lifeguard review (american red cross)Correct Questions & Answers!!

primary responsibility of a lifeguard - ANSWER to prevent drowning and other injuries from occurring at their aquatic center 5 characteristics of lifeguard - ANSWER 1. knowledge and skilled ble e eous and consistent ive lifeguards should - ANSWER always be attentive and sit or stand upright when on surveillance duty 5 steps that lifeguard should take when obtaining consent from an injured or ill person before providing first aid or emergency care - ANSWER 1. state your name 2. state your level of training 3. ask if you can help 4. explain that you would like to assess them to find out what you think may be wrong or what you can do to help 5. explain what you plan to do what is the validity period of an american red cross lifeguarding certification? how does an ARC certified lifeguard get recertified? - ANSWER -valid for 2 years -additional training may be required to meet the state and local regulations or facility specific policies -to re certify, ARC certified lifeguards w a current certification may participate in a review course -individuals w an expired ARC lifeguard/first aid/AED certification may participate in the full lifeguarding course EAP (stand for) - ANSWER Emergency Action Plan Personal protective equipment for a lifeguard - ANSWER -gloves -resuscitation masks -gowns -shields -protective eye wear equipment that should always be worn or carried by lifeguard at all times while on duty - ANSWER -rescue tube-should be worn at all tim