Pool attendant
The purpose of this program is to provide the knowledgerequired to operate wading pools and slide landing basins in situations wherethereis no assistant lifeguard or lifeguard. It teaches the lifesavingskillsneeded to preventinjury and promote the safe use of aquaticfacilities. The course highlights the roles and responsibilities of the attendant and trains participants to analyze, identify, control and eliminaterisks and hazards in the facility.
Candidates willlearn not onlyprevention techniques, but also how to monitor, recognize and intervention in emergency situations.
Duration
- 4 to 6 hours
Prerequisite
- 14 yearsand emergency first-aidcertificate
Validity
- 2 years
A lifesavinginstructor can teachthis course