| TIME AS PER ROSTER |
SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY SERVICE ONLY (excluding public holidays)
MONDAY – FRIDAY – 09:00am START – 17:00pm (5pm) FINISH
SATURDAY – 09:00am START -13:00pm (1pm) FINISH |
START
and
OPENING
09:00am- 10:00am |
- The Eimeo keys and phone is located at the Eimeo SLSC First Aid Room and must be signed out on the key register. Code will be given to Lifeguard rostered to this location for code box.
- ABSENT STAFF TO BE REPORTED TO SUPERVISOR IMMEDIATELY
- The password for the phone is 7873 “surf”.
- Arrive at Eimeo SLSC.
- The tower key is for the Lifeguard Service only and should be kept within the Lifeguard Service. The Lifeguard on duty is responsible for all keys/cards if lost or damaged. The Lifeguard must contact the Lifeguard Supervisor immediately and possible fees for replacements may occur.
- Prepare to set up e.g. get into uniform, sign onto LIMSOC.
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- Check and test equipment – First Aid kit, Oxygen Kit, De-fib, Spinal Board and other rescue aids placing them in locations as per patrol setup – refer to Lifeguard Operations Manual
- Make sure the beach area is presentable and once in order – OPEN
- Place the rest of the patrol equipment in designated areas as per Lifeguard Operations Procedure.
- CLOSE BEACH IF REQUIRED and carry out beach set up for No Swimming.
- Log immediately on LIMSOC of closure per Opening and Closing Procedures.
- STINGER SEASON – Perform drags as per Marine Stinger guidelines. 1st November – 31st May
- Radio MUST be in a wet pack, warn and on at all times along with correct PPE.
- Check radio operation and signal strength.
- Log Immediately on LIMSOC of closure per Opening and Closing Procedures
- Report any faulty equipment to Lifeguard Supervisor immediately.
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STINGER SEASON
Change of Tide
And 16:00pm |
- STINGER SEASON – Perform drags as per Marine Stinger Guidelines. 1st November – 31st May.
- Radio MUST be in a wet pack, warn and on at all times along with correct PPE.
- Check radio operation and signal strength.
- Log immediately on LIMSOC of closure per Opening and Closing Procedures.
- Report any faulty equipment to Lifeguard supervisor immediately.
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As per roster
Mon – Fri
16:45pm
Sat 12:45pm
(Mon-Fri only) |
- Make announcement via PA/loud hailer to all beachgoers that the Lifeguard Service will be finishing at 5pm. The beach will be unpatrolled and swimmers will be swimming at their own risk.
Example:
“Attention all beach users. Please be advised that the Mackay Lifeguard Service will be closing the beach over the next 10 minutes. Once the Red and Yellow flags are removed their will no longer be any Lifeguards on duty. Swimming is not recommended after this time. Tragedies do occur on unpatrolled beaches. This beach will reopen tomorrow morning at 9:00am. Thank you, have a nice evening.”
- Gather all gear and equipment for washing/cleaning and store neatly in designated area within Gear Trailer.
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| SATURDAY |
- Lifeguard equipment (labelled MKY LIFEGUARDS) such as first aid kits, oxy soft packs and documentation does not get shared with the club as they have their own and therefore will need to be packed up and stored in designated areas.
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As per roster
Mon- Fri
17:00pm
Sat 13:00pm |
- Sign out – Sign off LIMSOC of closure per Opening and Closing Procedures.
- Text Lifeguard Supervisor when radio network unavailable.
- Turn off lights before leaving; secure the club, donga and tower, double check all doors and windows including the tower windows are closed and locked. Return keys to appropriate locations as no keys should be taken home.
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DAILY DUTIES
- Report books to be filled out as the day progresses and incidents occur. Supporting statements must be filled out immediately and attached to respective reports.
- Report all situations that require assistance to Surfcom/LIMSOC.
- Check First Aid kits, communication equipment, rescue equipment, stretcher/ board and other rescue equipment, report any repairs required or equipment for re-stock to Surfcom and note in the Lifeguard Diary.
- Any gear and equipment that is damaged, missing or inoperable MUST be reported to the Lifeguard Supervisor immediately. (i.e. Text message or call).
- All gear and equipment used during the day is to be cleaned/maintained thoroughly before packing away in a neat and tidy fashion within the allocated position.
- Carry out net inspection/ drags at the required times As per Marine Stinger Guidelines.
- Gather lost property, log and store.
- Gather rubbish from beach and surrounds – place in rubbish bins.
- Maintain public relations and educate patrons of SLSQ Safety Messages, local laws and rules – be present on the beach.
- Maintain security of Eimeo SLSC and equipment.
- Maintain a clean working environment including but not limiting to tower, beach and clubhouse.
- Remove debris, sticks and logs from swimming areas and surrounds where possible.
- Routinely check and report on toilets/showers during opening hours.
- Carry out other duties and complete within time given as instructed by Lifeguard Supervisor.
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