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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 23 March 2010 19:16 |
Lifeguard Responsiblities
AGUA LINDA SWIMMING POOL
LIFEGUARD RESPONSIBILITES
1. The primary responsibility of the lifeguard is for the safety of the swimmers in the pool and on the pool premises. The lifeguard shall not socialize, read, talk on the phone, etc., while thee are swimmers in the pool. They should be familiar with telephone numbers to call for emergency assistance: 911, Eden Hospital, Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, Ambulance, PG&E, EBMUD. Check by phone for numbers.
2. Lifeguard must be at the pool on time and shall not leave until the time designated by the Board of Directors. If the lifeguard is not able to report for work or has to leave early, they must contact a Board Member so that alternative arrangements may be made.
3. Be familiar with the rules and regulations and ensure that they are followed at all times. At no time should the lifeguard feel threatened in carrying out their duties. If they do, they should either call a Board Member or the Sheriff’s Department. Should an injury occur requiring medical assistance, then the lifeguard should immediately call 911.
4. At times when there are no swimmers in the pool, the lifeguard shall:
a) Pick up any papers and other debris and put in garbage containers.
b) Clean the pool tile if necessary.
c) Maintain first aid kit and safety apparatus.
d) Skim leaves and other debris off the pool surface.
5. At the end of the last lifeguard shift make sure that all unsupervised under-age children have left the pool premises, or that a responsible adult member is supervising them. Children age 11 through 15 may not be at the pool alone after 6:00 pm.
6. Prior to leaving hose down the pool apron.
7. Advise the Gate guard of any matters of interest. Should a Gate guard not show up by 6:00 p.m., the lifeguard should call the Director responsible for Gate guards prior to leaving.
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