Lifeguard: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Many lifeguards scan the water every few seconds, so they can spot a swimmer who needs help right away.
Tools of the trade
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Rescue Tube
This bright, long floating tube helps a tired swimmer stay afloat until help arrives. It can be held out to reach someone safely.
A day in the job
- Morning CheckBefore the swimmers arrive, the lifeguard looks over the pool or beach. They check that the water is ready and that the safety gear is in its place.
Words to know
- Whistle
- A lifeguard blows this loud little tool to get everyone's attention. It tells swimmers to listen, slow down, and come back to a safe spot.
Quiz time
Lifeguards only watch swimmers who are already in trouble.
Lifeguards sometimes use flags to share safety messages with swimmers.
A lifeguard's clothes are hard to spot so they can hide from swimmers.