Get Rescue Ready, Stay Vigilant, and Expect the Unexpected. Welcome to the beginning of summer 2021! We know you are excited to start the season and might be a little bit nervous too and that’s okay. Your training has prepared you for this! Just remember to use what you have learned from lifeguard class, brush up on your skills, and…
This summer was unlike any other, and lifeguarding was no exception. With all the changes and alterations that businesses had to make to stay open, we couldn’t forget about the very people who made this summer possible: you! That’s why we recently sat down with one of our exceptional lifeguards, Andrew Wake in Virginia. We spoke to Andrew during a…
Let’s finish this season strong by remaining rescue ready! Thank you for joining our team in what has been one of our most memorable pool seasons. Around this time of year, it’s tempting to think of the fall months and get distracted by school and other obligations while on duty. Just because the swim season is coming to a close,…
For what many consider a summer job, lifeguards have a lot more responsibility than expected. Sure, there’s the always-expected attribute of physical fitness, and they have to be ready to rescue at a moment’s notice. But let’s take those qualities away from the equation and … they still have an important, demanding responsibility. That’s because lifeguards are also responsible for…
It’s important for all lifeguards to be well informed and confident around chemicals. In some states lifeguards may be asked to regularly test the water quality and adjust the chlorination. That’s why all lifeguards are required to take the OSHA Chemical Handling webinar. This training teaches lifeguards how to safely work around chemicals that could be potentially hazardous. The OSHA…
Blue skies and perfect weather are ideal for pool days. However, that can’t be the case every single day. Summer storms happen. When they do, it’s your job as a lifeguard to keep everyone safe at your pool. There are different measures that you should take in different weather situations. Here’s what you need to do in each scenario. Heavy…
You know more than anyone that there is A LOT that goes into lifeguarding. But you’re doing a great job! We don’t want your efforts to go unpraised. Stay confident and keep up the good work. Here are five reasons why you’re an awesome lifeguard! 1. You Show Up! We know that getting out of bed to go to work…
Most times swimming pools offer a fun and relaxed environment. However, sometimes you may run into a disruptive guest. As a lifeguard, it’s your job to properly and safely handle these situations. What is a disruptive guest? A disruptive guest is anyone who doesn’t follow pool rules, makes the pool unsafe, makes pool guests uncomfortable, or ruins others’ pool enjoyment….
The Fourth of July is next week! This means pools will be full of swimmers, and festivities will begin! Are you ready? Everyone loves to enjoy the pool on the Fourth of July, so get ready to be extra diligent while you’re on duty. Make sure that you’re a superstar lifeguard during your shift, but don’t forget to enjoy the…
Distractions are everywhere, but don’t let them get in the way of being an awesome lifeguard! It’s already tough enough to tame our internal thoughts while on the job! Cell phones and other outside distractions can make it difficult for guards to focus. When you’re on duty you need to be in a position where you’re alert, aware, and ready…
