Or. Admin. Code § 736-028-0030

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024

Section 736-028-0030 - Standards

(1) Quality of Overall Performance -- A recognized acceptable lifesaving system or an approved adaptation of one of these systems must be employed. Two recognized systems are: The Surf Lifesaving Association of Australia, and the Los Angeles County Ocean Beach Lifesaving Program. Evidence must be produced that a like quality of performance is being achieved.

(2) Individual Proficiencies:

(a) Lifesaving -- Lifeguards must have at least a current Water Safety Certificate and be able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency in lifesaving technique;

(b) First Aid -- Lifeguards must have a current standard or advanced Red Cross first aid card and be able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency in first aid practices;

(c) In-service training must be an integral part of the lifesaving program;

(d) Proficiency drills and practice sessions also must be an integral part of the program;

(e) A record of practice sessions and rescue attempts is to be submitted to the appropriate Region State Parks Supervisor at the end of each session.

(3) Required Equipment:

(a) There must be at least one guard tower or designated lifesaving post at each designated swim area;

(b) Radio and/or telephones must be available at the tower or station to immediately summon additional lifesaving assistance in the event of an emergency;

(c) A vehicle must be available at or near the tower or station for immediate use.

Or. Admin. Code § 736-028-0030

PR 2-1981, f. & ef. 2-25-81; PR 3-1986, f. & ef. 3-14-86

Stat. Auth.: ORS 390

Stats. Implemented: ORS 390.280