It is the patrol captain’s decision on where to set up the patrol area, but your patrol captain may ask you to participate in this process. You may need to help assess the surf conditions or establish a safe area to set up the patrol. It is important that a risk assessment is undertaken before the patrol team briefing.
The minimum rescue equipment required in order to effectively conduct a beach patrol will be outlined in your local SOPs and/or Lifesaving Service Agreement (LSA).