Aquatics Professional


Aquatics Professional
50 lives saved, more instructed in aquatics safety

Positions
Primary Manager CPO
City of Portsmouth 2015 - 2016
Senior Lifeguard, Supervisor, Manager on Duty, Operations
City of Norfolk, 2004 - 2014
Ocean Rescue Technician
Virginia Beach Life Saving Services, 2002
2015 City of Portsmouth Aquatics Program Comprehensive Report
Clink on link above to read Candela Consultants' summary report regarding the implementation of a city-wide aquatics program during the summer of 2015 with recommendations for the 2016 season resumption of services.
Experience
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Instructed xx students of all age groups in aquatics safety and swimming techniques.
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Led aqua arthritis classes for xx students.
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Recognized and responded to aquatic facility water and land emergencies, including the proper use of emergency equipment such as a rescue tube, rescue board, back board, CPR mask, AED and emergency oxygen, among other essential first responder equipment.
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Performed first aid and CPR/AED skills according to American Red Cross standards.
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Developed plan for facility OSHA compliance, maintained facility safety to include water chemistry testing.
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Maintained safety in pool, waterfront, and beach facilities through preventive lifeguarding and rule enforcement.
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Completed all required paperwork, including daily, weekly and monthly logs, as well as accident and incident emergency reports.
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Participated in aquatic staff mandatory physical trainings and maintains all required skills to successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program.
2015 City of Portsmouth Aquatics Program Initial Evaluation
Click on link above to read Candela Consultants' assessment regarding the safe structuring and operations of a city-wide aquatics program for the summer of 2015.