Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Primary Responsibilities (def. and 4 examples)
A
To ensure patron safety and protect lives.
Examples:
- prevent injuries by minimizing or illuminating hazardous situations or behaviors
- enforcing rules and regulations
- respond quickly
- administer first aid, CPR, AED
- communicating with teammates
2
Q
Secondary responsibilities
examples
A
- performing maintenance (pool chemistry, equipment)
- filling out required records and reports
- inspect facilities and report unsafe conditions
3
Q
Safety checks(when)
A
Check before opening, daily, after closing
4
Q
F. I. N. D.
A
Figure out the problem
Identify possible solutions
Name of the pros and cons for each solution
Decide which solution is best
5
Q
Legal considerations, (examples)
A
Duty to act Standard of care Negligence Good Samaritan laws Consent Refusal of care Abandonment Confidentiality Documentation
6
Q
Characteristics of a professional lifeguard
A
Knowledgeable and skilled, reliable, mature, courteous and consistent, positive, professional, healthy and fit, exercise, eat and hydrate properly, rest adequately, protect yourself from sun exposure
