The tasks a Lifeguard is expected to perform include:
Making swimmers aware of dangerous situations and in an emergency carrying out a rescue procedure
Checking water temperature, pH and chlorine levels in the pool/water facility
Setting up pool equipment and placing safety equipment within reach of lifeguard station
Setting preventive measures for swimmers
Defining precautionary measures
Setting safety guidelines for swimmers to be followed at pool site
Assisting/providing instructions on various swimming strokes, jumps
Demonstrating correct use of equipment according to the policies and procedures of the swimming center from time to time
Monitoring sea/pool conditions and setting up appropriate safety flags
Highlighting the common types of injuries that might occur and affect the participants in water
Maintaining his/her physical fitness in water and on land