AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD
MANUAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT
Primary Responsibilities - ANSWER1. Monitor patron activities
2. Prevent injuries and hazards
3. Enforce rules
4. Respond quick to emergencies
5. Administer CPR and First AID
Secondary Responsibilities - ANSWER1. Test water chemistry
2. Swim tests and safety lessons
3. Cleaning and maintenance
4. Records and reports
5. Opening and closing duties
Swimmer in Distress - ANSWERVictim is able to keep head above water and call for
help
Recognize And Reach Victim Within - ANSWER30 Seconds
Complete Recovery Within - ANSWER1.5 to 2 minutes
Zone Coverage - ANSWERThe pool is divided into separate zones, one zone per LG
station, and should overlap by at least a few feet.
RID Factor - ANSWERExcuses for failing to properly rescue
Recognition: Failure to recognize an emergency
Intrusion: Secondary priorities get in the way
Distraction: Outside interactions
LG Characteristics - ANSWER1. Sit and stand upright
2. Be well groomed
3. Keep rescue equipment positioned for immediate use
4. Stay focused
5. Keep interactions brief
Head Splint Technique - ANSWERUsed for performing manual in line stabilization
for victims in water. Use victim's arms to hold head in line with body.
If a spinal injury victim is not breathing in the water, use the - ANSWERPassive
extraction technique
Total Coverage - ANSWEROne LG is on surveillance for the entire pool and must
watch patrons in and out of the water.
, Active Drowning Victim - ANSWERVictim has to work to keep head above water,
unable to call for help
Passive Drowning Victim - ANSWERNo action or breathing from victim
Stride Jump Entry - ANSWEREnter from 5ft or deeper, no more than 3ft above
water. Hold RT across chest, leap into water with one leg forward.
Compact Jump Entry - ANSWERJump from LG station in deep water with RT across
chest and keep knees bent to absorb shock.
Run and Swim Entry - ANSWERGradual slope into water, RT across chest.
Obtaining Consent - ANSWER1. State name
2. State level of training
3. Ask for consent to help
4. Assess the problem
5. Explain plan of action
How long is the validity period of a certification and how do you get recertified? -
ANSWER2 years, take recertification class.
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) - ANSWERFacility specific, helps LGs to efficiently
perform their responsibilities. It should be facility specific to fit the certain needs and
characteristics of the facility.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - ANSWER1. Gloves
2. Resuscitation mask
3. Eyewear
4. Blood spill kit
Equipment Worn On Duty - ANSWER1. Rescue tube
2. Hip pack (holds gloves and mask)
3. Whistle
Common Pool Rules - ANSWER1. No running or rough play
2. No glass, alcohol or smoking
3. No swimming with open wounds
4. Swim only when a LG is on duty
5. Dive in designated areas
Equipped And Rescue Ready - ANSWERBe equipped with the proper equipment
necessary to be prepared to complete an emergency rescue.
Rotations - ANSWERIncoming LG should begin searching while walking towards the
station.
Outgoing LG should inform the incoming of any situation that needs special attention
and watch while leaving.
MANUAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% CORRECT
Primary Responsibilities - ANSWER1. Monitor patron activities
2. Prevent injuries and hazards
3. Enforce rules
4. Respond quick to emergencies
5. Administer CPR and First AID
Secondary Responsibilities - ANSWER1. Test water chemistry
2. Swim tests and safety lessons
3. Cleaning and maintenance
4. Records and reports
5. Opening and closing duties
Swimmer in Distress - ANSWERVictim is able to keep head above water and call for
help
Recognize And Reach Victim Within - ANSWER30 Seconds
Complete Recovery Within - ANSWER1.5 to 2 minutes
Zone Coverage - ANSWERThe pool is divided into separate zones, one zone per LG
station, and should overlap by at least a few feet.
RID Factor - ANSWERExcuses for failing to properly rescue
Recognition: Failure to recognize an emergency
Intrusion: Secondary priorities get in the way
Distraction: Outside interactions
LG Characteristics - ANSWER1. Sit and stand upright
2. Be well groomed
3. Keep rescue equipment positioned for immediate use
4. Stay focused
5. Keep interactions brief
Head Splint Technique - ANSWERUsed for performing manual in line stabilization
for victims in water. Use victim's arms to hold head in line with body.
If a spinal injury victim is not breathing in the water, use the - ANSWERPassive
extraction technique
Total Coverage - ANSWEROne LG is on surveillance for the entire pool and must
watch patrons in and out of the water.
, Active Drowning Victim - ANSWERVictim has to work to keep head above water,
unable to call for help
Passive Drowning Victim - ANSWERNo action or breathing from victim
Stride Jump Entry - ANSWEREnter from 5ft or deeper, no more than 3ft above
water. Hold RT across chest, leap into water with one leg forward.
Compact Jump Entry - ANSWERJump from LG station in deep water with RT across
chest and keep knees bent to absorb shock.
Run and Swim Entry - ANSWERGradual slope into water, RT across chest.
Obtaining Consent - ANSWER1. State name
2. State level of training
3. Ask for consent to help
4. Assess the problem
5. Explain plan of action
How long is the validity period of a certification and how do you get recertified? -
ANSWER2 years, take recertification class.
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) - ANSWERFacility specific, helps LGs to efficiently
perform their responsibilities. It should be facility specific to fit the certain needs and
characteristics of the facility.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - ANSWER1. Gloves
2. Resuscitation mask
3. Eyewear
4. Blood spill kit
Equipment Worn On Duty - ANSWER1. Rescue tube
2. Hip pack (holds gloves and mask)
3. Whistle
Common Pool Rules - ANSWER1. No running or rough play
2. No glass, alcohol or smoking
3. No swimming with open wounds
4. Swim only when a LG is on duty
5. Dive in designated areas
Equipped And Rescue Ready - ANSWERBe equipped with the proper equipment
necessary to be prepared to complete an emergency rescue.
Rotations - ANSWERIncoming LG should begin searching while walking towards the
station.
Outgoing LG should inform the incoming of any situation that needs special attention
and watch while leaving.
