‘PARTNERING WITH THE NDPA’
Jump Into Water Safety: Join the NDPA Commitment to Safer Waters Seal Program By The NDPA
As a dedicated pool and spa service professional, you are on the front lines of water safety every day. You ensure the cleanliness, functionality, and longevity of aquatic environments, contributing significantly to the enjoyment and safety of your clients. Now, there's a powerful way to publicly demonstrate your commitment to water safety and distinguish your business as a leader in creating safer waters: The National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) Commitment to Safer Waters Program.
What is the Commitment to Safer Waters Program?
This unique program identifies and recognizes companies and organizations like yours that share a vital mission: Preventing drowning and promoting water safety. By joining, you're not just aligning with a cause; you're actively showcasing your dedication to a culture of safety, both within your operations and to your customers and clients.
The Program Seal serves as a clear message to consumers and stakeholders: When they interact with your company, they're engaging with a business that prioritizes water safety awareness, education, and related services. While not an official endorsement, it's a powerful statement that the NDPA acknowledges your active commitment to saving lives and preventing water related tragedies.
Why Should Pool and Spa Service Professionals Join?
Your role is crucial in the 'Layers of Protection' against drowning. By ensuring proper maintenance, identifying potential hazards, and educating your clients, you contribute directly to safer aquatic environments and safer backyards. The NDPA Commitment to Safer Waters Program provides a framework to formalize and highlight these efforts.
Program Criteria: A Culture of Safety To qualify for the Seal, your company demonstrates an active commitment to water safety through:
• Supporting and promoting water safety to your employees and/or customers. This could include sharing NDPA resources, offering safety tips, or encouraging responsible pool use.
• If you also manufacture or sell products, ensuring all your products meet industry safety standards.
• Be willing to offer a discount to NDPA members, fostering a broader community of water safety advocates.
Levels of Benefits
The program offers three levels of contribution, each providing increasingly significant benefits.
Silver Level (Annual $5,000 contribution):
• Complimentary NDPA Membership (up to $500 value).
• Recognition as a trusted industry leader in drowning prevention and water safety.
• Logo placement on the NDPA website on the Commitment to Safer Waters Program Page.
• NDPA Newsletter mention recognizing your achievement.
• Limited use of the seal on your website and social media.
Gold Level (Annual $10,000 contribution):
• All Silver Level benefits.
• Employee-based training and education session.
• Excl u s ive blog feature highlighting your company’s leadership and contributions.
• Dedicated social media promotion across NDPA’s platforms.
• Limited use of the Seal on your website and social media.
Platinum Level (Annual $20,000 contribution):
• All Silver and Gold Level benefits.
• Exclusivity within your industry category (e.g., 'Pool Service and Maintenance Providers').
• Unlimited use of the seal, including on product packaging (if applicable).
• Your logo on all 'Program' promotional materials. • Dedicated email spotlight sent to 12,000+ subscribers.
• Sponsor listing with logo on the NDPA website homepage.
• Featured article in the NDPA Newsletter (12,000+ readers).
• Showcased presence in the NDPA booth at the International Aquatics & Water Safety Conference.
• Priority renewal rights with annual first right of refusal.
• Inclusion in press releases announcing Seal of Approval recipients.
Joining is Simple
The application process is straightforward: 1. Apply online at www.ndpa.org and undergo an NDPA review.
2. If you manufacture or sell products, ensure they are tested and approved under national standards.
3. Commit to actively promote and share water safety information with your employees and customers.
Once approved, you'll receive a welcome packet with your seal, certificate, and instructions for use. The annual contribution allows you to leverage the benefits for a full year, with annual renewal options.
Become a Recognized Leader in Water Safety
By joining, you're not just adding the NDPA Commitment to Safer Waters Seal to your marketing materials; you're demonstrating a profound dedication to protecting lives. You're also showing your clients, your community, and your industry that you are a trusted partner in the vital work of drowning prevention.
Ready to make a splash for water safety? Learn more and apply today at www.ndpa.org to become a part of this crucial initiative.
