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?

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.

"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."