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MAINTAINING VIGILANCE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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MAINTAINING VIGILANCE EXAMQUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Vigilance - Answer-s being alert, attentive and always prepared to react while on watch
station rotation - Answer-occurs when one lifeguard assumes the responsibilities from
another lifeguard.Moving from one duty station to another may seem simple, but it is a
period of increased risk for guests due to its potential impact on lifeguard vigilance
When rotating lifeguard stations, you will: - Answer-• Ensure that the 10/20 Protection
Standard is always maintained
• Avoid distractions that may prevent you from recognizing a guest in distress
• Be ready to react to any guest situation
• Perform a proactive bottom scan of your zone
Proactive Bottom Scan - Answer-conducted prior to accepting and also when exiting
zone of protection responsibilities. This scan is a careful check of the bottom of the zone
that is already being protected by another lifeguard
Keep Your Rotation Safe - Answer--Always maintain the 10/20 Protection Standard
while rotating
-When rotating in and rotating out, you must complete a Proactive Bottom Scan
-Keep communication to a minimum
-Face the zone when communicating during rotation -If exchanging equipment, do so in
a safe way that will not compromise your 10/20 Protection Standard
five minute scanning strategy® - Answer-involves changing your posture every five (5)
minutes to stay alert. You might move from a sitting position to a standing or roving
position
Rotational task balance - Answer-involves alternating your primary duty to watch your
zone with other activities such as cleaning, slide dispatch, life jacket distribution,
customer service, and breaks. Moving in and out of your primary duty that requires you
to maintain the 10/20 Protection Standard can help keep you more alert.
Strategic breaks - Answer-Breaks help keep you refreshed. There are certain points
during your shift when a break will have the most positive impact on your ability to stay
alert. Your supervisor will schedule your breaks accordingly
Personal self-care - Answer-Getting adequate sleep, eating healthy, staying hydrated,
exercising regularly, and wearing the proper clothing for the environment can help you
stay alert at work.
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