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Winter Leisure Lines

Essential Information For The Alberta Recreation Professional Winter Leisure Lines Leisure Lines is a quarterly magazine that contains insights into the Alberta recreation industry, essential information for recreation operators, the latest technologies, and innovations. All current members with a valid email address on file at the RFP Office will be notified by email when the publication is available. If you are interested in receiving updates, please email us. This issue talks about the essential role of recovery spaces in modern fitness, environmentally friendly ice removal, winter facility maintenance and MORE! Take advantage of this free resource full of great articles that are relevant to all recreation operators at all levels of

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Fall Leisure Lines

Relevant Information For The Alberta Recreation Operator Fall News & Information Leisure Lines is a quarterly magazine that contains insights into the Alberta recreation industry, essential information for recreation operators, the latest technologies, and innovations. All current members with a valid email address on file at the RFP Office will be notified by email when the publication is available. If you are interested in receiving updates, please email us.  This issue talks about the Expansion Joints, Preparing for the Ice Making Process, Seasonal HVAC Maintenance, Turf Warranty and MORE! Take advantage of this free resource full of great articles that are relevant for all recreation operators at all level of experience. 

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Summer Leisure Lines

Relevant Information For The Alberta Recreation Operator Summer News & Information Leisure Lines is a quarterly magazine that contains insights into the Alberta recreation industry, essential information for recreation operators, the latest technologies, and innovations. All current members with a valid email address on file at the RFP Office will be notified by email when the publication is available. If you are interested in receiving updates, please email us.  This June issue talks about the Summer Maintenance in Arenas, drought strategies, Conference Re-cap, key advise for the outdoor pool season, and more! Take advantage of this free resource full of great articles and applicable information that is relevant for all recreation operators

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2024 AARFP Conference Recap

Reflecting on the 45th AARFP Conference & Trade Show Although the 45th AARFP Conference and Trade Show has ended, it has left participants inspired and ready to utilize what they have learned in their respective fields. Throughout Conference, we witnessed the power of recreation in uniting people, transcending generational and cultural barriers, and strengthening our communities. This gathering has served as a testament to the immense value of recreation, highlighting the role it plays in bridging the differences between people, generations, cultures, and communities. On behalf of the AARFP Board and staff, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants, delegates, associates, volunteers, AAAP, the hotel and their staff, the

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Spring Leisure Lines

Looking for Information on Alberta Recreation Operations? Look no further. Leisure Lines has it all. Leisure Lines is a quarterly magazine that contains insights into the Alberta recreation industry, essential information for recreation operators, the latest technologies, and innovations. This issue focuses on the coming Spring and what a recreation operator needs to keep in mind. All current members with a valid email address on file at the RFP Office will be notified by email when the publication is available. If you are interested in receiving updates, please email us. This issue contains: Learning about your Leadership Style Creating an Emergency Response Plan for YOUR Arena The Essentials for Preparing for Summer

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Aquatics Health & Safety Awareness Campaign

https://youtu.be/3zQbzRBucFk Aquatics Health & Safety Awareness Campaign AMHSA’s Aquatics Health & Safety Awareness campaign is designed to raise awareness of slips, trips, and falls for those working in and around pools. Funding for the campaign comes from a 2022 creative sentencing agreement to prevent further injuries in aquatic facilities. Visit the AMHSA website for resources developed for workers, supervisors, contractors, certified operators, and safety committees. Resources include safety talks, posters, and information on identifying and preventing slips trips and falls WATCH – Webinar 1: Identifying slip, trip, and fall hazards WATCH – Webinar 2: Types of fall protection, including guardrails WATCH – Webinar 3: Fall protection plan and systems implementation A big

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Ammonia Safety Day 2024

Ammonia Safety Days Learn about ammonia safety, network with experts, and gain valuable insights through engaging presentations and interactive workshops. With the following great topics: Physiological effects of ammonia on the body Chemical and physical properties of ammonia Integrating Industrial response with public safety command Value of prevention, protection, and preparedness Evacuation, decontamination, and medical care Lessons learned from accidents and emergency events And more! With sessions all over Alberta, check them out: April 9th – Tuesday – Lethbridge April 10th – Wednesday – Medicine Hat April 11th – Thursday – Calgary April 12th – Friday – Red Deer April 15th – Monday – Lloydminster April 16th – Tuesday –

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Winter LL 2023

Read Up To Date Information Regarding Alberta Recreation Operations Leisure Lines is a quarterly newsletter/magazine that contains insights into the Alberta recreation industry, essential information for recreation operators, the latest technologies, and innovations in the recreation industry as well as the trends or insights operators, directors, managers and all personnel in the recreation field need to keep on top of.  All current members with a valid email address on file at the RFP Office will be notified by email when the publication is available. If you are interested in receiving updates please email us. This issue contains: Instructions on how to build natural ice What you should consider with entrance flooring

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