Lifeguard

Aliases: Lifesaver, Pool Guard, Beach Lifeguard

Industry/Sector(s): Sports, Physical Education, Fitness and Leisure

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Lifeguard is expected to perform include:

Making swimmers aware of dangerous situations and in an emergency carrying out a rescue procedure
Checking water temperature, pH and chlorine levels in the pool/water facility
Setting up pool equipment and placing safety equipment within reach of lifeguard station
Setting preventive measures for swimmers
Defining precautionary measures
Setting safety guidelines for swimmers to be followed at pool site
Assisting/providing instructions on various swimming strokes and jumps
Demonstrating correct use of equipment according to the policies and procedures of the swimming centre from time to time
Monitoring sea/pool conditions and setting up appropriate safety flags
Highlighting the common types of injuries that might occur and affect the participants in water
Maintaining his/her physical fitness in water and on land

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/10 hours every day. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 10^th
Certified training for Lifeguard (programme aligned to SPF/Q1104 released by Sports Education, Fitness and Leisure Sector Skill)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Ability to swim
Skilled in providing CPR, using artificial breathing and devices to resuscitate people
Proficiency in preparing concise reports and summary pool incidents/accident reports
In-depth knowledge of safety signs and instructions for swimmers/pool users
Skilled in self-defence/defence techniques required for rescue operations
Ability to use best accepted practices and principles of aquatic rescuing to enable prompt and appropriate responses to major aquatic emergencies
Knowledge of operating and maintaining aquatic equipment such as water filtration equipment, sanitation equipment, etc.
Equipped to use safety and flotation devices used by organization
Knowledge of safety and security guidelines for swimmer
Proficiency in various swimming techniques and strokes
Ability to swim as per emergency training requirements
Knowledge of physical limitations and fitness requirements for rescue operations
Knowledge of safety signs and instructions for swimmers/pool users
Basic knowledge of location of storage of safety equipment
Skilled in conflict resolution techniques to deal with difficult or aggressive clients

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Time management skills
Problem-solving skills
Decision-making skills

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Schools across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

Coming soon

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://www.niws.nic.in/profcourses.htm

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Intern → Lifeguard → Swimming Pool Manager

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For new entrants - Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Swimming pool clubs
Beach clubs
Hotels
Amusement parks

KEYWORDS

Lifeguard
Lifesaver
Pool Guard
Beach Lifeguard

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	3423.0501	Lifeguard
ISCO 2008	3423	Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
NIC 2008	93190	Other sports activities
QP Reference	SPF/Q1104	Lifeguard
NSQF	Level 4	Not available

REFERENCES

1	https://socialjustice.gov.in/
2	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_issues_in_athletics
3	http://www.niws.nic.in/profcourses.htm
4	http://www.timesjobs.com/candidate/JobDetailView.html?from=submit&adId=53321713&bc=INT&sequence=0&counter=1&siteparams=112p0000&utm_source=careerjet&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=careerjet
5	http://www.smg-insight.com/india-favourite-sports
6	http://www.censusindia.gov.in

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