Scanning and Surveillance
What are lifeguards scanning for while on duty?
What are dangerous activities and potential hazards
what should guards wait for before moving during a bump
what should a gaurd do upon identifying fecal matter
calmly clear the pool
what should you do if a pateron is bleeding
dont let them back in the pool
what is a sudden illness
A condition that occurs without warning and needs immediate attention
What body movement should a guard use while scanning?
What is eye and head movment
True of false: its okay to look away from your zone while switiching
False
what is the procedure for formed stool
romove solids, brush recedue, test chlorinen close per pool guidelines
how should blood on deck be cleaned
glove up, use absobent, spray disinfectant, and restric the area
Name one example of a sudden illness.
Fainting, stroke, seizures, diabetic emergency, etc.
What posture should a life guard maintain while scanning
What is an active posture
What is a lazy bump
failing to maintain active scanning while approaching
How long should the pool be closed after solid stool if chlorine is above 3
20 minutes or more
if thers vomit in the pool, how long should it be closed
30 minutes or more
What skin change may indicate sudden illness?
Pale or flushed skin.
What areas of the pool must always be included in your scan
what is underwated and on deck
Name one potential escelation from poor bumping practice.
Unsafe jumps, nodding off, distracions ETC
what is the closure time after a diharea incident
18 to 24 hours
whats the first step after spotting vomint on deck
clear the area
What should you do if a person has difficulty speaking or breathing?
Recognize as a sign of sudden illness and respond appropriately.
what chapter in the red cross manual covers scanning
what should never happen when a guard is leaving a stand
what is leaving before their zone is coverd
what should be done with tools used to clean fecal matter
leave them in the water
what bag should cleaning material be desposed in
A new plastic bag or garbage bag.
What should you suspect if someone experiences numbness in limbs or face?
Possible stroke.