EW #820 is a professional Aquatics Safety & Water Rescue Consultant and is the author of the Lifeguard Competition Guidebook; the Professional Aquatics Safety Seminar Guidebook; the Water Rescue Training Programs Course Guidebook; the Ice Rescue Training Programs Guidebook; and CPR for Infants and Children (published by the Child Welfare League of America). Hehas an extensive background in Aquatics Safety , Water Rescue, and EMS. He has written numerous articles, several textbooks, and has consulted in numerous drowning and aquatic injury litigation cases as both a Plaintiff and Defense Expert Witness. Heis a graduate from the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut, and has experience as a professional and Volunteer Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician, and has worked and consulted for the American Red Cross as a Health and Safety Services Professional. As a frequent guest speaker and trainer in the Aquatics Recreation and Fire and Rescue fields, EW #820 is considered an expert and qualified educator throughout the country.

Expert Witness Services: Drowning and Aquatic Injury Litigation

Hisarea of expertise is in Aquatics Safety and Water Rescue. As an expert witness,Heevaluates the Standard of Care as it pertains to Incident Prevention, Victim Recognition, and Emergency Management and provides accident reconstruction, depositions, written reports, and courtroom testimony.

Aquatic Facility Safety Audits:

Aquatic Facility Safety Audits are conducted for aquatic recreation agencies and facilities. They are designed to identify risks and hazards, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness, training, and preparedness of lifeguard and supervisory personnel. Audits are usually unannounced and are followed up with a complete written evaluation including recommendations for improvement.

Film, Video and Text Development and Production:

EW #820 provides technical assistance in the development and production of educational and training materials including films, videotapes, textbooks, and products relating to Aquatic Safety, Water Rescue, EMS, and Technical Rescue

Specialties:

Aquatic Safety / Swimming Pools
Aquatic Accidents
Water Rescue