Weekly Warm-Up: CPR Part 5

With three rescuers on the scene, each needs a defined role.

In the final installment on CPR, we’re examining how to execute an effective rescue with three lifeguards responding to the scene. And we’re challenging your team to be faster. Instead of 60 second, guards will have only 30 seconds to delegate duties and administer CPR.

About the Author

Pete DeQuincy

Pete DeQuincy is aquatics manager at East Bay Regional Park District in Oakland, Calif. He is an American Red Cross Instructor Trainer in water safety, lifeguarding, and emergency medical response. He serves on the Association of Aquatic Professionals board, and enjoys training lifeguards all over the country.

Pete DeQuincy is an aquatic supervisor for the East Bay Regional Park District in Oakland, Calif. He is president of the Bay Area Public Pool Operators Association and the Aquatic Section of the California Parks & Recreation Society. DeQuincy is a lifeguard instructor for the American Red Cross and the United States Lifesaving Association.