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Lifeguard Training Scenarios - South Hills Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
You notice a child struggling to stay above water in the shallow end. What is the best response?✔✔ Use a rescue tube to quickly assist them and bring them to safety.
A guest approaches you complaining of dizziness and nausea after swimming. What should you do?✔✔ Have them sit in a shaded area, provide water, and monitor their condition while calling for medical assistance if needed.
You see a group of swimmers attempting to hold their breath underwater for an extended time.How should you respond?✔✔ Intervene immediately and educate them on the dangers of breath-holding contests.
A person is running near the pool deck and slips but gets up quickly. What should you do?✔✔ Check if they are injured and remind them to walk to prevent future accidents.
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A swimmer is panicking and grabbing onto another guest in the water. What should you do?✔✔ Perform a rear approach rescue to safely separate them and bring the distressed swimmer to safety.
You hear thunder while lifeguarding an outdoor pool. What is the correct action?✔✔ Clear the pool and surrounding area immediately and follow the facility’s lightning protocol.
A child is seen holding onto the lane rope for an extended period and struggling to move. What should you do?✔✔ Ask if they need assistance and provide help as needed to get them to safety.
You see an unconscious person in the water while scanning your zone. What is the first action to take?✔✔ Activate the emergency action plan and perform an immediate water rescue.
A guest tells you their friend is experiencing severe chest pain near the pool. What is your response?✔✔ Call for emergency medical services and assist the person while monitoring their condition.
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