NWSA TTT-1
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, NWSA TTT-1 PRACTICE EXAM
1. What is the primary purpose of a lifeguard’s rescue tube?
a)To assist swimmers with flotation only
b) To protect the lifeguard during a rescue and provide flotation support
for the victim
c) To use as a visual signaling device only
d) To tow the lifeguard boat to the victim
Answer: b) To protect the lifeguard during a rescue and provide
flotation support for the victim
Rationale: The rescue tube serves both as a flotation device to support the
victim and as a protective tool for the lifeguard during physical contact
rescues, reducing risk to the rescuer.
2. When performing a spinal injury rescue in deep water, what is the
safest technique to use?
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,a)Head splint with backboard removal immediately
b) Backward swim with the victim supported on a rescue tube until
spinal immobilization on shore
c) Front crawl swim to the victim and drag to shore without head support
d) Remove the victim from water immediately with no stabilization
Answer: b) Backward swim with the victim supported on a rescue tube
until spinal immobilization on shore
Rationale: Maintaining spinal alignment during the rescue is critical. The
backward swim allows the lifeguard to stabilize the victim’s head and neck
with
the rescue tube, preventing further injury.
3. Which of the following signals indicates an emergency in progress?
a)One arm raised vertically
b) Both arms waving side to side
c) A whistle blown in a series of short bursts
d) Hands on hips standing still
Answer: b) Both arms waving side to side
Rationale: Both arms waving side to side is an internationally recognized
distress signal used by victims to indicate they need immediate help.
4. What is the recommended ratio of lifeguards to swimmers in a pool that
is 25 meters long and 10 meters wide?
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, a) 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers
b) 1 lifeguard per 100 swimmers
c) 1 lifeguard per 25 swimmers
d) 1 lifeguard per 75 swimmers
Answer: a) 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers
Rationale: The National Water Safety Association recommends a
maximum of 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers to ensure adequate supervision
and rapid response.
5. When should a lifeguard activate the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
a)Only after a victim is rescued from the water
b) Immediately when an emergency is recognized or suspected
c) When a victim requests help
d) After contacting emergency medical services (EMS)
Answer: b) Immediately when an emergency is recognized or suspected
Rationale: The EAP should be activated as soon as an emergency is
identified to ensure a prompt, coordinated, and effective response.
6. During a primary assessment, what is the first thing a lifeguard should
check?
a)Breathing
b) Pulse
c) Responsiveness (consciousness)
d) Bleeding
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PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWER
LATEST 2025
THIS EXAM CONTAINS:
✓ NWSA TTT-1 PRACTICE EXAM
✓ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWER
✓ RATIONALES 2025
✓ MULTIPLE CHOICES [A-D]
✓ COMPLETE A GUIDE
MBOFFIN
✓ 100% GUARANTEED PASS
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, NWSA TTT-1 PRACTICE EXAM
1. What is the primary purpose of a lifeguard’s rescue tube?
a)To assist swimmers with flotation only
b) To protect the lifeguard during a rescue and provide flotation support
for the victim
c) To use as a visual signaling device only
d) To tow the lifeguard boat to the victim
Answer: b) To protect the lifeguard during a rescue and provide
flotation support for the victim
Rationale: The rescue tube serves both as a flotation device to support the
victim and as a protective tool for the lifeguard during physical contact
rescues, reducing risk to the rescuer.
2. When performing a spinal injury rescue in deep water, what is the
safest technique to use?
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,a)Head splint with backboard removal immediately
b) Backward swim with the victim supported on a rescue tube until
spinal immobilization on shore
c) Front crawl swim to the victim and drag to shore without head support
d) Remove the victim from water immediately with no stabilization
Answer: b) Backward swim with the victim supported on a rescue tube
until spinal immobilization on shore
Rationale: Maintaining spinal alignment during the rescue is critical. The
backward swim allows the lifeguard to stabilize the victim’s head and neck
with
the rescue tube, preventing further injury.
3. Which of the following signals indicates an emergency in progress?
a)One arm raised vertically
b) Both arms waving side to side
c) A whistle blown in a series of short bursts
d) Hands on hips standing still
Answer: b) Both arms waving side to side
Rationale: Both arms waving side to side is an internationally recognized
distress signal used by victims to indicate they need immediate help.
4. What is the recommended ratio of lifeguards to swimmers in a pool that
is 25 meters long and 10 meters wide?
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, a) 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers
b) 1 lifeguard per 100 swimmers
c) 1 lifeguard per 25 swimmers
d) 1 lifeguard per 75 swimmers
Answer: a) 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers
Rationale: The National Water Safety Association recommends a
maximum of 1 lifeguard per 50 swimmers to ensure adequate supervision
and rapid response.
5. When should a lifeguard activate the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
a)Only after a victim is rescued from the water
b) Immediately when an emergency is recognized or suspected
c) When a victim requests help
d) After contacting emergency medical services (EMS)
Answer: b) Immediately when an emergency is recognized or suspected
Rationale: The EAP should be activated as soon as an emergency is
identified to ensure a prompt, coordinated, and effective response.
6. During a primary assessment, what is the first thing a lifeguard should
check?
a)Breathing
b) Pulse
c) Responsiveness (consciousness)
d) Bleeding
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