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Know The Rules, Before Hitting the Pool

admin | May 21, 2009

As you may already know I’ve been a lifeguard instructor for the American Red Cross since 2003. As millions of Americans prepare for the summer months I just wanted to pass along these basic water safety tips that have been distributed by the Red Cross.

Always swim with a buddy and never alone.
Swim in areas [...]

Lifeguarding

Sam | January 7, 2009

CNN named being a lifeguard in their “top ten summer jobs“. They say, “The best refuge from the sun is a day at the pool or water park. If you don’t mind dealing with hyper children and relish the chance to soak in the rays while getting paid to monitor swimmers, look into being a [...]

Good Thing – First Aid Training

Sam | August 7, 2008

My stack of American Red Cross certification cards is pretty big. It includes Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen Administration, Bloodborne Pathagens, Emergency Response, and Standard First Aid and CPR. I’m certified in all those areas and I also serve as an instructor.
Guess what… in my ten years as lifeguard and five years as [...]