| Job Title |
Beach Lifeguard |
| Job Description |
Patrols Public Beach Area To Monitor Activities Of Swimmers
And Prevent Illegal Conduct: Observes Activities In Assigned
Area On Foot, In Vehicle, Or From Tower Or Headquarters Building
With Binoculars To Detect Hazardous Conditions, Such As Swimmers
In Distress, Disturbances, Or Safety Infractions. Cautions
People Against Use Of Unsafe Beach Areas Or Illegal Conduct,
Such As Drinking Or Fighting, Using Megaphone. Rescues
Distressed Persons From Ocean Or Adjacent Cliffs, Using Rescue
Techniques And Equipment. Examines Injured Individuals,
Administers First Aid, And Monitors Vital Signs, Utilizing
Training, Antiseptics, Bandages, And Instruments, Such As
Stethoscope And Sphygmomanometer. Administers Artificial
Respiration, Utilizing Cardiopulmonary Or Mouth-to-mouth
Methods, Or Provides Oxygen To Revive Persons. Compiles
Emergency And Medical Treatment Report Forms And Maintains Daily
Information On Weather And Beach Conditions. Occasionally
Operates Switchboard Or Two-way Radio System To Maintain Contact
And Coordinate Activities Between Emergency Rescue Units.
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