Lifeguard Mock Interview

Practice 28 Lifeguard interview questions covering rescue scenarios, surveillance skills, and emergency response.

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What are the essential items to have at your pool before your shift begins?

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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"In my current role, I always have with me a first aid kit, a life vest, a floatation device, and an emergency phone. In my lifeguard pack, I carry a whistle, water bottle, and a rope. Is there anything else you would require me to carry, in this role?"

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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.

The interviewer would like to see how full your understanding is when it comes to preparing for your shift as a lifeguard. The way you respond will also be an indicator, for the hiring authority, on how much training you have received, and how much more you may need, should you be hired. Because this is an open-ended question, be aware of keeping your response straightforward.

Ryan Brown

Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.

"As per my lifeguard training, the equipment that I would be sure to have are a life buoy to throw into the pool should someone get into trouble, a whistle to draw attention to a situation, a walkie-talk to contact colleagues in an emergency, a waterproof watch, and a first aid kit."

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The essentials items I have to carry before my shift begins are a storm whistle, rescue tube, first aid kit, CPR mask, walkie talkie, and water bottle.

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Your response is bang on! Well done.

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28Lifeguard Interview Questions & Answers

1.What are the essential items to have at your pool before your shift begins?

2.A child is lying on the ground, unresponsive. What is your initial response?

3.What appeals to you most about the role of a lifeguard, and why do you want to work with us?

4.Give me an example of a time when you have had to enforce rules or policies.

5.How would you handle a situation where an adult was breaking a rule? Would you be capable of blowing the whistle, or would you just let it go?

6.As a lifeguard, what is the riskiest decision you have ever made?

7.Which level of CPR certification do you possess? Is your certification current and valid?

8.Lifeguards must be alert at all times. Talk to me about a time when you have shown the ability to focus.

9.What do you hope to gain from working as a lifeguard? What are your future aspirations in this role?

10.Do you meet our minimum fitness requirements?

11.As a lifeguard, you will be on the front lines of customer service. Tell me about the last customer service skill you learned.

12.Are you a good swimmer? Have you completed any swimming training classes?

13.What is the number one responsibility for any lifeguard?

14.Talk me through your previous experience working with children. How will this experience will help you as a lifeguard?

15.How much do you think this lifeguard job should pay?

16.What do you think are the most important characteristics of a lifeguard?

17.Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn't know from reading your resume.

18.What is your understanding of the role a lifeguard performs, and the duties they undertake?

19.Do you have experience with overall pool hygiene, testing and regulating water temperature, PH levels, and chlorine?

20.Tell me about the type of team members you dislike working with.

21.Have you ever administered First Aid? Does the sight of cuts, scrapes, and blood bother you?

22.As a lifeguard, you will be working around children and other vulnerable groups. Are you willing to provide a background check?

23.As a lifeguard, you are required to be observant of your surroundings. Can you tell me of a time when you have spotted a hazard or prevented an accident?