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50 R INK MAGAZ INE may/june 2009 STARrinks.com collision. The individual that will be wearing the helmet should be present when purchasing a helmet so that it can be tested for good fit. DO: • Wear helmet low in front to protect forehead. • Fasten buckle and check strap adjustment often. • Replace your helmet immediately if it shows any visible signs of damage. • Clean helmet with mild soap/water only. • Store helmet in a cool dry place. DON'T: • Wear anything under your helmet. • Attach anything to your helmet. • Wear a helmet that does not fit or cannot be adjusted properly. • Leave a helmet in direct sunlight or in a car on a sunny day. Which helmets work for ice skating? A hockey, skateboard or ski helmet (multi-sport) will be suitable during beginning ice skating lessons. These helmets are designed to withstand more than one moderate impact, but protection is provided for only a limited number of impacts. They should be replaced if visibly damaged. Consult the manufacturer's instructions for guidance on when the helmet should be replaced. Other notes There should never be unsupervised activities on the ice! Either a coach/instructor or a responsible adult must supervise all skating activities. When offering "Bring a Friend Day" or "Family Skate" during Basic Skills- sponsored ice time, participants not registered as a member should sign a waiver before they are allowed to skate. Sample waivers can be found at http://www.usfigureskating.org/Clubs.asp ?id=238. To read more about U.S. Figure Skating's risk management information, please go to www.usfigureskating.org and click Clubs. ★ Susi Wehrli is the senior director of membership at U.S. Figure Skating. show me the money! ■ Showcasing an idea or program that can save ice facilities money. SOFTWARE THAT KEEPS YOUR RINK IN CHECK • Point-of-Sale Check-in/Admissions/Registration, Retail/Proshop with Inventory Control, Concessions, Time Clock • Scheduling Parties, Leagues, Surfaces, Employees • Customer & Membership Management • Programs Enrollments, Rosters, Passes • Overhead TV Display Surfaces, Parties • Integrated Web Online Sales, Facility Schedules, Reservations, Enrollments 489 Devon Park Drive, Suite 310, Wayne, PA 19087 • 610.225.0580 • www.frontline-solutions.com INTEGRATED SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS FrontLine Solutions' Rink Management Software (RMS) was developed specifically for ice rinks. Our fully integrated modular architecture allows you to choose only those software products that are applicable to your facility. Find out why over 250 facilities use FrontLine Solutions. one s y s t e m. o n e s o lu t i o n . S O F T W A R E M O D U L E S :

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