QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
You notice a patron that is swimming laps who
suddenly slips under water without a struggle and does not resurface. This person is probably -
ANS passive victim
primary responsibilities of a lifeguard include - ANS pay attention to zone, safety equipment
inspect the pool
A child accidentally falls from the deck into the water and is in distress. After you activate the
emergency action plan (EAP), what steps should you take next? - ANS enter water, get victim
out ofwater
The size and shape of a lifeguard's zone should allow them to recognize and reach victim in the
furthest and deepest part of their zone within - ANS 30 seconds
While searching your zone, you notice a person motionless in the water. The steps you follow in
a water emergency are performed in the following order - ANS activate EAP, enter water,
rescue, safe exit point, remove victim from water, provide care.
While searching your zone, you witness a patron struggling while swimming and then go under
water. Which of the following applies? - ANS you are paid by law to save victim
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