Module 5: Guest Safety Study Guide Graded A+

Model aquatic health code {Ans: Voluntary guidance document based on science and best practices. Helps create and update pool codes to reduce risks}What you should do to help enforce the rules in a difficult situation: {Ans: Know your facility rules, know where rules are posted, know why rules exist, and enforce rules in a positive manner}Original equipment manufacturer operations manual {Ans: Comes from the builder of the attraction. Typically provide direction on how to operate, maintain, and repair the attraction.}Local and state regulations {Ans: Enforced by Health Department, typically list the type of lifeguard training requirements needed to work in a facility}What are things you should consider when fitting a guest with a life jacket? {Ans: Does not restrict breathing, fits snuggly, but allows arm movement, has all buckles connected, keeps the guests mouth from slipping below the water surface. and doesn't allow a child's chin and ears to slip though}This risk is associated with a guest hyperventilating prior to submerging and can cause loss of consciousness {Ans: Shallow water blackout}