The American Red Cross, the United States Lifesaving Association, and the YMCA of the USA are pleased to announce that the comprehensive, evidence-based review and report of the United States Lifeguard Standards Coalition has been released.

We recognize that this has been a long time coming, having surmounted a variety of challenges, and appreciate the patience of all who contributed, as well as those who have been awaiting this report.

We hope you will find the outcomes valuable and that they will contribute to an enhancement in the world water safety.

We thank, in particular, the many contributing volunteers and supporting organizations, and the National Swimming Pool Foundation for its generous financial support.

For a copy of the report, please visit: http://lifeguardstandards.org/index.php?pg=final_report