How to Answer: 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?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Lifeguard job interview.
25. 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?
How to Answer
A great lifeguard knows that rules should be consistent and fair, no matter who is breaking them. Show the interviewer that you are steady and unafraid to enforce the rules without hesitation. If you have encountered a situation similar to this, discuss what happened, how you reacted, and what the outcome was.
Written by Ryan Brown on December 28th, 2018
1st Answer Example
"This summer, I had a group of rowdy adults who were not abiding by the no diving rule. The first warning from me was a whistle blow. The second warning, I approached the group, pointed to the no diving sign, and asked them to be respectful. They still did not listen. The third time, I asked a fellow lifeguard and the pool manager to assist me, and we kicked the group out. I take the safety of children and others very seriously, and will not hesitate to enforce policies for the sake of everyone's safety."
Written by Ryan Brown on December 28th, 2018
2nd Answer Example
"When it comes to adults breaking the rules, they really should know better, but it does happen from time to time. I used to work at a recreation center that had a climbing wall. Surprisingly, the most unsafe guests were almost always adults. I would report the behavior to my supervisor, and he would ask the person to stop the behavior, citing the rules of conduct. If I thought the person was putting themselves or anyone else in immediate danger, I would escalate my actions and approach them directly."
Written by Rachelle Enns