Drowning Emergency Action Plan.docx

Pool Drowning Emergency Action Plan

Lifeguard is alerted

Assess the scene and secure additional assistance by notifying other staff members

Primary Rescuer- Designates other staff member or reliable bystander to call 911, enters water to aid victim

3 whistle blasts- Clear the pool

If Distressed Swimmer then- assist to safety and administer First Aid

If Drowning Swimmer then- Use appropriate Rescue and Tow, Adminster as required CPR and First Aid

Attend to Victim until Emergency Services arrives

Designated 911 caller waits for EMS and shows them to the scene of the incident

As soon as is possible notify Aquatics Director or Outdoor Rec Director

Fill out Incident Reports and turn in to Head Lifeguard

Staff debriefing and follow up counseling, if necessary