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note that a person with a physical disability (such as the loss of a leg) might have to modify a stroke but that person's unique swimming style can soon be recognized.

anyone who is submerged or floating facedown and motionless for 30 seconds should be considered a passive drowning victim. lifeguards should check the victim's condition immediately. if the victim is conscious and was just holding his or her breath, the patron needs to be directed to stop doing so.

water slides are long, winding slides usually made of fiberglass or concrete.

be careful not to strike other patrons when extending the reaching pole or shepherd's crook to the victim during the assist.

clean up spills immediately or as soon as possible after the spill occurs.

do not touch the victim while defibrillating. someone could be shocked.

of the 7000 people bitten by snakes each year in the united states, less than five die.

child and infant resuscitation masks are available and should be used to care for children and infants.

when assisting an emergency childbirth, do not hold the woman's knees together, this will not slow the birth process and may complicate the birth or harm the baby.

to care for burns, first stop the burning by removing the person from the source of the burn.

a victim who can talk is conscious and breathing.

when conducting surveillance, lifeguards should look for behavior that indicates a patron needs immediate assistance.

someone with a complete airway obstruction cannot cough, speak or breathe. get consent before helping a choking victim.

to be a successful professional lifeguard, candidates must work hard and be dedicated.