Description
Monitor pools, beaches, and other aquatic areas to prevent accidents, enforce safety rules, and respond to water-related emergencies.
- • Rescue distressed swimmers using approved techniques and equipment.
- • Activate emergency action plans and contact EMS for serious injuries.
- • Patrol and monitor aquatic areas from towers, stands, and on foot.
- • Assess and provide first aid, CPR, and AED care using training and supplies.
- • Educate patrons on water safety and facility rules; provide basic instruction as needed.
- • Warn patrons of rip currents, lightning, unsafe conditions, or prohibited behavior.
- • Complete and maintain logs of weather, water conditions, rescues, and treatments.
- • Inspect and maintain rescue equipment, backboards, AEDs, and radios.
- • Assist with lifeguard selection, onboarding, in-service training, and supervision.
- • Inspect pools, decks, and beaches for hazards and cleanliness; remove or report issues.
- • Observe swimmers using scanning techniques and binoculars to detect hazards.
- • Assist patrons with the safe use of aquatic features such as slides and diving boards.
- • Participate in search and recovery or sub-surface scans when trained and authorized.
- • Conduct safety briefings or demonstrations during special events.
- • Test and record pool chemical levels and report or adjust to maintain water quality.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
