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Effective Lifeguard Patron Surveillance and Victim Recognition Techniques

This training segment focuses on the critical elements of patron surveillance, including effective scanning, victim recognition, lifeguard station responsibilities, and emergency action plans (EAPs). Participants will engage in true or false assessments to understand the behaviors of drowning victims, recognize similarities between distressed swimmers and active drowning victims, and learn effective scanning techniques to ensure safety in their designated areas. By mastering these concepts, lifeguards can enhance their recognition skills and responsiveness to potential emergencies, ensuring all patrons' safety during aquatic activities.

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Effective Lifeguard Patron Surveillance and Victim Recognition Techniques

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  1. Patron Surveillance, Victim Recognition, Effective Scanning, EAP’s We’re almost finished!

  2. Patron Surveillance has four elements…. • Victim recognition • Effective scanning • Lifeguard stations • Area of responsibility

  3. DVD Segment: Effective Surveillance

  4. Victim Recognition…True or False • Drowning victims always cry out for help

  5. False!

  6. True or False… • Active drowning victims stay straight up and down in the water while struggling.

  7. True!

  8. True or False • Active drowning victims use a leg kick, not their arms, to help keep themselves afloat.

  9. False!

  10. True or False…. • Active drowning victims may struggle for 20 to 60 seconds before going under.

  11. True!

  12. True or False…. • Passive drowning victims can be submerged or on the surface.

  13. True!

  14. True or False…. • Distressed swimmer and active drowning victims look very similar in the water.

  15. False!

  16. True or False…. • Swimming can help an intoxicated person become sober.

  17. False!

  18. Effective Scanning • Scan people in your assigned area • Look above and below the surface • Scan from point to point • Scan crowded areas carefully • Do not be distracted

  19. Lifeguard Stations • Lifeguards will often switch positions to help them to stay alert

  20. Area of Responsibility • Lifeguard supervisor determines area of responsibility • This may be total coverage or zone coverage • Back-up coverage

  21. The RID Factor • Three reasons for drowning in supervised areas… R – Recognition: Failure of LG to recognize victim I – Intrusion: Intrusion of secondary duties D: Distraction: Distraction from watching patrons

  22. Patron Surveillance at Play Structures • Pay close attention to non-swimmers • Watch that patrons return to surface after dropping into water • Keep play orderly and safe

  23. Emergency Action Plans • Detailed plans describing everyone’s responsibilities during an emergency • Should be practiced during in-services • Should be in policy/procedure manual

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