Are There Guidelines for Guards Stands on Pool Decks?
QUESTION:
“Are there guidelines for where to place guard stands on pool deck? I want to move one of mine and want to make sure I am allowed to.”
Answer 1:
Do a zone validation. Can each guard cover their assigned zone, and respond accordingly? Dimensions and pool use dictate the coverage needed.
Answer 2:
ASK Drills help lifeguards and facility managers understand zone challenges. They are used to identify what lifeguards can and cannot see from each lifeguard station.
Answer 3:
Check with your local Health Dept. Our State/County code states that a lifeguard has to be able to get to a distressed patron in less than 20 seconds.
Also that a lifeguard is needed every 3,400 sq feet of pool space.
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