Policies & Expectations
Logo shirt, hip pack, shorts/tight leggings, swimsuit
What is our lifeguard uniform?
Entry to be performed if the zone is busy
What is a slide in entry?
30 - 2
What is the correct compression to breath ratio for an adult victim?
Kickboard, noodle, kick stick
What are pieces of equipment commonly used in lessons?
Romeo and Toulouse
What are the names of Nolan's cats?
Every other Saturday
WHEN ARE TIMESHEETS DUE?
Victim is face down, the lifeguard swims up to them, grabs victim's opposite wrist, swings arm in a J motion under water, slides tube under victim's shoulder
You should ask for this whenever giving care to a child or conscious victim
What is consent?
Something we hand out at the completion of swim lessons
What are report cards?
"Where are my keys?"
"Have you seen my phone?"
What are common things Caylea says everyday?
Alcohol, drugs, tobacco/nicotine products
What are things you should not consume during your shift? (And even preferably not to consumer before your shift!)
1 Long Airhorn/Whistle Blast
What is the signal to clear the pool?
Above the head
Where should you position yourself if you are in charge of opening the airway with a BVM?
Establishing class rules, getting to know students, and testing them with the previous level test out skills?
What is the first lesson of the session?
Dunkin and Scooters
What are Caylea and Nolan's favorite places to get coffee?
Notifying at least 24 hours in advance, or ASAP
How long of notice should you give Caylea/Nolan if you need a shift covered?
Important for any passive or spinal rescue
What is calling for a backboard?
Gloves, Crash bag, AED, BVM
What are pieces of equipment needed in an emergency?
Resources for instructors
What are the Red Cross Learning Center, WSI manuals, Lesson Specialists, Level Charts, Stroke Guides, Songs & Games, and/or Lesson Plans?
Thought a "Deep Water Certification" was a real thing
What is Caylea's embarrassing interview for her first lifeguard position at Iowa City Park's and Recreation?
Safety focused aquatic activities and facilities, Accessible programs & pools, friendly welcoming faces
What are the 3 main focus areas in our aquatics mission?
Preventative measure for ensuring all patrons are safe and how to notice when they are not
What is scanning?
Proper CPR technique
What is fully locked arms, heel of hand lined up with nipple line on victim, proper depth compression, letting the chest fully recoil, and performing CPR on a flat, hard surface?
Something we teach to every level, regardless of age and ability
What is water safety?
Summoner's War