Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
2. 02Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
3. 03Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
4. 04Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.
5. 05Operate underwater recovery units.
6. 06Provide assistance with staff selection, training, and supervision.
7. 07Participate in recreational demonstrations to entertain resort guests.
8. 08Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
9. 09Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
10. 10Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
11. 11Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
12. 12Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.

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