YMCA lifeguarding exam with correct answers

What is the important emotional and physical fitness for a lifeguard? you have to have a good attitude and be physically fit. What are some decision making tools you have access to as a lifeguard? PACA problem alternatives consequences action What is the Q12 prevention system? Question someone before they make risks 1. give them a warning 2. take a break What is entire area coverage? when a single lifeguard supervises an entire area. Used when thers a few swimmers. What is zone coverage? When the swimming area is broken into smaller zones so that the lifeguards can adapt to a dynamic aquatic situations What is emergency coverage? When two lifeguards are on duty and one is making a rescue. the second resumes coverage. Advantagem and disadvantage of elevated lifeguard chairs better view points and reduce distractions. disadvantage is blind spots and jumping from height. Advantage and disadvantages of lower chairs no blind spots but more prone to distractions Days that have day camps or special groups, what should you do to ensure the swimming ability of the patrons? give a swim test to anyone of concern What to do if patrons are deaf? give intrusctions with hands and no voice what to do if patrons are blind? use your voice and no hand signals Why rules necessary for aquatic facilitie? keeps the enviroment safe and enjoyable? Why is consistent enforcement of the rules important? so that nobody thinks their being unfairly treated What happens if you are disregarded as a lifeguard? summon the manager or assitant manager what are some high risk areas in pools? entrance, pool deck, obstructions on pool deck, ladders, pool gutters,lifelines, and the water