First-Aid
What is the first step in controlling bleeding?
Apply direct pressure with sanitary gauze pad.
What is one reason why we do not allow horseplay in the pool?
could lead to drowning, could injure someone
What is a sign of a weak swimmer?
What is a sign of a weak swimmer?hanging on the wall, popping their heads, not able to perform an effect stroke, standing upwards.
What should you do if a patron breaks a rule three times?(3)
Bench them, write a report, get the manager involved
How long can your swim break be?
5 minutes
What is the purpose of an AED?
To deliver an electric shock to restart the heart.
What is the maximum age allowed in the baby pool?
6 years old.
When the primary guard blows the whistle three times and enters the water, what is the secondary guard to do first?
Clear the pool
What do you do if you see a patron breaking a pool rule?
Blow whistle if needed and a verbal warning of what they are doing wrong.
What is the minimum age for a caregiver?
15 years old
What should you do if someone is choking and cannot speak or cough?
Preform the Heimlich maneuver.
During the thunder delay where are patrons not allowed to be?(2)
In the water, on the pool deck
What is supposed to be in your pack?(6)
CPR mask, gloves, band aid, gauze, alcohol wipes, whistle.
What should you do if a patron breaks a rule the second time?
Blow the whistle, call them to come to your stand and explain what they did wrong and warn them if they do it again they will be benched.
What is a good chlorine range for the pool?
2ppm-6ppm
What should you do if someone is unresponsive and not breathing?
Call EMS and start CPR
Who is allowed in the facility for free?
Children 3 and under, someone not wearing swim attire.
If there is a suspected spinal in shallow water how should you enter the water?
Slide in
What is one thing that could cause you to get written up?
no call no show to a shift,
When taking out trash where are the four locations of trash you are responsible for?
Outside, bathroom, office, clubhouse
What should you do if someone is breathing and has a pulse but is unresponsive?(3)
Call EMS, put them in recovery position, and monitor breathing and pulse.
What is the maximum visits a guest can have before a membership is required?
5 visits
What does the abbreviation F.A.S.T. stand for when looking for sign of a stroke.
Face, Arms, Speech, Time
How many minor infractions are equal to one major infraction?
Three minor infractions
How many patrons have to be in the pool to go to three guards?
60 people