alert: 2-2003
Abuse Alert: 1-2003
Abuse Alert: 12-2002
Abuse Alert: 11-2002
Abuse Alert: 10-2002
Abuse Alert; 9-2002
Abuse Alert: 8-2002
Abuse Alert: 7-2002
Abuse Alert: 6-2002
Abuse Alert: 5-2002
Abuse Alert: 4-2002
Abuse Alert: 3-2002
Abuse Alert: 2-2002
Abuse Alert: 1-2002
Abuse Alert: December 7, 2001
Abuse Alert: December 5, 2001

Article: AED Legislation Update

Articles: Child Abuse and Neglect State Statutes Series:
Definitions of Child Abuse and Neglect
Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect
Reporting Procedures
Immunity for Reporters

Form: Access / Membership Policy Restrictions
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AccessPolicy.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AccessPolicy.pdf)

Form: Child Care Quick Check
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.doc)

Form: Self-Audit - Abuse Prevention
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AbusePreventSelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AbusePreventSelfAudit.pdf)

Form: YMCA of the USA's Child Abuse Prevention CODE OF CONDUCT
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.pdf)

Lessons in the News: CPSC Pool & Spa Safety Legislation
Lessons in the News: Camera Cell Phone Ban in U.K.
Lessons in the News: [City] YMCA expected to ban sex offenders
Lessons in the News: Man arrested for taking photos of boy at local YMCA
Lessons in the News: Off-site Programming
Lessons in the News: Reardon victims still wait for help
Lessons in the News: Unsupervised Infant Fell Into Pool With Broken Gate

RMA: 15-Passenger Vans...use or not use?
RMA: Abuse Prevention Information for Parents
RMA: Breaking News, Child Abuse
RMA: Breaking News, YMCA Kidnapping
RMA: Camping and the Cyber-Porn Generation
RMA: Child Safety Issues
RMA: Childcare Van & Bus Safety Checks
RMA: Cost of Risk
RMA: Employee & Volunteer Screening
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA: Finger Protection
RMA: Folding Tables Can Maim Or Kill Children
RMT: How safe are your bathrooms?
RMA: Internet Personal Pages
RMA: Locker Room Behavior Management
RMA: Managing the Van Driver
RMA: Off-site Before and After School Locations
RMA: Overnight Programming
RMA: Playground Netting
RMA: Preventing Playground Injuries
RMA: Proper Field Trip Procedures
RMT: Protecting Children Through Hiring Practices
RMA: School-aged Care at Off-site Locations
RMA: Use of Facilities by Outside Groups
RMA: Volunteer Management in Youth Sports Programs

RMT: Holiday Vacation Camp
RMT: Playground Safety Guidelines
RMT: Pool and Spa Entrapment
RMT: YMCA Blog and Personal Webpage Guidelines
RMT: Y-USA's 2006 National Camping Conference Call

Waiver: Unsanctioned Child Care
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_ChildCare.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ChildCare.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.doc)

FORMS / WAIVERS
  Abuse Alert: 2005-02


Form: A Coach - Parent - Participant Code of Conduct (Pamphlet)
Customizable Microsoft WORD file: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.dot) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.pdf)
Form: Aquatics Quick Check
Customizable/4-up Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AQC_4uptemp.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing (Redwoods version): (Form_AQC.pdf)

Form: Aquatic Safety Code of Conduct
Microsoft WORD File: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.doc) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticCodeofConduct.pdf)

Form: Aquatics Training Log
Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.xls) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_AquaticsTrainingLog.pdf)

Form: Automobile Accident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoAccidentReport.xls)

Form: Business Income Insurance Checklist
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI Insurance_checklist.pdf)

Form: Business Income Insurance People, Time and Process
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI Insurance_people,time,process.pdf)

Form: Business Income Insurance Worksheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_BI InsuranceWorksheet.pdf)

Form: Child Care Quick Check
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_ChildQuickCheck.doc)

Form: Driver's Annual Statement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualStatement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversAnnualState.xls)

Form: Driver's Annual MVR Review
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversAnnualMVRReview.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversMVRReview.xls)

Form: Driver's Notice of Disqualification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversNoticeOfDisqual.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversDisqualification.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Check Sheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestChkSht.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriversTestCheckSheet.xls)

Form: Driver's Road Test-Certification
Adobe PDF file: (Form_DriversRoadTestCertif.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_DriverTestCertification.xls)

Form: Equipment Maintenance & Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.doc)

Form: Exit & Emergency Lighting Maintenance
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ExitLightingMaintenance.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_ExitLightingMaintenance.xls)

Form: Fire Safety for Buildings Under Construction
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.doc)

