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NPLQ -Section 1

Total questions: 31

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Identify which of the following is a responsibility of a lifeguard

a)

replacing the shower tiles

b)

Early intervention

c)

Organising the reception

d)

Refilling water bottles

2.

Identify which of the following is an element of the EAP

a)

overcrowding

b)

The pool length

c)

First aid stock

d)

lifeguard uniform

3.

Identify what information about the swimming pool is most likely to be included in the NOP

a)

water colour

b)

pool address

c)

Air Volume

d)

length of the pool

4.

Select which of the following responsibilities an employer has under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)

a)

Keep the kitchen area clean

b)

Provide bottled water to all lifeguards

c)

Provide food and drink to all employees

d)

Maintain safe and healthy work conditions

5.

Identify the correct definition of a hazard

a)

Something which is covered in red signs

b)

Something with the ability to lose customers

c)

Something with the potential to cause harm

d)

Something which is not working efficiently

6.

Identify the correct purpose of swimming pool industry guidance

a)

To assist the operator in meeting its legal obligations

b)

To assist customers in understanding the admission policy

c)

To help lifeguards understand the risks at their pool

d)

To help all employees understand their legal rights

7.

Identify a common hazard associated with lane ropes

a)

Changes in pool water depths

b)

Weak swimmers may pull themselves out of their depth

c)

Striking the side of the pool

d)

Jumping into shallow water

8.

Prior to a swimming pool opening for the day, identify one piece of equipment that must always be checked

a)

Pool vacuum

b)

bins

c)

Check the pool drown alarm

d)

Pool inflatable

9.

When closing the pool/building, identify what you must check before you leave

a)

the staff room is locked

b)

all customers are out of the building

c)

You have picked up all the floats

d)

You have washed up in the kitchen

10.

Which of the following is detailed in the PSOP

a)

Lifeguard recruitment plan

b)

Pool vacuum brand

c)

Pool tiles manufacturer

d)

Cleaning procedures

11.

When using chemicals, identify what must your employer provide

a)

COSHH training

b)

first aid kit

c)

lifeguard uniform

d)

Water bottle

12.

Which of the following supports lifeguarding

a)

Customer service scores

b)

Membership count

c)

Customer retention figures

d)

Swimming pool technology

13.

When using chemicals, identify which of the following should be worn

a)

Lifeguard ID badge

b)

Smart watch

c)

Personal Protective Equipment

d)

Personal reading glasses

14.

Identify one reason a lifeguard may need to briefly talk to another lifeguard while supervising the pool

a)

If they need to re-arrange their holiday

b)

If vital information needs to be passed on

c)

If they need to learn new rescue techniques

d)

If they need to change their rotated hours

15.

Identify the hazards commonly associated with a lido or outdoor pool

a)

Steam room

b)

Wave machine and fast rapids

c)

lanes ropes

d)

Direct sunlight and deep water

16.

Identify what a lifeguard needs to ensure when supervising an inflatable session

a)

It is correctly fixed to poolside

b)

The inflatable is slippery and exciting

c)

The inflatable is new and colourful

d)

The inflatable is not smelly

17.

Identify which of the following factors could affect the number of lifeguards required to supervise different swimming sessions

a)

high risk swimmers

b)

If there is an instructor present

c)

if you have a lane rope in

d)

all of the answers

18.

Select which factor is most likely to affect a lifeguard’s ability to see swimmers through the water

a)

Cold air caused by a fire exit opening

b)

Dirty tiles caused by lack of cleaning

c)

Vibration caused by the poolside stereo

d)

Glare caused by lighting or sunshine

19.

Which statement accurately represents the principle of early intervention

a)

Proactively identify and address potential hazards before they worsen

b)

Install additional safety equipment around the pool

c)

Ensure a lifeguard is on duty at all times

d)

Provide lifeguard training to all staff

20.

In addition to maintaining a positive attitude, identify which of the following is a responsibility of a lifeguard

a)

Rescue

b)

chat to staff

c)

close intervention

d)

late intervention

21.

A lifeguard notices a customer has been sick in the pool. Identify which document will contain information on what to do

a)

Emergency Action Plan

b)

Water Quality Plan

c)

Normal Operating Plan

d)

Normal Operating Plan

22.

Identify which user groups are most likely to be identified in a safeguarding policy

a)

adults between 20 - 30 years old

b)

females between 20 - 45 years old

c)

Children and assistance dogs

d)

Children and vulnerable adults

23.

Identify which one of these statements is an example of a control measure

a)

not cleaning the floor

b)

A sign showing 'no diving under 1.5 metres'

c)

let swimmer do what they want

d)

letting a swimmer swim slow in the fast lane

24.

Identify the correct definition of a control measure

a)

Something put in place to prevent illness

b)

Something put in place to monitor accidents

c)

Something put in place to prevent a hazard causing harm

d)

Something put in place to make sure customers swim

25.

What the name of the guidance document published by the HSE to help pool operators operate safely

a)

Managing Health and Safety in Swimming Pools

b)

Managing Health and Wellbeing in Sports Centres

c)

Managing Hazards and Implementing Controls

d)

Managing Hazards and Risks in Leisure Centres

26.

When lifeguarding a flume, what does a lifeguard need to consider?

a)

Swimmers have to be 5 foot tall to use the flume

b)

Swimmers can only use the flume once

c)

swimmers can wear goggles

d)

Tell swimmers they must exit the pool straight away

27.

Individual and shared are types of

a)

Rescue equipment

b)

PSOP

c)

Lifeguard zones

d)

Rescue techniques

28.

Identify a key component and a method of customer communication

a)

blow your whistle and provide clear instructions

b)

Point your finger in there direction and talk quickly

c)

blow your whistle and shout at customer

d)

stick your middle finger at them and swear at customers

29.

Identify why cleaning duties for lifeguard are so important

a)

lifeguards look busy

b)

it a legal requirement

c)

It is detailed in the PSOP

d)

earn a bonus

30.

Identify why lifeguards need to educate customers

a)

It helps to maintain ongoing CPD

b)

keeps lifeguard alert when lifeguarding

c)

prevents customers from hurting themselves

d)

it help keeping the pool tidy

31.

When lifeguarding an aqua aerobics session what could impact the amount lifeguards required to supervise this session.

a)

How cold the water is

b)

if the instructor is new to the role

c)

How old are the customers are

d)

The amount of customers in the water