AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CHAPTER 1 REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% SOLVED.

What is the primary responsibility of a lifeguard? - ANSWERTo prevent drowning and other injuries from occurring at their aquatic facility. Provide three examples of how lifeguards fulfill their primary responsibility: - ANSWER1. By monitoring in and around the pool area. 2. By recognizing and responding quickly to all emergencies. 3. By preforming first aid, cpr, aed, and supporting with oxygen for those in need. List four characteristics of a professional lifeguard: - ANSWER1. Knowledgeable and skilled 2. Reliable and mature 3. Courteous and consistent 4. Positive and professional 5. Healthy and fit Lifeguards should... - ANSWERAlways be attentive and sit or stand upright when on surveillance duty List the five steps that a lifeguard should take when obtaining consent from an injured or ill person before providing first aid or emergency care: - ANSWER1. State your name 2. State your level of training 3. Ask if you may help them 4. Explain your assessment and evaluation on them 5. Explain your plan What is the validity period of an American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification? How does an American Red Cross certified lifeguard get recertified? - ANSWERCertification lasts two years and you can be recertified by instruction and taking the written and skill evaluation tests. List five examples of secondary responsibilities that should never interfere with patron surveillance: - ANSWER1. Testing pool water 2. Assisting patrons 3. Cleaning or preforming maintenance 4. Completing records or reports 5. Opening or closing the facility and the safety check Why is it important to attend a pre-season orientation and training? - ANSWERTo ensure that lifeguards understand: responsibilities, how to preform their job, practice with rescue equipment, practice emergency action plans, ensure understanding of