Persuasive Speech On Lifeguarding

Sitting out in the sun all day, hanging with your coworkers, and getting a killer tan are some of the main reasons teenagers want to become lifeguards. Of course getting a tan and hanging out with friends are benefits to the job, lifeguarding is a huge responsibility. Many teens that get a summer job in this line of work do not understand how important and critical it is to pay attention to their water and know all the lifeguarding material. Of course lifeguarding is fun and has great perks, but being knowledgeable about your job should be every lifeguard’s first priority. Now I’ve got my point across, let’s dive into the three things to remember when lifeguarding: Scanning on Stand, CPR, and the EAP (Emergency Action Plan).
SCANNING ON STAND When on stand, the lifeguard may remain sitting, standing, or walking. When doing these, make sure to switch it up to keep you alert. Using these techniques can help a lifeguard stay focused and energized. When on

Tip the head back
2. Open the air way by pulling the jaw away from the head
3. Place CPR mask over both the nose and the mouth (shown on right)
4. Give two rescue breaths
5. Place hands at the center of the victims chest
6. Place one hand onto a fist
7. Place the other hand on top of the first hand and lace fingers into each other from each hand
8. Stiffen arms and use the upper body to press down on the victims chest
9. Press down thirty times or until the victim is conscious
10. Use the “and” method to count (“one and two and three and four and five…”)
11. Repeat this process until the victims is conscious or EMS has arrived

EAP

The EAP or Emergency Action Plan is a plan set up for each pool when there is an emergency. This can occur when:
• There has been a rescue
• Code Adam is put into action
• Someone needs EMS
• There is a dangerous patron

Code Adam is the term lifeguards use when a patron goes missing at the pool. During any of these emergency procedures make sure to know the whistle