Wednesday 28 May 2008

Life guards

Role

• To ensure the safety of swimmers in and around the pool – supervise groups
• Enforce safety rules
• Capable of rescuing people who get into difficulties in the water
• Promote swimming lessons
• Main duty involves overseeing the safety of all bathers
• Cleaning and checking equipment, pool water testing
• Reporting any maintenance requirements
• Record all incidents in appropriate bookAttend management meetings

Skills / qualifications:
• Must hold relevant up to date qualifications like the National Pool Lifeguard Award
• A knowledge and qualification in first aid is also desirable
• Needs to be physically fit
• Able to work as a team member
• Able to deal with the public
• Expected to work evenings and weekends
• Attend training sessions

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