Form: Lifeguard-Pool Observation Report
Microsoft Excel File: (Form_LifeguardPoolReport.xls) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_LifeguardPoolObservation.pdf)

Form: Locker Room Monitoring Sheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_LockerRoom.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_LockerRoom.xls)

Form: Mileage Reimbursement
Adobe PDF file: (Form_MileageReimbursement.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_MileageReimbursement.xls)

Form: New Program Evaluation
Adobe PDF file: (Form_NewProgramEvaluation.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_NewProgramEvaluation.xls)

Form: Notice of Automobile Loss
Adobe PDF file: (Form_NoticeofAutoLoss.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_AutoLossNotice.xls)

Form: Notice of Liability Loss / Incident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_IncidentReport-.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_IncidentReport.xls)

Form: Notice of Property Loss
Adobe PDF file: (Form_PropertyLoss.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_PropertyLoss.xls)

Form: Risk Assessment Sheet
Adobe PDF file: (Form_RiskAssessmentSheet.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_RiskAssessmentSheet.xls)

Form: Self-Audit - Abuse Prevention
Microsoft WORD file: (FormAbusePreventSelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (AbusePreventSelfAuditForm.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Aquatic Safety
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_AquaticSafetySelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Collaborative Agreements
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_CollaborationsSelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_CollaborationsSelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Self-Audit - Transportation Safety
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_TransportSafetySelfAudit.pdf)

Form: Telephone Reference
Microsoft WORD file: (Form_TelephoneReference.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Form_TelephoneReference.pdf)

Form: Vehicle Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_VehicleInspection.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_VehicleInspection.xls)

Form: Wildfire Risk and Hazard Assessment Checklist
Adobe PDF file: (Form_WildfireRiskAssessment.pdf)

Form: YMCA of the USA's Child Abuse Prevention CODE OF CONDUCT
Adobe PDF file: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Form_YMCACodeofConduct.doc)

Lessons in the News: Court to Review Waiver Forms

Waiver: Backyard Swim Instruction Agreement
Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_BackyardSwimAgreement.doc) | Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_BackyardSwimAgreement.pdf)

Waiver: Climbing Wall Release
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_ClimbingWallRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ClimbingWallRelease.doc)


Waiver: Fitness and Exercise Orientation Release from Indemnity
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.doc)

Waiver: General Release from Liability
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_GeneralRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_GeneralRelease.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_GeneralRelease_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_GeneralRelease_sp.doc)

Waiver: Skate Park Hold Harmless and Medical Release Form
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.doc)

Waiver: Unsanctioned Aquatic Services
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_AquaticServices.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ AquaticServices.doc)

Waiver: Unsanctioned Child Care
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_ChildCare.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ChildCare.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_ChildCare_sp.doc)

Waiver: Use of Facilities Agreement
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_FacilitiesUseAgreement.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_FacilityUseAgreement.doc)

Waiver: Vendor Agreement
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_VendorAgreement.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_VendorAgreement.doc)


GENERAL SAFETY
  Abuse Alert: 2005-02

Form: A Coach - Parent - Participant Code of Conduct (Pamphlet)
Customizable Microsoft WORD file: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.dot) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.pdf)

Form: Equipment Maintenance & Inspection
Adobe PDF file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.pdf) | Microsoft WORD file: (Form_EquipmentChecklist.doc)

Form: Exit & Emergency Lighting Maintenance
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ExitLightingMaintenance.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_ExitLightingMaintenance.xls)

Form: Fire Safety for Buildings Under Construction
Adobe PDF file: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Form_ConstructionFireSafety.doc)

Form: Wildfire Risk and Hazard Assessment Checklist
Adobe PDF file: (Form_WildfireRiskAssessment.pdf)

Lessons in the News: Secondary Drowning
Lessons in the News: $1.5M award overturned in player suit against coach
Lessons in the News: Camera Cell Phone Ban in U.K.
Lessons in the News: Heelys
Lessons in the News: Man arrested for taking photos of boy at local YMCA
Lessons in the News: New Jersey Sports Coaches Learn the Cost of Verbally Harassing Players
Lessons in the News: Study: Defibrillator plans can fail in a heartbeat
Lessons in the News: Tenants & Facility Users
Lessons in the News: Two die in [name] YMCA shootings
Lessons in the News: Wildfires: Outlook points to active fire
Lessons in the News: YMCA fined for waterfront safety violations
Lessons in the News: YMCA fire teaches alarming lesson

