WorksheetsNPLQ -Section 1
Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 16mins
Identify which of the following is a responsibility of a lifeguard
replacing the shower tiles
Early intervention
Organising the reception
Refilling water bottles
Identify which of the following is an element of the EAP
overcrowding
The pool length
First aid stock
lifeguard uniform
Identify what information about the swimming pool is most likely to be included in the NOP
water colour
pool address
Air Volume
length of the pool
Select which of the following responsibilities an employer has under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)
Keep the kitchen area clean
Provide bottled water to all lifeguards
Provide food and drink to all employees
Maintain safe and healthy work conditions
Identify the correct definition of a hazard
Something which is covered in red signs
Something with the ability to lose customers
Something with the potential to cause harm
Something which is not working efficiently
Identify the correct purpose of swimming pool industry guidance
To assist the operator in meeting its legal obligations
To assist customers in understanding the admission policy
To help lifeguards understand the risks at their pool
To help all employees understand their legal rights
Identify a common hazard associated with lane ropes
Changes in pool water depths
Weak swimmers may pull themselves out of their depth
Striking the side of the pool
Jumping into shallow water
Prior to a swimming pool opening for the day, identify one piece of equipment that must always be checked
Pool vacuum
bins
Check the pool drown alarm
Pool inflatable
When closing the pool/building, identify what you must check before you leave
the staff room is locked
all customers are out of the building
You have picked up all the floats
You have washed up in the kitchen
Which of the following is detailed in the PSOP
Lifeguard recruitment plan
Pool vacuum brand
Pool tiles manufacturer
Cleaning procedures
When using chemicals, identify what must your employer provide
COSHH training
first aid kit
lifeguard uniform
Water bottle
Which of the following supports lifeguarding
Customer service scores
Membership count
Customer retention figures
Swimming pool technology
When using chemicals, identify which of the following should be worn
Lifeguard ID badge
Smart watch
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal reading glasses
Identify one reason a lifeguard may need to briefly talk to another lifeguard while supervising the pool
If they need to re-arrange their holiday
If vital information needs to be passed on
If they need to learn new rescue techniques
If they need to change their rotated hours
Identify the hazards commonly associated with a lido or outdoor pool
Steam room
Wave machine and fast rapids
lanes ropes
Direct sunlight and deep water
Identify what a lifeguard needs to ensure when supervising an inflatable session
It is correctly fixed to poolside
The inflatable is slippery and exciting
The inflatable is new and colourful
The inflatable is not smelly
Identify which of the following factors could affect the number of lifeguards required to supervise different swimming sessions
high risk swimmers
If there is an instructor present
if you have a lane rope in
all of the answers
Select which factor is most likely to affect a lifeguard’s ability to see swimmers through the water
Cold air caused by a fire exit opening
Dirty tiles caused by lack of cleaning
Vibration caused by the poolside stereo
Glare caused by lighting or sunshine
Which statement accurately represents the principle of early intervention
Proactively identify and address potential hazards before they worsen
Install additional safety equipment around the pool
Ensure a lifeguard is on duty at all times
Provide lifeguard training to all staff
In addition to maintaining a positive attitude, identify which of the following is a responsibility of a lifeguard
Rescue
chat to staff
close intervention
late intervention
A lifeguard notices a customer has been sick in the pool. Identify which document will contain information on what to do
Emergency Action Plan
Water Quality Plan
Normal Operating Plan
Normal Operating Plan
Identify which user groups are most likely to be identified in a safeguarding policy
adults between 20 - 30 years old
females between 20 - 45 years old
Children and assistance dogs
Children and vulnerable adults
Identify which one of these statements is an example of a control measure
not cleaning the floor
A sign showing 'no diving under 1.5 metres'
let swimmer do what they want
letting a swimmer swim slow in the fast lane
Identify the correct definition of a control measure
Something put in place to prevent illness
Something put in place to monitor accidents
Something put in place to prevent a hazard causing harm
Something put in place to make sure customers swim
What the name of the guidance document published by the HSE to help pool operators operate safely
Managing Health and Safety in Swimming Pools
Managing Health and Wellbeing in Sports Centres
Managing Hazards and Implementing Controls
Managing Hazards and Risks in Leisure Centres
When lifeguarding a flume, what does a lifeguard need to consider?
Swimmers have to be 5 foot tall to use the flume
Swimmers can only use the flume once
swimmers can wear goggles
Tell swimmers they must exit the pool straight away
Individual and shared are types of
Rescue equipment
PSOP
Lifeguard zones
Rescue techniques
Identify a key component and a method of customer communication
blow your whistle and provide clear instructions
Point your finger in there direction and talk quickly
blow your whistle and shout at customer
stick your middle finger at them and swear at customers
Identify why cleaning duties for lifeguard are so important
lifeguards look busy
it a legal requirement
It is detailed in the PSOP
earn a bonus
Identify why lifeguards need to educate customers
It helps to maintain ongoing CPD
keeps lifeguard alert when lifeguarding
prevents customers from hurting themselves
it help keeping the pool tidy
When lifeguarding an aqua aerobics session what could impact the amount lifeguards required to supervise this session.
How cold the water is
if the instructor is new to the role
How old are the customers are
The amount of customers in the water
