What is the primary responsibility of a lifeguard?
To prevent drowning and other injuries from occurring at their aquatic facility
Provide three examples of how lifeguards fulfill their primary responsibility.
Monitoring activities in and near the water through patron surveillance, Administering
first aid, CPR, and AED, and Working as a team with other lifeguards, facility staff, and
management
List five examples of secondary responsibilities that should never interfere with
patron surveillance.
Testing pool water chemistry, Assist patrons by performing safety orientations,
administrating swim tests, fitting life jackets, and other duties, Cleaning or performing
maintenance, Completing records and reports, and Performing opening duties, closing
duties, or facility safety checks and inspections