OAR 736-028-0030
Cities and Counties: Standards
(1)
Quality of Overall Performance — A recognized acceptable lifesaving system or an approved adaptation of one of these systems must be employed. Two recognized systems are: The Surf Lifesaving Association of Australia, and the Los Angeles County Ocean Beach Lifesaving Program. Evidence must be produced that a like quality of performance is being achieved.(2)
Individual Proficiencies:(a)
Lifesaving — Lifeguards must have at least a current Water Safety Certificate and be able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency in lifesaving technique;(b)
First Aid — Lifeguards must have a current standard or advanced Red Cross first aid card and be able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency in first aid practices;(c)
In-service training must be an integral part of the lifesaving program;(d)
Proficiency drills and practice sessions also must be an integral part of the program;(e)
A record of practice sessions and rescue attempts is to be submitted to the appropriate Region State Parks Supervisor at the end of each session.(3)
Required Equipment:(a)
There must be at least one guard tower or designated lifesaving post at each designated swim area;(b)
Radio and/or telephones must be available at the tower or station to immediately summon additional lifesaving assistance in the event of an emergency;(c)
A vehicle must be available at or near the tower or station for immediate use.
Source:
Rule 736-028-0030 — Cities and Counties: Standards, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=736-028-0030.