YMCA Lifeguard test review Questions With
Solutions
List and explain the four steps of PACA P: What is the PROBLEM or situation?
A: What are the ALTERNATIVES?
C: What are the CONSEQUENCES of the alternatives: are they positive or negative?
A: what is the ACTION or decision?
What are zone coverage and entire-are coverage? When is each one used? Entire-area
coverage is for when one lifeguard has to supervise the entire swimming area such as a small
pool.
The zone allows great flexibility for handling the changing needs of a dynamic aquatic
environment
Describe the different lifeguard stations and the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
Rotation systems are when two or more lifeguards are on duty and have a regular rotation
is necessary every 20 to 30 minutes. A advantage is that lifeguards can share with one another
about some possible situations in the pool. In this you would be able to use your sight lines.
Solutions
List and explain the four steps of PACA P: What is the PROBLEM or situation?
A: What are the ALTERNATIVES?
C: What are the CONSEQUENCES of the alternatives: are they positive or negative?
A: what is the ACTION or decision?
What are zone coverage and entire-are coverage? When is each one used? Entire-area
coverage is for when one lifeguard has to supervise the entire swimming area such as a small
pool.
The zone allows great flexibility for handling the changing needs of a dynamic aquatic
environment
Describe the different lifeguard stations and the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
Rotation systems are when two or more lifeguards are on duty and have a regular rotation
is necessary every 20 to 30 minutes. A advantage is that lifeguards can share with one another
about some possible situations in the pool. In this you would be able to use your sight lines.
