BSA Lifeguard Review

What is the minimum age of the supervisor required by the Safe Swim Defense plan?

• 14

• 16

• 18

• 21

What training is required for the supervisor under the Safe Swim Defense plan?

• BSA Safe Swim Defense

• CPR and Standard First Aid

• BSA Swimming and Water Rescue

• BSA Lifeguard or Red Cross Lifeguarding

What evidence of fitness for swimming is required under the Safe Swim Defense plan?

• Signed release of liability

• Signed heath history form

• Signed member application

• Signed permission to seek medical attention

What additional training must be valid for the BSA Lifeguard certification to be valid?

• Safe Swim Defense & Safety Afloat

• Aquatics Supervision: Swimming & Water Rescue

• Aquatics Supervision & Youth Protection Training

• First Aid & CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

What is the minimum age specified in the National Camp Standards to serve as lifeguard?

• 14 years old

• 15 years old

• 16 years old

• 18 years old

What is the ,meaning of negligence as a legal consideration for lifeguards?

• The minimum level of required care

• A failure to provide appropriate care that results in harm

• The victim's refusal of on-scene care

• A moral responsibility to act with care

What are some things you can do as a lifeguard, not on surveillance duty, to facilitate communication with an adult leader?

• Stand and make eye contact with the adult

• Suggest the adult speak with your supervisor

• Always have a buddy witness the conservation

• Request the adult make an appointment with the adult

According to the Safe Swim Defense, what is the maximum recommended water depth when in swimming in turbid water?

• 8 feet

• 9 feet

• 10 feet

• 12 feet

What activities are not permitted when swimming in turbid water?

• Run-and-swim entry

• Stride or compact entry

• Opening the eyes underwater

• Diving & underwater swimming

What is the minimum depth when jumping feet-first into water?

• Waist-deep

• Chest-deep

• Shoulder-deep

• Over the head