The Professional Lifeguard
3 things that make up an unprofessional Lifeguard
-Leaving lifeguard station while on duty
- Use of phone and other electronic devices while on duty
-Poor posture
-Not in proper uniform
-Not carrying rescue equipment/holding equipment incorrectly
-Use of drugs and/or alcohol
-Negligence
PPE stands for & includes...
Personal Protection Equipment
-Gloves
-Resuscitation Mask (Pocket Mask)
-Gowns
-Safety Goggles
-Sheilds
How long should it take you to properly scan your zone
No more than 10 seconds
Swimmers must past this before swimming in deep water
Swim test: swim 25 yards on front, climb out using the wall, jump in the deep end, tread water 60 seconds, backfloat 10 seconds
How many laps must you swim to past the Lifeguard Test.
12 Laps
Primary responsibility of a Lifeguard
Prevention
What Safety Equipment should always be easily accessible to Lifeguards
-Backboard
-AED
-BVM
-Crash bag
What is Drowning
Death by suffocation in water
Depth of Water appropriate for diving
at least 7 feet
Under _____ minutes must you complete your 300yard swim
14 minutes
A Lifeguard is texting while on duty this Lifeguard is in a position to be _________.
Negligent
5 standard Pool Rules
-No running
-No horseplay/unsafe activity (breath holding contest, chicken, etc.)
-No consumption of drugs or alcohol
-No diving into the main pool
-No floaties in the middle or deep end of the pool
-Life Jackets must vibe Coast Guard approved
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult
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What are 2 types of DROWNING victims? What characteristics tell you the difference?
Active
-tilted head with face up
-Struggling to keep head above surface of water
-Struggles to breathe
-May be calling out for help
-Bobbing head due to struggle to keep body above waterPassive
-Not breathing
-Face up or down in water
-Submerged or floating
-No arm or leg action
What can you do while on duty to avoid injuries
Enforce rules
Stop dangerous behavoiors
Properly scan your zone
Lifeguard test is made up of what components
Timed Swim
Brick Retrival
Treading water
Pratical Skills (on land & water)
Written test (2)
While on duty Lifeguards have on the following
-Uniform
-Tube
-Hip-pack
-Whistle
While on duty, you & your coworkers see lightening and hear thunder.. What do you do?
Confirm with whoever is in charge what you saw
Clear the pool/deck
Inform patrons of the safety precautions
Move to safety
Inform Aquatics of shutdown and include why
Wait 30 minutes from the last sound/sight of thunder/ lightening before reopening
Dangerous behaviors that could affect a swimmer
Breath holding contests
Hyperventilating then swimming long distances under water
Consumption of Drugs or Alcohol
Ways to professionally communicate with the public
Shout don't yell (Lifeguard Voice)
Explain safety reasons for rules
Direct them to a higher person if necessary
Speak calmly
How often do you have to recertify as a lifeguard?
Every 2 years
Who responds during an emergency?
Other YMCA staff who are not monitoring a zone or group (second front desk staff, swim teachers, personal trainers, etc.)
EVERYONE SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE FACILITIES EAP
Difference between a Distressed swimmer and an Active Drowning Victim
Distressed swimmer is still breathing. Often a swimmer. May be able to call out for help/reach to safety. Sculling/treading at the surface.
Active drowning victim. Struggling to breathe. Unnable to move forward to safety. Frantic arm and leg motion in attempt to stay above water.
What are some situations that could lead to trouble for a weak or non-swimmer.
-Swimming with an adult who leaves them sitting on edge of pool
-Crawling hand over hand on wall of pool
-Improper use of flotation devices
-Child following behind group of swimmers
-disregard of rules and/or instructions regarding safety
How often do you have to recertify for CPR/AED?
Every year