Hersheypark recognized for top aquatic standards

By | March 20, 2012

Pennsylvania’s Hersheypark has been awarded the prestigious “Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award” given by Jeff Ellis & Associates (E&A), the world-wide leader in aquatic safety. Earning this award demonstrates the aquatic facilities at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark consistently exceed industry standards in risk management and epitomize aquatic safety excellence.

The Platinum Award recognizes performance in the top ten percent of aquatic facilities.

“The entire staff of The Boardwalk embodies the idea of setting the standard in aquatic safety. Guests of The Boardwalk are afforded the highest degree of protection currently available for the aquatic industry,” said Richard A. Carroll, E&A senior vice president and chief operating officer.

Hersheypark Director of Ride Operations Laura Woodburn speaks for the full-time staff when she says “We are thrilled and humbled to be part of the prestigious Platinum award-winning group. E&A has over 400 clients and we are in elite company with some very large amusement corporations. Thank you to each and every member of the Boardwalk Team who made our program a success!”