NPLQ Pool Safety and Lifeguard 2

Question 1

A lifeguard notices a swimmer at the bottom of the pool who is not moving. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Activate the emergency action plan and enter the water

Answer

When a submerged non-moving swimmer is identified, the lifeguard must immediately activate the EAP and perform a rescue without delay.

Question 2

Which zone scanning technique requires a lifeguard to visually cover their entire zone before moving on?

Accepted Answer

Systematic scanning

Answer

Systematic scanning involves methodically moving the eyes across the entire zone in a structured pattern to ensure no area is missed.

Question 3

A pool patron reports that another swimmer appears to be having a seizure in the water. The lifeguard's FIRST priority is to:

Accepted Answer

Support the swimmer's head above water and signal for backup

Answer

During an in-water seizure, the lifeguard should support the victim's head above water to prevent drowning and signal for additional help.

Question 4

What is the recommended scanning interval for a lifeguard to complete a full zone scan?

Accepted Answer

Every 30 seconds

Answer

Lifeguards should complete a full zone scan every 30 seconds to ensure timely detection of distressed swimmers.

Question 5

Which of the following is a passive drowning victim characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Floating face-down near the pool surface with no movement

Answer

A passive drowning victim is typically motionless and face-down, having already lost consciousness in the water.

(NPLQ) National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Practice Test