Lake and Ocean Lifeguards: A Comparison Lake and ocean lifeguards work very similar jobs but have distinct differences. Lifeguards are trained in skills in order to protect and serve the public. The history of lifeguards is quite recent since actual lifeguards have only been around for the past 100 years. Lake and ocean lifeguards have a similar skill set, yet their distinct locations makes a major difference in what is required of them. While lake lifeguards and ocean lifeguards perform many of the same duties and earn a similar salary, there are distinct differences between them. 1. History of Lifeguards Lifeguards have been around for just about 100 years with quite a bit of history. To start off with, “Lifeguards not being present at all …show more content…
A lake lifeguard “enforces lake ordinances and rules, prohibiting such activities as use of illegal flotation devices and swimming in restricted areas.” He or she also “reports other incidents such as capsized boats, violations of boating regulations, drinking alcoholic beverages or fights to the senior lifeguard [or] supervisor” (“Lake Lifeguards”). Consequently, this gives other lake lifeguards the ability to work together and communicate with the public more often. Another duty is that the lifeguard “observes parking, dock, and launch areas for instances of unacceptable activity such as speeding boats, unsafe launches, illegal parking, or drinking alcoholic beverages” as well as “issues warnings for minor offenses and issues citations in cases of repeated or serious offenses” (“Lake Lifeguard”). This means lake lifeguards are the first response in law enforcement emergencies and in order to keep safety among the public on the lake. The lifeguards on duty respond “to such incidents as burning, capsized, or sinking boats,” operate “fire fighting and pumping equipment,” attach “tow lines,” and swim “to effect rescues” (“Lake Lifeguard”). In other words, lake lifeguards have many jobs that require first responder skills. These specific duties for lake lifeguards set the job apart from ocean
the drum- lines program with hooks like needles is working even though sometimes it’s a false call but it is keeping every one safe so far. In my opinion, I think that the main reason there is shark attacks because of crowded beaches. I think that because there is so many people in the water that you can’t sea your surroundings.
The Miami Beach Patrol are responsible for providing ocean life guarding for 7 miles of beach, via 29 lifeguard towers and four sub-headquarters. They are extremely well-prepared
When formed by legislation in 1935, the Colorado State Patrol was created to “…promote safety, protect human life and preserve the highways of this state by the courteous and strict enforcement of the laws and regulations of this state relating to highways and the traffic on such highways” (CRS 24-33.5-201). Originally named the “Courtesy Patrol,” over the last 76 years the Colorado State Patrol has evolved into a comprehensive and complex law enforcement agency, without forgetting its original mission. Through the dedication to its members, both past and present, distinguished professional standards, and industry-leading technical competence, the Colorado State Patrol has stayed true to its traditions while taking on changing law enforcement challenges.
The duties and responsibilities of the fire department are most importantly responding to fires and other emergencies that involve the assistance from the department such as vehicle accidents, flooding, emergency rescue, and first aid response. When it comes to a fire departments duties and responsibilities when it comes to mutual aid agreements it is to coordinate planning, multiply the response resources available to any one jurisdiction, ensure timely arrival of aid, arrange for specialized resources, and minimize administrative conflict and litigation post-response.
Game wardens on the other had to require a background, game warders are also known as wild officer which allows them to carry guns, just in case they come upon other dangers. But the major differences between a game warden and a Parks ranger is focused on protecting the wildlife and the environment. For game warden it is mostly focused on enforcing the fish and game laws in the state of
One former trainer specifically claimed there have been more than 70 incidents at SeaWorld and
Forty hands shot up pointing towards the bottom of the old twisty slide following the long dreadful whistle no one ever wants to hear. Two other lifeguards and I jumped up off the shaded break bench and rushed towards the scene with the heavy backboard and AED bag in hand. The routine save played like a movie through my head as I arrived. I stopped. I knew from there on out this wasn't going to be emotionally an easy save. It wasn't a child who swallowed too much water or an adult who got nervous because they forgot how to swim, it was a fellow lifeguard, a friend.
