Effective Surveillance Flashcards
1
Q
Recognition of Dangerous Behaviours
A
A weak swimmer or nonswimmer who is:
Bobbing in or near water over their head
Crawiling hand over hand along a pool wall
Beyond arm’s reach of a supervising adult,
Clinging to something to stay afloat
2
Q
Distressed swimmer signs
A
Able to keep face out of water Able to call for help Able to wave for help Horizontal, vertical or diagonal Treading water
3
Q
Effective Scanning
A
SEARCH, DON’T WATCH
4
Q
Scanning Challenges/ Tactics
A
Monotony: Change body position, rotate stations, Search,don’t watch
Fatigue: Request additional lifeguard coverage, keep hydrated
Blind spots: Adjust your location, search blind spots as part of your scanning
Glare: Use sunglasses, change body position
