Ellis and Associates Lifeguard Training |
Actual Questions and Answers ()
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1. Professional Aspects: * Punctual - Arrive at work ahead of time.
* In proper uniform - Look neat, clean, and easily identifiable as a lifeguard (shirt,
hat/visor, sunglasses).
* Prepared - Have the items you need to do the job (whistle, hydration, sun protec-
tion, etc.).
* Pleasant - Act cordially to guests and coworkers at all times; smile :).
* Attentive - Keep your eyes on the zone of protection and avoid distractions.
* Vigilant - Maintain your lifeguarding skills at peak performance level (test-ready).
* Knowledgeable - Know and enforce the facility rules.
2. 10/20 protection standard rule: 10 seconds to see it and 20 seconds to get to
the scene
3. Distress: Patron who is having trouble
4. Areas of danger: Glare
Shadows
Exits
, Right under chair
5. Zone of protection: A lifeguard station or position is assigned a specific area of
responsibility.
6. Vigilance: Consistent and careful attention to your zones of protection.
7. Signs of a guest in distress: *Body position - The body will be at a diagonal or
vertical position. Legs are not kicking and arms are extended out to the side. It may
look like the guest is trying to reach or grab for something. The guest may have
turned toward safety (a lifeguard, a wall, or a lane line).
*Movement - There will be little to no forward movement.
*Appearance - All effort is expended to stay above the water. Eyes may be open or
tightly closed. Long hair may cover the face.
*Breathing - In an attempt to breathe, the head will usually be held back to keep the
mouth above the surface of the water. The guest is attempting to concentrate only
on breathing while on the surface. There may be little to no calling out for help.
8. Types of drowning: Active drowning - victim may struggle on the surface of the
water for a short period of time before submerging.
Passive (silent) drowning - victims can slip quickly and silently beneath the surface
of the water.
9. The Drowning Process:
10. Patrons to pay special attention to::
Actual Questions and Answers ()
(Verified Answers)
1. Professional Aspects: * Punctual - Arrive at work ahead of time.
* In proper uniform - Look neat, clean, and easily identifiable as a lifeguard (shirt,
hat/visor, sunglasses).
* Prepared - Have the items you need to do the job (whistle, hydration, sun protec-
tion, etc.).
* Pleasant - Act cordially to guests and coworkers at all times; smile :).
* Attentive - Keep your eyes on the zone of protection and avoid distractions.
* Vigilant - Maintain your lifeguarding skills at peak performance level (test-ready).
* Knowledgeable - Know and enforce the facility rules.
2. 10/20 protection standard rule: 10 seconds to see it and 20 seconds to get to
the scene
3. Distress: Patron who is having trouble
4. Areas of danger: Glare
Shadows
Exits
, Right under chair
5. Zone of protection: A lifeguard station or position is assigned a specific area of
responsibility.
6. Vigilance: Consistent and careful attention to your zones of protection.
7. Signs of a guest in distress: *Body position - The body will be at a diagonal or
vertical position. Legs are not kicking and arms are extended out to the side. It may
look like the guest is trying to reach or grab for something. The guest may have
turned toward safety (a lifeguard, a wall, or a lane line).
*Movement - There will be little to no forward movement.
*Appearance - All effort is expended to stay above the water. Eyes may be open or
tightly closed. Long hair may cover the face.
*Breathing - In an attempt to breathe, the head will usually be held back to keep the
mouth above the surface of the water. The guest is attempting to concentrate only
on breathing while on the surface. There may be little to no calling out for help.
8. Types of drowning: Active drowning - victim may struggle on the surface of the
water for a short period of time before submerging.
Passive (silent) drowning - victims can slip quickly and silently beneath the surface
of the water.
9. The Drowning Process:
10. Patrons to pay special attention to::
