ISCO Occupation Group 5419.6 Life Guard
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Life Guard: Life guards monitor and ensure safety in the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to any emergencies. They identify potential risks, advise individuals on proper behaviour and dangerous zones, conduct life-saving techniques such as first aid and supervise activities of the general public.
Essential Skills
- Security Threats
- Assist Pool Users
- Health, Safety And Hygiene Legislation
- Provide Advice On Safety
- Handle Veterinary Emergencies
- Control Crowd
- Provide First Aid
- Supervise Pool Activities
- React Calmly In Stressful Situations
- First Aid
- Practice Vigilance
- Swim
- Rescue Bathers
- Tolerate Stress
- Swimming Pool Safety Guidelines
Optional Skills
- Maintain Quality Of Pool Water
- Deal With Aggressive Behaviour
- Operate Fire Extinguishers
- Promote Equality In Sport Activities
- Manage Major Incidents
- Restrain Individuals
- Execute Administration
- Maintain Pool Cleanliness
- Assist Emergency Services
- Give Swimming Lessons
- Manage Theft Prevention
- Operate Radio Equipment
- Contribute To The Safeguarding Of Children
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Monitor Infrastructure
- Manage Lost And Found Articles
- Handle Conflicts
- Liaise With Security Authorities
- Swimming Pool Chemicals
- Manage Emergency Evacuation Plans
Alternative Names
- Pool Attendant
- Beach Lifeguard
- Swimming Pool Lifeguard
- Lifeguard
- Lifesaver
- Rescuer
