23.3. LGS NBR 003 Generic Set Up

Purpose

The below procedures must be completed within 15 minutes of shift commencement whilst maintaining constant surveillance throughout this process. When at a multiple Lifeguard location one Lifeguard must maintain constant surveillance from the Lifeguard tower or fixed location.

Procedure

Arrival -

• Lifeguards are to be punctual and always arrive on site prior to shift commencement time and gain entry to the site as per individual site access instructions.
• Lifeguards are to be on radio and phone communications as soon as you arrive on site.
• Lifeguards are to sign on with Surfcom immediately via LIMSOC.
• Lifeguards are to check the ATV or 4WD and Jet Ski are operational (if site has this equipment), fueled and ready for use.
• Lifeguards are to check other rescue and emergency equipment.
  

On Beach –

• Lifeguards are to deploy ATV/4WD fully equipped on to the beach (if required).
• Lifeguards are to survey beach conditions to identify the safest area.
• Lifeguards are to deploy rescue equipment Jet Ski, boards and tubes in the appropriate positions. Once vehicle is ready to be parked, ensure there is a marked off runway and front bollard ready for the vehicle.
• Lifeguards are to erect flagged area in the most suitable position and close to the water line. Ensure flags are deep enough as to not fall over.
• Lifeguards are to erect safety signage and line up signage with Flags (all to be in a straight line).
• Lifeguards are to update information board with relevant information. A conditions flag is always to be displayed in the center of the bathing area with beach information board.
  

In Tower/ Hut/ Vehicle -

• Lifeguards are to update LIMSOC with relevant information, beach population etc.
• Lifeguards are to check the daily dairy entries from previous day for any instructions.
• Complete the daily equipment checklist (ensure that the equipment is physically inspected and that it is in safe working condition.
• Check first aid stocks.
• Ensure first aid room (if applicable) is clean, tidy and equipped appropriately ready for use.
• Clean up any obvious rubbish in your immediate vicinity.
• Fill in required diary entries.
  

Related procedure instruments

LGOM 005 Lifeguard Operations
LGOM 011 Vehicle Operations