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

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The interviewer would like to know that you fully understand what it means to be a lifeguard. When it comes to jobs often depicted in the movies, and on TV, often we can form a cloudy vision on what we think the position is, truly. Show the interviewer that you know your job won't be an episode of Baywatch; but rather, a fundamental role focused on safety.

"The role a lifeguard undertakes is to keep people safe, to provide emergency support, and to be a first responder in emergencies until a medic arrives. Additional duties a lifeguard would undertake are to control unruly behavior to minimize harm to others around. Lifeguards are there to supervise swimmers, ensuring everyone is safe and adhering to the basic rules."

"As a lifeguard, my role is to spot any hazards and prevent serious accidents. I am also to put into practice the necessary protocols in an emergency, enforce rules consistently and fairly, keep up to date with my lifeguard, CPR, and first-aid training and complete incident reports as needed."

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"My understanding of the role a lifeguard performs is to ensure the safety of the guest. Be observant of your surroundings to prevent any hazards and prevent accidents. I make sure that I'm able to save a life by keeping myself fit, understanding the rules and regulations and keeping my lifeguard, CPR, and first aid training up to date."

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The basis of your response is good. I recommend rewording slightly, so that your answer is easier to follow.

"I believe a lifeguard's priority is to ensure guest safety. A lifeguard must be observant of their surroundings to prevent accidents and hazards. A lifeguard should also remain physically fit, understand the industry's rules and regulations, and keep their CPR and First Aid training up to date."