RMA: AEDs and Emergency Oxygen in Aquatic Environments
RMA: Antibiotic Resistant Staph (MRSA)
RMA: Appropriate Spa and Sauna Use
RMA: Aquatic Biohazard Management
RMA: Brown Water Protection
RMA: Collaborative Partners and Emergency Action Plans
RMA: Cost of Risk
Cryptosporidium and spray parks
RMA: Dam Safety
RMA: Do Not Resuscitate Orders
RMA: Emergency Oxygen Administration
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA:Exit and Emergency Lighting
RMA: Facility Egress
RMA: Facility Inspections and Record Keeping
RMA: Fitness Equipment Safety & Maintenance
RMA: Injury from Falling Lockers
RMA: Injury Intervention Protocols
RMA: Internet Personal Pages
RMA: Life Safety Issues
RMA: Member's Code of Conduct
RMA: Overnight Programming
RMA: Preventing Dryer Fires
RMA: Preventing Sauna Fires
RMA: Proper Container Labeling
RMA: Proper Field Trip Procedures
RMA: Protecting Children's Fingers from Door Injuries (revised)
RMA: Reducing Embezzlement Opportunities
RMA: Reducing Locker Room Theft
RMA: Safety on Ice
RMA: Saving Knocked-out Teeth
RMA: SCAs, CPR & AEDs
RMA: School-aged Care at Off-site Locations
RMA: Security...identification and access
RMA: Treadmill Safety
RMA: Use of Facilities by Outside Groups
RMA: What is an RMA?
Wildfires: Property Exposures
RMA: Winter Protection against Pipe Freeze-Ups
RMA: Youth Sports - Parents' Code of Conduct

RMT: American Heart Association Adopts New Lay Person CPR Guidelines
RMT: American Heart Association & American Red Cross Co-Sponsor New Guidelines for First Aid
RMT: Climbing Programs and Belay Practices
RMT: Exercise Ball Safety
RMT: YMCA Blog and Personal Webpage Guidelines
RMT: Y-USA's 2006 National Camping Conference Call
RMT: Cryptosporidium and recreational water facilities
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - an overview
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - civil disobedience
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - earthquake
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - evacuation procedures
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - fire
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - medical emergency
RMT: Emergency Action Plans - severe weather
RMT: Lightning Safety
RMT: Maintaining A Safe Office Environment
RMT: Preventing Heat Illness
RMT: Soccer Goal Safety
RMT: Using Video Technology
RMT: Wildfire Prevention Standards
RMT: Wildfire Protection: Barricade Gel
RMT: YMCA Facility Self-Inspection

PLAYGROUND / SPORTS
  Abuse Alert: 2005-02

Form: A Coach - Parent - Participant Code of Conduct (Pamphlet)
Customizable Microsoft WORD file: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.dot) | Adobe PDF file for viewing: (Form_SportCodeofConduct_Template.pdf)

Form: Notice of Liability Loss / Incident Report
Adobe PDF file: (Form_IncidentReport-.pdf) | Microsoft Excel File: (Form_IncidentReport.xls)

Lessons in the News: Another Reason for CPR and AEDs in Youth Sports
Lessons in the News: Heelys
Lessons in the News: New Jersey Sports Coaches Learn the Cost of Verbally Harassing Players
Lessons in the News: Off-site Programming

RMA: Challenge Course Inspection
RMA: Cost of Risk
RMA: Evacuation Drills
RMA: Playground Netting
RMA: Playground Safety
RMA: Preventing Playground Injuries
RMA: Safety on Ice
RMA: Saving Knocked-out Teeth
RMA: Sledding Safety
RMA: Soccer Goal Safety
RMA: Treadmill Safety
RMA: Weight & Fitness Room Safety
RMA: Volunteer Management in Youth Sports Programs
RMA: Youth Sports - Parents' Code of Conduct
RMA: Zip-line Slides

RMT: Common Dental Emergencies
RMT: Climbing Programs and Belay Practices
RMT: Holiday Vacation Camp
RMT: In-Line Skating Safety Guidelines
RMT: Lightning Safety
RMT: Playground Safety Guidelines
RMT: Preventing Heat Illness
RMT: Roller Hockey Safety Guidelines
RMT: Soccer Goal Safety
RMT: Zip-line Slides

Waiver: Climbing Wall Release
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_ClimbingWallRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_ClimbingWallRelease.doc)


Waiver: Fitness and Exercise Orientation Release from Indemnity
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_FitnessRelease.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_FitnessRelease_sp.doc)

Waiver: Skate Park Hold Harmless and Medical Release Form
Adobe PDF file: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.pdf) | Microsoft WORD File: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless.doc)
PDF VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.pdf) | WORD VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: (Waiver_SkateParkHoldHarmless_sp.doc)


WORKERS' COMPENSATION
  RMT: Maintaining A Safe Office Environment