Ellis Lifeguard Practice Test
Questions and Answers (GRADED A+)
True or false: ILTP-trained lifeguards are taught to anticipate, recognize, and manage aquatic
emergencies. - ANSWER -True
True or false: "Standard of care" means that individual lifeguards set the standard of care they plan on
providing a guest. - ANSWER -False
True or false: It is optional for lifeguards to wear sunscreen and sunglasses when working outside in
sunny conditions - ANSWER -False
True or false: Lifeguards perform well when evaluated because they perform well at all times on duty. -
ANSWER -True
Which of the following behaviors present a professional image while lifeguarding?
A. Being punctual, protecting yourself from hazards, and maintaining your vigilance while on duty
B. Getting a good night's rest, working as a team player, and wearing a proper uniform
C. Having a whistle and hip pack, being properly hydrated, and being "test ready"
,D. All of the above - ANSWER -D.
Which of the following is specifically designed to help protect you against infectious diseases when
providing emergency care?
A. Rescue tube
B. Sunglasses
C. Medical exam gloves
D. Water bottle - ANSWER -C.
The 10/20 Protection standard states that as a lifeguard you have ______ seconds to identify a GiD
within your Zone of Protection area and _____ seconds to reach and render aid to a GiD once
discovered. - ANSWER -10; 20
True or false: A lifeguard should utilize a single scanning pattern and never change it. - ANSWER -False
True or false: Your supervisor may interrupt your 10/20 Protection standard of scanning if needed
without having someone else cover your Zone of Protection area. - ANSWER -False
True or false: A lifeguard can maintain the 10/20 Protection standard over a Zone of Protection while at
the same time coaching a swim team. - ANSWER -False
, True or false: Guests in distress who are experiencing passive drowning cover all stages of the drowning
process. - ANSWER -False
True or false: Shallow water is not as dangerous as deep water. - ANSWER -False
As a lifeguard, what can you do to ensure that children and other guests are safe at your aquatic facility?
A. Always maintain the 10/20 Protection standard.
B. Make sure children are directly supervised by a responsible adult.
C. Provide life jackets to children and other guests.
D. All of the above. - ANSWER -D
True or false: A lifeguard can function without any assistance during an emergency. - ANSWER -False
True or False: A whistle is an optional piece of equipment. - ANSWER -False
I would use ________ to get another lifeguard's attention, along with ________________ if I need that
lifeguard to cover my Zone of Protection. - ANSWER -two short whistle blasts or a clenched fist in the air;
tap on top of the head
Questions and Answers (GRADED A+)
True or false: ILTP-trained lifeguards are taught to anticipate, recognize, and manage aquatic
emergencies. - ANSWER -True
True or false: "Standard of care" means that individual lifeguards set the standard of care they plan on
providing a guest. - ANSWER -False
True or false: It is optional for lifeguards to wear sunscreen and sunglasses when working outside in
sunny conditions - ANSWER -False
True or false: Lifeguards perform well when evaluated because they perform well at all times on duty. -
ANSWER -True
Which of the following behaviors present a professional image while lifeguarding?
A. Being punctual, protecting yourself from hazards, and maintaining your vigilance while on duty
B. Getting a good night's rest, working as a team player, and wearing a proper uniform
C. Having a whistle and hip pack, being properly hydrated, and being "test ready"
,D. All of the above - ANSWER -D.
Which of the following is specifically designed to help protect you against infectious diseases when
providing emergency care?
A. Rescue tube
B. Sunglasses
C. Medical exam gloves
D. Water bottle - ANSWER -C.
The 10/20 Protection standard states that as a lifeguard you have ______ seconds to identify a GiD
within your Zone of Protection area and _____ seconds to reach and render aid to a GiD once
discovered. - ANSWER -10; 20
True or false: A lifeguard should utilize a single scanning pattern and never change it. - ANSWER -False
True or false: Your supervisor may interrupt your 10/20 Protection standard of scanning if needed
without having someone else cover your Zone of Protection area. - ANSWER -False
True or false: A lifeguard can maintain the 10/20 Protection standard over a Zone of Protection while at
the same time coaching a swim team. - ANSWER -False
, True or false: Guests in distress who are experiencing passive drowning cover all stages of the drowning
process. - ANSWER -False
True or false: Shallow water is not as dangerous as deep water. - ANSWER -False
As a lifeguard, what can you do to ensure that children and other guests are safe at your aquatic facility?
A. Always maintain the 10/20 Protection standard.
B. Make sure children are directly supervised by a responsible adult.
C. Provide life jackets to children and other guests.
D. All of the above. - ANSWER -D
True or false: A lifeguard can function without any assistance during an emergency. - ANSWER -False
True or False: A whistle is an optional piece of equipment. - ANSWER -False
I would use ________ to get another lifeguard's attention, along with ________________ if I need that
lifeguard to cover my Zone of Protection. - ANSWER -two short whistle blasts or a clenched fist in the air;
tap on top of the head
