Lifeguard Requirements
All water-related activities must be
guarded by enough certified lifeguards to ensure safety. There should be NO
"unguarded areas" during water activities. A staff member who serves as
lifeguard must be certified through one of the following:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Advanced Lifesaving
- YMCA Lifeguard
- Lifeguard BSA
- The National Lifeguard Service’s registered lifeguard certificate
(Canada)
- The Royal Life Saving Society’s Canada Bronze Medallion and aquatic
instructor’s certificate
- Water Safety Instruction (WSI) certification
- Equivalent Certification
A current certification must be verified at the event with a copy of the
certification document.
NOTE 1: Lifeguards must be registered youth workers over age 21. A
15 to 20 year old may be a lifeguard only if they are a “Registered Youth
Worker Assistant” (special registered youth worker designation for 15–20
year olds).
NOTE 2: Personal flotation devices (PFD) must be worn at all times
while participating in rowing, boating and canoeing activities. In addition,
PFDs must be worn by all participants while in any boat less than 26 feet in
length. All PFDs should be U.S. Coast Guard or Canadian Coast Guard approved
proper size, type, and fit for each user. These must be Type I, II, or III
PFDs designed to support the weight of each user.
We will follow all water safety laws or regulations as legislated by local,
state, provincial, or federal governments.
Updated:
03/17/2008
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