Occupation: Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.

Reported Job Titles (10)

Core Tasks (10)

Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.
Inspect recreational equipment, such as rope tows, T-bars, J-bars, or chair lifts, for safety hazards and damage or wear.
Inspect recreational facilities for cleanliness.

Supplemental Tasks (5)

Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.
Operate underwater recovery units.
Provide assistance with staff selection, training, and supervision.
Provide assistance in the safe use of equipment, such as ski lifts.
Participate in recreational demonstrations to entertain resort guests.