WorksheetsWestfield Memorial Pool 2022 Orientation
Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 2hrs 36mins
What is the Primary Objective of the Westfield Memorial Pool?
To provide the members with a superior aquatic facility that is safe, healthy, well maintained and managed.
The attitude, behavior and perception made by each employee directly reflects upon the Westfield Memorial Pool (WMP) and the Westfield Recreation Department.
To provide a safe space for people to hangout and enjoy the summer.
To ensure the overall well-being of both membership and staff.
What is the correct order for the chain of command?
Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Manager, Recreation Direction, Aquatics Director
Manager, Aquatics Director, Recreation Director
Head Lifeguard, Junior Manager, Manager, Head Manager, Aquatics Director, Recreation Director
Township Administrator, Head Lifeguard, Head Manager, Aquatics Director, Rectration Director
All employees MUST be familiar with what TWO areas of the employee handbook? (select two)
Rules & Regulations
Chain of Command
Cell Phone Policy
EAP's
You ARE allowed to walk around the facility while on your cell phone?
True
False
Cell Phone use that inhibits your ability to respond to an emergency immediately can result in your employment being terminated.
True
False
Which of the following is not a responsibility of a head lifeguard?
serve as a role model/mentor to lifeguards
establish guard rotation schedule
write up lifeguards that are late
assist with new staff training
As a lifeguard a WMP, you are expected to... (select all that apply)
Have proper knowledge of rescue procedures
Stay hydrated
Keep equipment clean and sanitized
Make clear/concise judgements
Stay physically fit to meet job demands
As a lifeguard once you walk into the facility you are "on duty"
True
False
Which of the following is not a regulation for a lifeguard at WMP?
Stay alert and scan the pools at all times. (Systematically: Bottom-Up)
All news / media will be handled by the Manager ONLY.
Physical force will NOT be tolerated, UNLESS you are defending yourself.
Argue with a patrons over a policy.
The acronym S.T.A.A.R which refers to the 10/20 rule for lifeguards stands for what?
Scan, Target, Alert, Assess, React
Scan, Target, Assess, Alert, React
Some, Toddlers, Act, Aggressive, Really
Respond, Action, Alert, Tone, Sun
Drills will help benefit and train you to respond to an emergency. Which phrase best describes how you should act during a "drill"
Goof around because it's just a drill
You will respond how you train
Ask if you should respond
Walk to the "incident"
While on duty any attire that interferes with a lifeguards ability to make a quick and effective rescue is NOT allowed.
True
False
All lifeguards are REQUIRED to have the following on their persons when actively scanning the water while on stand (select all that apply)
whistle
water bottle
closed toe shoes
rescue tube
beach towel
While scanning your zone, a patron approaches you with a question. Which option best describes how you should handle the situation
Continue to scan your zone.
Get off the stand and engage in the conversation answering the question.
Completely ignore that the patron asked you a question.
Answer the question while looking directly at the patron who asked the question.
How many "days off" are WMP staff entitled to throughout the summer?
5 days
2 weeks
1 month
As long as I get coverage it doesn't matter
I am away down the shore with my family for vacation, but I did not tell Heather/management. I see that I am on the schedule for 4 shifts. What should I do?
Call Heather
Nothing, the managers will figure it out
Find coverage for my shifts, then message management.
Let the other guards know that you're on vacation
I did not find coverage for my shift. Which of the following are possible consequences of my actions? (select all that apply)
verbal warning (from managment)
write up (from management)
conversation with Heather/Mike
possible termination
Which of the following is NOT an active stand?
Right Front (RF)
Left Mid (LM)
First Aid (FA)
Top Slide (TS)
Kiddie Rover (KR)
I check my watch and it is time for me to rotate to my next stand. No one has come yet to replace my location. I should....
Go to my next stand and leave this position without a lifeguard
Get on the radio immediately and demand to know where the next guard is
Call for a manager on the radio
Wait a few minutes to see if relief comes, after several minutes radio the guard room
You are taking care of a member that is bleeding in the First Aid room, it is now 1:35. Top Slide is your next rotation, what should you do:
Tell the member to hold pressure on the wound while another guard gets there and you go to Top Slide.
Call for help on the radio, and go to Top Slide once help arrives.
Radio that there is an incident at First Aid. Continue to administer first aid and complete your First Aid Report.
Which of the following are rules for the Main Pool: (select all that apply)
Diapers are permitted
No Running into the pool
No Breath Holding
No one under the age of 16 in the whirlpool
Which of the following are rules for the Dive Tank: (select all that apply)
Lifeguard does NOT need to wear a rescue tube
No goggles or flotation devices
Two bounce max before diving
One diver on one diving board at a time
Which of the following statements are FALSE while on stand at Top Slide: (select all that apply)
All guests can go down the Slide
Guests can swing to go down the slide faster
You must get clearance from Bottom Slide to send next swimmer
Tell Patrons: Stop, Cross, GO!
As a lifeguard, the sun can be brutal and as such you must protect yourself. Which statement MOST ACCURATELY portrays how to properly protect yourself?
I got my base burn, I don't need sunscreen anymore.
Use an umbrella, Wear a wide-brimmed hat & shirt/shorts, and apply sunscreen throughout the day.
Drink Water! Hydration prevents Sunburn.
Sunglasses bro!
Pets are NOT allowed in the Pool Facility. There are ZERO EXCEPTIONS!
True
False
Where are the two locations for the "Emergency Shut Off"
Outside of the Guard Room
Outside the Upper Pump House
Outside of the Main Pump House
Outside of the First Aid Room
In Paul's office
Which phrase is the best practice when working with potentially infectious blood/bodily fluid.
If it's wet/sticky and isn't yours, don't touch it!
Glove up or shut up!
BBPs are safe for you and me!
Bleach It! Rinse It! Repeat!
When reporting to First Aid, I should...
sit outside and read a book/do my summer assignment.
eat my lunch/dinner.
ensure that I have proper supplies & the room is clean.
provide care to those in need without completing a report.
Which of the following is NOT appropriate for a maintenance shift?
Go to the Guard Room
Clean out the filter baskets in Kiddie
Empty Garbage Cans
Skim leaves out of Bottom Slide
If you can not work your shift because of a conflict and you need a sub. You should do the following:
Call Heather
Post your shift up on Sling & hope it gets covered
Post shift on Sling, ensure coverage is secured, notify managers of change
Tell Head Guards that you will not be coming to your shift today
Emergencies/Accidents are inevitables around an aquatics facility. We must always be prepared for an incident. The best phrase when scanning the water is...
If you don't know, go!
Someone else will check it out!
See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil!
They're probably fine!
When is our in-person orientation?
Saturday 5/21, 9am-2pm
Saturday 5/28,
9am-2pm
Saturday 6/4,
10am-8pm
Tuesday 5/24,
6am-9am
