Lifeguard Training - Continuation of Training

Earning a Lifeguard Training certification means that you have learned everything there is to know about being a lifeguard.

• True

• False

It is the responsibility of facility management to help its lifeguards maintain abilities, develop skills and work effectively as a team.

• True

• False

Annual or preseason orientation and training is important because.....

• People get to know each other

• To review course material such as CPR/AED and first aid

• To go through physical practice of rescue skills

• b and c

This takes place while you are employed as a lifeguard and is designed to help you maintain your knowledge and skills at a professional level.

• Policies and procedures

• Safety training

• In-service training

• Pre-service evaluation

Which of the following is NOT part of working as a team?

• Arriving to work on time

• Leaving your shift early

• Rotating stations on time

• Being prepared by maintaining your knowledge, skills and physical fitness.

EAP stands for.....

• Emergency Action Plan

• Emergency activated procedure

• Exit always please

The lifeguard team and other staff members must practice the facility's EAP together until everyone knows their responsibilities and can perform them effectively.

• True

• False

This group is composed of local emergency service personnel and is ready to back you up and provide assistance during an emergency.

• Lifeguard Management

• The office staff

• The Safety Team

What is the primary responsibility of a lifeguard?

• Helping patrons be safe in and around the water

• Cleaning out the trash cans

• Checking chlorine levels

• Managing lifeguard shifts

Layers of protection are essential to help prevent drowning.

• True

• False