Lifeguards shall have a minimum requirement of equipment (as listed below) on patrol. Patrol equipment shall be in position at the scheduled time of patrol and remain on duty throughout the duration of the patrol. All patrol gear and equipment shall be in a serviceable condition and ready for immediate use. If you notice any patrol gear and equipment in need of repair or replacement inform your lifeguard Supervisor as soon as possible and record the details in your daily diary. During peak periods additional equipment may be required.
| No. | Patrol Equipment | Minimum Required |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Equipment | ||
| 1. | 1 set of patrol flags/feathers on 4.3m poles with suitable stands (as per beach patrol signage catalogue) | 1 set of (2) |
| 2. | 1 set of board riding signs with black and white quartered flags on poles | 1 set of (2) |
| 3. | Swimming prohibited sign on pole with red flag | 1 |
| 4. | 1 set of hazard signs (as per patrol signage catalogue) | 1 set of (2) |
| 5. | Beach condition report boards | 2 |
| 6. | Red flag | 1 |
| 7. | Yellow flag | 1 |
| 8. | VHF hand held radio | 2 |
| 9. | Loud Hailer or PA system | 1 |
| 10. | Whistle (separate to personal pack) | 1 |
| 11. | Emergency evacuation siren (may be attached to radio room) or Tower | 1 |
| PPE & Uniforms | ||
| 1. | Patrol uniforms – broad brimmed hat, long sleeve shirt, shorts, jacket, swimmers and long-sleeved rash vest | 1 set per person |
| 2. | PPE – sunscreen, protective swimwear, booties, gloves, helmets, personal floatation device, pocket masks and gloves. | 1 set per person |
| 3. | Marine stinger PPE – stinger suits, booties, gloves (refer to section 12) | 1 set per person |
| Rescue Equipment | ||
| 1. | RWC fully equipped including:
|
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 |
| 2. | Rescue tube | 1-2 |
| 3. | Rescue board | 1-2 |
| 4. | Witches hats | 5-6 (per piece of equipment i.e. RWC / ATV / 4WD) (also can be used for a runway to rescue equipment) |
| 5. | PWC launch area sign | 1 |
| Medical Equipment | ||
| 1. | Oxygen kit | 1 |
| 2. | Portable first aid kit | 1 |
| 3. | Defibrillator | 1 |
| 4. | Spinal board | 1 |
| 5. | Personal patrol pack
|
1 per Lifeguard |
| 6. | Blanket | 1 |
| 7. | Stiff neck collar (adjustable) | 1 |
| 8. | Resus pocket masks | Recommended in all areas of patrol including vehicles, RWC’s and mobile first aid kits |
| 9. | Stinger Kit (north of Bustard Heads only) | 1 |
| 10. | Vinegar (north of Bustard Heads only) | 4 Litres |
| General | ||
| 1. | Pop-up tent | 1 (if required) |
| 2. | Permanent and/or portable observation tower/ hut with shade | 1 (if required) |
All lifeguard will be issued with a patrol uniform. Lifeguards are responsible for the security and upkeep of their uniform. If your uniform is old and no longer looks presentable or is lost or damaged contact your Lifeguard Supervisor immediately to arrange replacements.
Employees are responsible for their own sun safety. (Refer to Section 15 – Risk Management Guidelines for more information)
| NOTE: 4WD and ATV’s shall be equipped with the minimum equipment, as specified within the Vehicle Guidelines |
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