Pool Operations
Swim Lessons
Facility Schedules
Wildcard
100

How many bags of bi-carb generally go into the competition pool at close?

3

100

In what Preschool or Swimmer levels is it acceptable for an instructor to teach from the deck?

None of them.
100

How many lanes are available during a community swim?

0

100

How many "Bens" are working at the UBC Aquatic Centre?

4

200

How many guards is considered fully staffed for 4 tanks being open to public?

5

200

What are two things an instructor must have with them in the water?

Buoyant Aid & Whistle

200

If Varsity/HPC approach you with concerns, who do you direct them to?

Christine

200

Where is the best place for Rescue Randy to dry out?

Basement Pump room. 

300

Where is the hot tub reset button?

Basement Pump Room

300

What are at least three Water Safety Activities done during Water Safety Week?

Ice Safety

Boat Safety

PFD/Lifejacket Safety

HELP position

300

When should the rope swing be open?

Anytime there is a community swim

300

The front desk is alone and needs coverage for a washroom break - what do you do?

Support the front desk. 

400

pH should be kept between these two levels in order to keep a pool tank open.

7.2-7.8

400

A child is in a Narwhal class but turning 6 years old. What level should they move to in Swimmer?

Swimmer 3

400

A length swim starts in North Comp at 11:00am. When should a guard be on deck watching the tank?

Roughly 3-5 minutes before.
400

List 4 ways that the Aquatic Centre is welcome and accessible to marginalized populations.

Accessibility Ramp/Lifts

Hot Tub Lift

Universal Changing Room

Water Wheelchairs

Trans-Welcome Swims

500

Where should Service Dogs be leashed in the natatorium?

South or North D-rings on the edge of the competition pool walls. 

500

What Swimmer level is vertical whip-kick introduced?

Swimmer 2

500

When should Steam/Sauna be closed to public?

During Changeovers.

When HPC/Varsity have exclusive access to the competition pool.

500

From the earlier slides, what are at least 3 of the 5 tips for handling customer complaints?

Listen actively

Stay Calm & professional

Acknowledge the complaint

Offer a solution

Escalate