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NYS Bathing Facilities Supervision Level III Aquatic Staff Certification Required for Instructional Activities (Not applicable to Children’s Camps) Fact Sheet – May 2020 (Go to www.health.ny.gov to view most current certification list) The New York State Sanitary Code (SSC) requires Supervision Level III staff to possess aquatic injury prevention and emergency response certification when assisting required lifeguards (Supervision Level IIa) during instructional activities, in accordance with Section 6-1.23(a)(6) of Subpart 6-1 of the SSC. Instructional activities include, but are not limited to, learn-to-swim programs, physical education classes and swim team practices. One Supervision Level III staff must be provided for each required lifeguard engaged in instructional activities. Accepted Courses (Certifications are valid for the time period specified by the provider, but may not exceed three years from the date of course completion.) Provider Certification Title American Red Cross (ARC) − Lifeguard Management (LGM) is only offered online. In-person testing is required and obtained through ARC Lifeguarding Instructors that are ARC Authorized Providers. − Certification expiration date is based on the LGM certificate, not the in-person testing certificate date. Certifications without an expiration date are not valid. ➢ Lifeguard Management – certifications must be accompanied by a separate certification indicating in-person testing session. East Aurora Union Free School District ➢ East Aurora Union Free School District Level Three Aquatic Supervisor Course Buffalo Public Schools ➢ Second Set of Eyes In addition to the training, Level III Aquatic Supervisory staff must: • Be a minimum of 18 years; • Possess a current American Red Cross Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification, not to exceed one year; • Possess competencies as specified in Section 6-1.31(c)(1)(iii) of the SSC.