Description
Life guards monitor and ensure safety in the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to any emergencies. They identify potential risks, advise individuals on proper behaviour and dangerous zones, conduct life-saving techniques such as first aid and supervise activities of the general public.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
tolerate stressprovide first aidadvise on safety measurespractice vigilancerescue bathershandle veterinary emergenciesassist pool usersswimcontrol crowdsupervise pool activitiesreact calmly in stressful situationsoperate fire extinguishersliaise with security authoritiesrestrain individualsmanage major incidentsoperate radio equipmentmanage lost and found articlesdeal with aggressive behaviourmanage emergency evacuation plansmaintain quality of pool waterassist emergency servicesgive swimming lessonsperform clerical dutiesmonitor swimming-pool infrastructuremaintain pool cleanlinessmanage theft preventionpromote equality in sport activitiescontribute to the safeguarding of children