To be a successful lifeguard, you must like to be in the sun and you need to be very patient with pool patrons. They can be very rude to you, especially the older crowd who has trouble dealing with a teenager telling them that they can not throw their child in the air.
Have you ever accidentally hit an Olympic gold medalist in the face? Hopefully you haven’t... Unfortunately, I have. It was a warm, summer day at the beach club where I work. The waves were crashing down in the ocean several yards away, and dozens of high-energy children and chronically-nervous parents were enjoying the last week of summer before the school year started. Lifeguarding here was my first job ever, and up to this point it had been going great.
Sea world is not a safe place for the trainers much less the animals. Marine animal parks have had many cases
I began as a lifeguard and within a year I was promoted to a head lifeguard. A year later I was the manager of a staff of 50 of my peers. This job has been demanding mentally and emotionally. I have had to schedule a semester's worth of lifeguard shifts, plan and run week long training events and be a leader to my peers. I have had to be the disciplinarian to lifeguards who were unable to fulfill their duties, I have has to write my peers up, require my peers to go to extra training and even fire some of my peers. These are not things I enjoy doing, but they are vital to the safety of our facility. Our job as lifeguards is to prevent injury and if that is not possible then we need to be fully trained and prepared to deal with any emergency at any time. I expect these requirements along with good attitudes and respect for our members and our facility from every single one of my lifeguards. However, not all my lifeguards agree with my standard. Some feel I am too intense and serious about lifeguarding, but what they don’t know is I have had members of past facilities pass away. My lifeguards have done everything correct, they knew their CPR and the Emergency Action Plan and the patron still passed away. Because of this instance, I hold high
As an employee of The New York City Fire Department, it is our duty to know its mission state and what its internal core analysis consists off. “As first responders to fires, public safety and medical emergencies, disasters and terrorist acts, the FDNY protects the lives and property of New York City residents and visitors. The Department advances public safety through its fire prevention, investigation and education programs. The timely delivery of these services enables the FDNY to make significant contributions to the safety of New York City and homeland security efforts. The New York City Fire Department’s internal core analysis consists of: Service: the department continues its unwavering call to protect and serve. Bravery: courage is the foundation of each character. Bravery is the ability to overcome fear through fortitude, instinct, compassion for others and training. Safety: our citizens must be reasonably free from danger, especially deliberate, harmful acts. With the best equipment and training, the department can reduce the risk to the public and its members at fires, emergencies and medical incidents. Honor: the enormous commitment necessary to perform the department’s tasks requires excellence of character. They inspire each other through pride in the unit, which is a belief that every action reflects on all the members of the unit, both past and present. Dedication: a commitment to the objectives to their mission is an essential part of their code of conduct. The faithful observance of duty, calls for the FDNY to fulfill their obligations professionally and honestly. Preparedness: by combining all of the components of their core values, the FDNY will maintain its constant state of readiness to meet all threats and c...
Every year communities struggle each year around the nation with issues of life safety. In 2012, the nation’s fire departments responded to 31,854,000 responses that resulted in the deaths 0f 2,855 civilians and injuring 16,500 causing an estimated $12,427 million dollars in damage. (United States Fire Administration, 2014) These incidents put at risk 345,950 career and 783,300 volunteer firefighters that resulted in the deaths of 81 individuals (U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2013) and nearly 70,000 reported injuries. ( Karter & Molis, 2013) These numbers represent incidents that are determined to be in the line of duty but do not take into consideration the long-term health risk issues that may develop. Evidence shows that he hazards associated with Fire and Emergency Services are consistent across the board whether paid or volunteer and jeopardize the lives and health of each individual, placing administrative and physical control measures reduces this risk to firefighter within an organization. While it is impossible to eliminate the hazards firefighters face, it is important to identify these hazards as the first step in reducing the potential for loss of life and wellbeing both physically and mentally.
firefighters in action with a few conflicts that they would resolve, someone may die or get hurt
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