Expert Opinions On Safety Technology In Pools

“This underwater video camera lifeguarding system from Swimguard is likely to become an industry standard and, in my opinion, it should become the rule rather than the exception in any pool environment”.

Phil Collins, President, Institute of Sports & Recreational Management 1995 – 1996, UK

“Like it or not, technology is upon us and it is here to stay. In most instances that’s good
news. When it comes to lifeguarding, that’s great news”.

Tom Griffiths, Director of Aquatics and Safety Officer, Penn State University, USA

“In my opinion, Swimguard represents the most exciting and innovative product to come into the US pool market in the last 20 years. It greatly assists lifeguards and aquatic managers to provide the most safe and secure facility. The Swimguard systems will provide enhanced views of the pool, elevate lifeguard vigilance and stabilize risk management. In many cases Swimguard will reduce the number of lifeguards required and provide a significant short term payback. With the additional benefits of swimmer training by video analysis, lifeguard observation and patron compliance, we believe that Swimguard will quickly be specified by designers and pool owners. I am very excited to be involved with Swimguard and know that the entire aquatics industry will benefit from the features of this revolutionary product”.

Barry Gertz, President, Neptune-Benson Inc, USA

“Products of this price range are not purchased on a sales pitch to a customer – they need a budget consideration that can take up to a year. The commercial pool business is a game of patience. With more promotion and time, I assure you every major pool will have some sort of underwater surveillance system”.

Terry O’Neill, Owner/Swimguard Regional Distributor, If It’s Water, Downington, PA, USA

“There could be a considerable demand for appropriate safety technology in both new and
existing pool markets in the US. A suitably priced, reliable and user friendly system would be of interest to pool designers, operators and owners. As the designer of the UK’s new aquatic facility at Alton Towers, Water Technology has seen first hand the important part that Swimguard can play in providing improved levels of safety for the users of the pool”.
Chuck Neuman, President, Water Technology Inc, USA