YMCA Lifeguard Test- C 1-80 Questions
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The YMCA Lifeguard program recommends that lifeguard zones be designed so that it
takes no longer than _____ seconds for lifeguards to reach the farthest area of their
zones. CORRECT ANSWERS 20 seconds
The YMCA Accident Prevention System is called: CORRECT ANSWERS Q-1-2
There are three advantages to using the Accident Prevention System. Which of the
following is identified as an advantage of using the system? CORRECT ANSWERS It
helps lifeguards be consistent and fair.
What is the YMCA Lifeguard Decision-Making Model that will help you make important
preventive decisions? CORRECT ANSWERS PACA
Of the following statements, which is the best statement to use when providing a
warning using Q-1-2? CORRECT ANSWERS "I saw you running. That is unsafe
because the deck is wet. Please walk."
What is one thing that should always be conducted when guarding day camp, child
care, rental groups, and special events in the pool? CORRECT ANSWERS Safety
Swim Test
Which one of the following is NOT a lifeguard communication system? CORRECT
ANSWERS PACA
Lifeguards should be aware of the physical conditions that affect swimmers. Which of
the following is a physical condition that could quickly affect a person's ability to swim?
CORRECT ANSWERS Muscle Cramp
What indicates that a child is capable of being able to swim in deep water? CORRECT
ANSWERS Swim Band
What is the lifeguard's role when guarding instructional classes? CORRECT ANSWERS
Provide life guarding services
Swimmers at risk of becoming distressed may display: CORRECT ANSWERS Early
warning signs
Which of the following is NOT scanning strategy? CORRECT ANSWERS Telling the
other lifeguards what you see
, There are some positive techniques that lifeguards can use to remain vigilant and avoid
fatigue. Which of the following is the best combination of those techniques? CORRECT
ANSWERS Drink plenty of water, get a good night's sleep, and periodically change
body positions
There are several behavioral and visual signs before patrons enter the water that
lifeguards use to recognize potential victims. Which of the following is one of those
signs? CORRECT ANSWERS Holding onto a small child
What is the technique used by YMCA lifeguards to ensure that systematic visual
sweeps are conducted of the facility and patrons? CORRECT ANSWERS Scanning
There are four stages in the drowning process. Which of the following is NOT one of the
four stages of drowning? CORRECT ANSWERS Sleep Apnea
How quickly can a person slip below the surface? CORRECT ANSWERS Less than 10
seconds
Which of following is NOT a characteristic of a distressed swimmer? CORRECT
ANSWERS People using their cell phones to call 911 for help
Inattentional blindness is a term that refers to: CORRECT ANSWERS When you fail to
notice something happen right in front of you because you are focused intently on
something else
The fourth stage of the drowning process is cardiac arrest because the heart ceases to
pump blood when deprived of oxygen. How long after the drowning process begins can
this stage happen? CORRECT ANSWERS 3-5 minutes
How is the emergency action plan activated? CORRECT ANSWERS Lifeguard blows
the whistle or signals the alarm or with a rescue tube
There are common methods for assigning responsibilities for lifeguards during an
emergency. What are the primary responsibilities for Lifeguard #1? CORRECT
ANSWERS identifies the victim, activates the emergency action plan, and begins the
rescue
Lifeguards must be prepared to respond to both minor and major emergencies.
Ensuring that you effectively handle real emergencies requires: CORRECT ANSWERS
Practice
The purpose of having an emergency action plan is: CORRECT ANSWERS For all
employees to follow a plan and respond quickly
Who is the sole authority of the pool or waterfront during an emergency action plan?
CORRECT ANSWERS The lifeguard
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The YMCA Lifeguard program recommends that lifeguard zones be designed so that it
takes no longer than _____ seconds for lifeguards to reach the farthest area of their
zones. CORRECT ANSWERS 20 seconds
The YMCA Accident Prevention System is called: CORRECT ANSWERS Q-1-2
There are three advantages to using the Accident Prevention System. Which of the
following is identified as an advantage of using the system? CORRECT ANSWERS It
helps lifeguards be consistent and fair.
What is the YMCA Lifeguard Decision-Making Model that will help you make important
preventive decisions? CORRECT ANSWERS PACA
Of the following statements, which is the best statement to use when providing a
warning using Q-1-2? CORRECT ANSWERS "I saw you running. That is unsafe
because the deck is wet. Please walk."
What is one thing that should always be conducted when guarding day camp, child
care, rental groups, and special events in the pool? CORRECT ANSWERS Safety
Swim Test
Which one of the following is NOT a lifeguard communication system? CORRECT
ANSWERS PACA
Lifeguards should be aware of the physical conditions that affect swimmers. Which of
the following is a physical condition that could quickly affect a person's ability to swim?
CORRECT ANSWERS Muscle Cramp
What indicates that a child is capable of being able to swim in deep water? CORRECT
ANSWERS Swim Band
What is the lifeguard's role when guarding instructional classes? CORRECT ANSWERS
Provide life guarding services
Swimmers at risk of becoming distressed may display: CORRECT ANSWERS Early
warning signs
Which of the following is NOT scanning strategy? CORRECT ANSWERS Telling the
other lifeguards what you see
, There are some positive techniques that lifeguards can use to remain vigilant and avoid
fatigue. Which of the following is the best combination of those techniques? CORRECT
ANSWERS Drink plenty of water, get a good night's sleep, and periodically change
body positions
There are several behavioral and visual signs before patrons enter the water that
lifeguards use to recognize potential victims. Which of the following is one of those
signs? CORRECT ANSWERS Holding onto a small child
What is the technique used by YMCA lifeguards to ensure that systematic visual
sweeps are conducted of the facility and patrons? CORRECT ANSWERS Scanning
There are four stages in the drowning process. Which of the following is NOT one of the
four stages of drowning? CORRECT ANSWERS Sleep Apnea
How quickly can a person slip below the surface? CORRECT ANSWERS Less than 10
seconds
Which of following is NOT a characteristic of a distressed swimmer? CORRECT
ANSWERS People using their cell phones to call 911 for help
Inattentional blindness is a term that refers to: CORRECT ANSWERS When you fail to
notice something happen right in front of you because you are focused intently on
something else
The fourth stage of the drowning process is cardiac arrest because the heart ceases to
pump blood when deprived of oxygen. How long after the drowning process begins can
this stage happen? CORRECT ANSWERS 3-5 minutes
How is the emergency action plan activated? CORRECT ANSWERS Lifeguard blows
the whistle or signals the alarm or with a rescue tube
There are common methods for assigning responsibilities for lifeguards during an
emergency. What are the primary responsibilities for Lifeguard #1? CORRECT
ANSWERS identifies the victim, activates the emergency action plan, and begins the
rescue
Lifeguards must be prepared to respond to both minor and major emergencies.
Ensuring that you effectively handle real emergencies requires: CORRECT ANSWERS
Practice
The purpose of having an emergency action plan is: CORRECT ANSWERS For all
employees to follow a plan and respond quickly
Who is the sole authority of the pool or waterfront during an emergency action plan?
CORRECT ANSWERS The lifeguard
