Rule 15-11-55-3.18.2 - Lifeguard Supervision1.Swimming pools, lakes, etc.:a. A person having an American Red Cross lifeguard certificate, or the equivalent as recognized by the licensing agency, shall be present at all swimming and water activities.b. Lifeguards, or the equivalent as recognized by the licensing agency, are not counted in the staff-to-child ratio.c. The staff-to-child ratio shall be always maintained.d. Staff, as well as lifeguards, shall be responsible for enforcing general safety rules.e. Staff is responsible for requiring children to obey all swimming/water rules. These rules shall be explained each day that swimming/water activities occur so that all ages can understand what is expected.2.Wading pools: For activities taking place in wading pools with a water depth of one foot or less the following is required: a. There shall always be a person(s) with a valid CPR and first aid certificate present.b. The staff-to-child ratio shall be always maintained.c. Wading pools shall be cleaned after each use.15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.18.2
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