YMCA Lifeguard Manual Study Guide
PACA-P Correct Answer-Problem/situation
PACA-1A Correct Answer-Alternative
PACA-C Correct Answer-Consequences
PACA-2A Correct Answer-Action/Decision
Q-1-2 Purpose Correct Answer-Keeps consistency and fairness
Q-(1)-2 Warning Correct Answer-I saw...
That is...
Please...
Q-1-(2) Action (Child) Correct Answer-Enforce a break time from pool
activity
Q-1-(2) Action (Adult) Correct Answer-Ask patron to leave
Complete zone scanning time Correct Answer-<10 Seconds
(whistle) one short blast Correct Answer-Get swimmer's attention
, (whistle) two short blasts Correct Answer-Get lifeguard's attention
(whistle) one long blast Correct Answer-Initiate emergency procedures
Role as a class lifeguard Correct Answer-Solely provide lifeguarding
services
Responsibility at camps Correct Answer-Wrist band swim test
Vigilance (definition) Correct Answer-"state of readiness to detect and
respond to environment changes"
EAP purpose Correct Answer-"For handling the variety of emergencies
that might reasonably be expected to occur"
When calling 911 DO NOT... Correct Answer-Provide situational
assumptions
EAP Lifeguard #1 Role Correct Answer-Perform Rescue
Provide CPR/AED use
EAP Lifeguard #2 Role Correct Answer-Send patrons to locker rooms
Assist Lifeguard #1 with care for patient
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