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