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Registrations open for International Aquatic Safety School-East program in 2023

Registrations open for International Aquatic Safety School-East program in 2023
December 6, 2022

Dubai-based aquatic industry trainers SST have announced that registrations are now open for their International Safety School-East program for 2023.

Regarded as one of the best aquatic safety training events in the sector, SST's International Safety School-East program (IASS-East) 2023 event 'Make a Difference in Aquatic Safety' will run from 27th February to 3rd March 2023 at Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi.

Introducing the program SST, Director of Operations, Ryan Phillips stated "IASS-East is the region’s best week of aquatic safety and risk-management.

"The event will see five full days of interactive sessions, hands-on instruction, educational seminars, and an International Lifeguard Training Program™ (ILTP®) Instructor Course. IASS-East is designed for aquatic professionals of any skill level or experience. Many owner/operators see this as a 'must-attend' annual event for themselves, management and their instructor team. Participants benefit greatly by the interaction with Faculty members and instructors from around the world.

"Candidates should expect a wide range of educational sessions delivered by a host of speakers from around the globe."

SST launched IASS-East in the United Arab Emirates for the first time in 2017, its first appearance outside of the USA.

Since 1983, Ellis & Associates (E&A) has been the leader in aquatic safety and risk management, delivering training and life-saving technologies geared toward accident prevention and accountability. For the past 36 years, its International Aquatic Safety School (IASS), the largest and most comprehensive lifeguard instructor training and risk management conference in the world.

A record number of aquatics professionals from theme and waterparks, recreation centres, swim schools, resorts, destinations, commercial pool management, and educational institutions come together to advance their skills, obtain certifications, and network with peers at all levels.

Phillips added “no other aquatic safety program offers the breadth or depth of subjects covered at E&A’s International Aquatic Safety School.

“Developing confident, high-performing lifeguard trainers, and a continued focus on risk management, supports the aquatic industry’s goal of preventing the loss of life through drowning.”

All students attending the IASS-East program must hold a current dated ILTP® Lifeguard/Lifeguard Instructor License, or a valid ILTP® Lifeguard Course Completion Certificate, and be representing an ILTP® Training Center or Comprehensive Aquatic Risk Management (CARMP™) client to take part in the school.

Based in Dubai, SST are an international company offering globally recognised safety training programs for aquatic venues.

More information on E&A’s products and aquatic risk management services - from blended lifeguard courses and regional training programs to emergency health and safety training and water park development - can be found at jellis.com.

For further information email info@sstworldwide.com.

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