Managing Risk
Where Life Happens.
Scenario-specific safety planning and certified training for golf courses, country clubs, hotels, camps, schools, places of worship — wherever people gather, we help you protect them.
Every Space Has Its Own Risks
Cookie-cutter safety plans don't work. We design safety assessments and training scenarios built specifically for your environment — because a golf course emergency is nothing like a school lockdown.
Our Pillars of Protection
From developing your safety plan to training your staff to respond — we cover the full spectrum of risk management.
Safety Planning & Compliance
We develop and review General Safety Plans, Emergency Response Procedures, and ensure your facility meets WSIB, Public Health, and sector-specific standards.
- General Safety Plan development & review
- Emergency Response Planning
- WSIB & Public Health compliance
- Safety documentation & templates
Health & Safety Assessments
On-site audits and risk assessments tailored to your environment — from aquatic facilities to religious institutions and recreational spaces.
- Facility safety audits
- Risk assessments for your specific environment
- Policy & procedure evaluations
- Pre-season inspections
Training & Education
WSIB-approved First Aid, CPR, and AED certification — plus custom scenario-based drills and workshops designed for your specific venue and staff.
- Certified First Aid, CPR & AED courses
- Custom 1-hour scenario workshops
- 1–2 day Standard First Aid programs
- Staff onboarding & refresher sessions
Essential First Aid + CPR + AED Skills Course
The essentials you and your team need to manage common emergencies.
- 3 hours
- Effective CPR techniques
- Choking procedures
- Anaphylaxis + asthma
- Scene assessment + treat for shock and call for help
Aquatics & Facility Management
Specialized aquatic safety expertise — pool operations, lifeguard supervision, swim program standards, and facility hazard evaluation.
- Pool operations & safety audits
- Lifeguard supervision assessments
- Swim program standards & policy
- Facility flow & hazard evaluation
Camp Safety — Day & Overnight Programs
Camps operate in unique conditions — remote or semi-remote locations, high ratios of children to staff, waterfront and wilderness activities, and the regulatory oversight of Ontario's Health Protection and Promotion Act. Eric has spent decades as a camp director and OCA standards leader, making LifeSquad one of the most qualified consultancies in Canada for camp-specific safety planning and training.
- General Safety Plans aligned to Ontario Health Protection & Promotion Act
- Waterfront safety protocols and lifeguard supervision standards
- Staff first aid & emergency response training tailored to camp environments
- Pre-season inspections and operational readiness reviews
- Crisis response planning for remote and wilderness settings
- OCA standards alignment and compliance support
Eric 'Shendy'
Shendelman
Eric brings over 30 years of hands-on expertise in aquatics, first aid, and safety management to every engagement. A certified Lifesaving Society Instructor/Trainer, Lifeguard Examiner/Trainer, and Safety Inspector, he has helped camps, schools, golf clubs, and community organizations build the programs that protect lives.
A former school teacher with the York Region District School Board and past president of the Ontario Camps Association, Eric understands how institutions work — and how to build safety cultures that staff actually follow. He is also the founder of the No Push Movement, a globally growing injury and drowning prevention initiative.
Real Scenarios.
Your Environment.
We don't run generic drills. Every training scenario is built around your actual space, your actual staff, and the real emergencies your venue is most likely to face. Your team leaves knowing exactly what to do — not just in theory, but in practice.
Design Your TrainingTraining People Actually Remember
Certification is the paperwork. Confidence is the point — here's what teams say after training with Eric.
Eric was an outstanding CPR instructor. He was professional, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humour that kept our entire team engaged throughout the course. His explanations were thorough, and he made sure everyone fully understood the material before moving on. Having him come to our clinic made the experience even more convenient. We would highly recommend Eric to anyone looking for an informative, engaging, and enjoyable CPR certification or recertification course!
Thank you for presenting the Essential First Aid / CPR Workshop — it was truly an eye-opener. The training was practical, engaging, and gave me real confidence in knowing what to do in an emergency. I'd absolutely come back for a refresher course, and I'd recommend this workshop to anyone who wants to feel prepared rather than caught off guard. G-d forbid we would ever need to use these skills, but it's a huge comfort knowing that if the moment ever came, we'd know exactly what to do. Thank you again for such a valuable session.
LifeSquad provided an outstanding training experience for our team at Bialik Hebrew Day School. Eric was engaging, knowledgeable and incredibly effective at taking important first aid and emergency response concepts and turning them into practical, hands-on learning. The session was extremely well planned and struck exactly the right balance between instruction and active practice. Our team was engaged throughout, had the opportunity to work through realistic scenarios, and left feeling more confident and prepared to respond in an emergency. The feedback from our staff was excellent. Eric also took the time to understand our school, our existing protocols and the specific role of our Emergency First Aid Response Team, which allowed him to tailor the training to our needs rather than deliver a generic session. I would highly recommend Eric and LifeSquad to any school or organization looking for high-quality, practical and engaging first aid and emergency response training.
Recommended Products & Technology
LifeSquad partners with and recommends best-in-class equipment and technology that we use and stand behind — tools that make the difference when seconds count or operations need to be managed smarter.
ZOLL AED — Defibrillators You Can Count On
Eric's own AED supply company, specializing in ZOLL AED units — the defibrillator that provides real-time CPR feedback to responders. Trusted by camps, clubs, and community organizations across Ontario.
LifeVac — Emergency Choking Relief
LifeVac is a non-powered, single-patient portable suction apparatus designed to clear an upper airway obstruction when standard choking protocols have failed. Backup option only — never intended to replace established choking protocols like abdominal thrusts. Watch How-To Videos
Safety Management for Outdoor Venues
Venvi0 is a digital safety management platform built specifically for outdoor venues — golf courses, camps, parks, and more. Manage safety plans, incident reporting, staff checklists, and compliance documentation all in one place.
Want to Know Which Tools Are Right for Your Venue?
Every space is different. Book a consultation and Eric will walk you through what equipment and technology actually makes sense for your risk profile — no upselling, just honest guidance.
Ready to Protect
Your People?
Whether you need a full safety plan, staff training, or a facility audit — let's talk about what your space needs. Every consultation starts with a conversation.