OAR 333-060-0208
Lifeguard Supervision & Training

(1)

TRAINING. A qualified lifeguard must be currently certificated in lifeguarding, first-aid and CPR as defined in OAR 333-060-0015 (Definitions)(13), as well as having regular in-service training and training as required by 333-060-0208 (Lifeguard Supervision & Training)(4) and 333-060-0209 (Pool Staff Training & Safety).

(2)

DUTIES. When on duty, a lifeguard shall scan and supervise the pool with no other distracting activities such as cleaning, water testing, or minimal unnecessary conversing with patrons.

(a)

Rotation. Lifeguards must change duty stations at least hourly. The intent of this requirement is to maintain vigilance, if one guard is on duty a major shift in position or activity is required and suggested much more frequently than hourly. (e.g. changing sides of the pool, walking instead of sitting, etc.)

(b)

Breaks. Lifeguards are to be allowed breaks in accordance with Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industry standards. More frequent breaks are recommended when the weather is very hot, extremely sunny, or the patron loading is very high.

(c)

Lifeguards may teach lessons or coach swim teams during times when that is the only activity they are responsible for supervising.

(d)

Lifeguard Orientation. New lifeguards must be provided an orientation to the pool which should include guarding expectations, emergency procedures, communication procedures, and other facility specific information needed to perform the job.

(e)

In-service. Lifeguards are to be provided with in-service training arranged or conducted by the pool operator at least annually to review and practice skills and procedures.

(f)

Performance Evaluation. At the time of hire and at least once yearly, each lifeguard’s on deck, on duty performance must be evaluated. The certified pool supervisor, responsible supervisor, or other designated management personnel may conduct the evaluation, and provide documentation of the lifeguard’s performance. Performance evaluation deficiencies should be used to organize in-service training.
NOTE: Lifeguards who cannot demonstrate proficiency in their lifeguarding skills may be a danger to the bathers and to themselves. Serious deficiencies that are not immediately corrected may cause the serious injury or death of a bather, the lifeguard, or other staff member.

(3)

IDENTIFICATION. Lifeguards are to be readily identifiable when on duty.

(4)

SOLAR PROTECTION. Lifeguards and staff at outdoor facilities must be informed of the risks of solar exposure. To avoid excessive employee exposure to solar radiation, the operator must require proper solar protection through the use of appropriate swimsuits, clothing and hats designed to cover the body, sunglasses with ultra-violet radiation protection, lotions with high Sun Protection Factor (SPF) ratings, umbrellas, and other means of protection.

Source: Rule 333-060-0208 — Lifeguard Supervision & Training, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-060-0208.

333‑060‑0005
Purpose 333‑060‑0010
Adoption by Reference 333‑060‑0015
Definitions 333‑060‑0020
Compliance 333‑060‑0025
Approval to Construct 333‑060‑0030
Plans 333‑060‑0035
Licenses 333‑060‑0040
Conditional Licenses 333‑060‑0045
Maintenance and Modification 333‑060‑0050
Structural Stability 333‑060‑0055
Size 333‑060‑0060
Dimensions 333‑060‑0065
Finishes, Markings and Lifelines 333‑060‑0070
Illumination 333‑060‑0075
Ventilation 333‑060‑0080
Ladders, Recessed Steps and Stairways 333‑060‑0085
Diving 333‑060‑0090
Slides 333‑060‑0091
Waterpark Slides 333‑060‑0095
Elevated Lifeguard Chairs 333‑060‑0100
Life Saving Equipment 333‑060‑0105
Swimming Pool Enclosure 333‑060‑0110
Decks 333‑060‑0115
Overflow Systems 333‑060‑0120
Recirculation System 333‑060‑0125
Inlets 333‑060‑0128
Submerged Suction Outlets and Drains 333‑060‑0130
Piping 333‑060‑0135
Pumps 333‑060‑0140
Filters 333‑060‑0145
Pool Heaters 333‑060‑0150
Disinfectant and Chemical Feeders 333‑060‑0155
Meters and Gauges 333‑060‑0160
Equipment Room 333‑060‑0165
Ground Fault Interrupter 333‑060‑0170
Bathhouses and Sanitary Facilities 333‑060‑0175
Visitor and Spectator Areas 333‑060‑0180
Food Service 333‑060‑0185
Drinking Fountains 333‑060‑0190
Domestic Water Quality 333‑060‑0200
Pool Water Quality 333‑060‑0205
Operation and Maintenance 333‑060‑0206
Supervision — Limited-Use Pools 333‑060‑0207
Supervision — General-Use Pools 333‑060‑0208
Lifeguard Supervision & Training 333‑060‑0209
Pool Staff Training & Safety 333‑060‑0210
Pool Safety 333‑060‑0215
Signs 333‑060‑0220
Variance 333‑060‑0225
Instructional Use of Limited-Use Pools 333‑060‑0500
Wading Pools 333‑060‑0505
New Wading Pool Construction 333‑060‑0510
Existing Wading Pools 333‑060‑0515
Wading Pool Operation 333‑060‑0700
Enforcement 333‑060‑0705
Pool Closure Criteria
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 333-060-0208’s source at or​.us