Water safety instructor vs ocean lifeguard

Differences between water safety instructor and ocean lifeguard duties and responsibilities

Water safety instructor example responsibilities.

• Examine injure persons and administer first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
• Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary.
• Work on-site to cover HUD and OSHA inspector protocol, EPA regulations, and OSHA policies, practice and procedures.
• Substitute for yoga and water aerobics as needed
• Assist and maintain associated paperwork and documentation to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Maintain general appearance and cleanliness of assign area and perform general housekeeping of assign area; maintain water safety equipment.
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Ocean lifeguard example responsibilities.

• Educate children in small groups about beach awareness, marine life, first aid and CPR.
• Provide first aid treatment and CPR to patrons and maintain the beach while answering all patrons questions
• Patrol or monitor recreational areas such as and swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
• Provide first responder medical emergency aid.
• Receive extensive first responder and advance water-rescue training.
• Coordinate and participate in patrol events and lifeguard competition.
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