Ellis and Associates Lifeguard Training fully solved 2023/2024

Ellis and Associates Lifeguard Training Professional Aspects - correct answers * Punctual - Arrive at work ahead of time. * In proper uniform - Look neat, clean, and easily identifiable as a lifeguard (shirt, hat/visor, sunglasses). * Prepared - Have the items you need to do the job (whistle, hydration, sun protection, etc.). * Pleasant - Act cordially to guests and coworkers at all times; smile :). * Attentive - Keep your eyes on the zone of protection and avoid distractions. * Vigilant - Maintain your lifeguarding skills at peak performance level (test-ready). * Knowledgeable - Know and enforce the facility rules. 10/20 protection standard rule - correct answers 10 seconds to see it and 20 seconds to get to the scene Distress - correct answers Patron who is having trouble Areas of danger - correct answers Glare Shadows Exits Right under chair Zone of protection - correct answers A lifeguard station or position is assigned a specific area of responsibility. Vigilance - correct answers Consistent and careful attention to your zones of protection. Signs of a guest in distress - correct answers *Body position - The body will be at a diagonal or vertical position. Legs are not kicking and arms are extended out to the side. It may look like the guest is trying to reach or grab for something. The guest may have turned toward safety (a lifeguard, a wall, or a lane line). *Movement - There will be little to no forward movement. *Appearance - All effort is expended to stay above the water. Eyes may be open or tightly closed. Long hair may cover the face. *Breathing - In an attempt to breathe, the head will usually be held back to keep the mouth above the surface of the water. The guest is attempting to concentrate only on breathing while on the surface. There may be little to no calling out for help. Types of drowning - correct answers Active drowning - victim may struggle on the surface of the water for a short period of time before submerging. Passive (silent) drowning - victims can slip quickly and silently beneath the surface of the water. The Drowning Process - correct answers Patrons to pay special attention to: - correct answers BSI - correct answers Body Substance Isolation (protection) - Self-care, gloves, water EAP - correct answers Emergency action plan Supplemental responders - correct answers staff members EMS - correct answers emergency medical services One short whistle blast - correct answers Get attention of guest(s) Two short whistle blows - correct answers Get attention of lifeguard(s) One long whistle blow - correct answers Activate the EAP Two long whistle blast - correct answers Indicate a major emergency Hand Signals - correct answers *Pointing - Give direction. Can be used with whistle blast to indicate to