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Beach Patrol |
A T L A N T I C C
I T Y B E A C H P A T R O L
Procedure
and Testing for Ocean Lifeguards
Up Date – May 15, 2013
There will be a Test
2013 Ocean Lifeguard Test
Saturday June 15, 2013
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Lifeguard Test Information
| May 20, 2013 |
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Applications and release forms may be obtained at Beach Patrol Headquarters, South Carolina Avenue and the Boardwalk, Monday through Friday – 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Beginning May 20, 2013, applications and forms can be obtained and submitted seven days a week from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Applications and forms can be down loaded from our web site at www.acbp.org at anytime. |
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013 |
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Candidate training school begins with Beach Patrol instructors at Kentucky Avenue and the Beach. The school will be conducted seven days a week conditions permitting. Call instructors at 347-5305 for operating times. All candidates are required to attend the training program and are urged to attend regularly. NOTE: ALL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE A COMPLETED APPLICATION, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE WITH SEAL SUBMITTED TO BEACH PATROL HEADQUARTERS BEFORE REPORTING TO THE TRAINING PROGRAM. |
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Saturday, June 15, 2013 |
| Test Day for all candidates. Roll call will be taken promptly at 9:00 AM. Candidates must be present at roll call to participate in the test. |
| The test consists of the following: |
| 1. One-half mile ocean swim---run from the beach through the surf, swim out and around a flag buoy and back to the beach starting point. Points are earned by finish place. |
| 2. 50 meter surf dash---Run from the beach start line into the break, go round a stake pole and return to the start/finish line. |
| 3. 1000 meter ocean row---row lifeboat through the surf, around a flag buoy and back to the beach. Each candidate is rated on oarsmanship, control of the boat and course. |
| 4. Candidates will be continually observed and evaluated during the training school and the testing process regarding the candidates level of athletic skills, maturity and personal responsibility. |
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Candidate Requirements for Lifeguard Test |
| 1. You must file an application. |
| 2. All candidates must be 16 years of age and under 35 years of age. |
| 3. You must file a waiver of liability release form signed by you and if you are under 18 years of age by your parent or guardian. |
| 4. You must submit a copy of your birth certificate with a seal. |
| 5. You must be physically fit and be able to swim, row, and run. |
| 6. You must attend the candidate training school. The more hours you attend the better. |
| 7. You must be willing and ready to train and learn from the instructors. |
| Requirements After Pasing the Lifeguard Test |
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NOTE: ESTABLISHED LEGAL ATLANTIC CITY RESIDENTS WHO PASS THE TEST WILL FIRST FILL OPEN POSITIONS. FALSIFICATION OF ATLANTIC CITY RESIDENCY WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION FROM THE BEACH PATROL. |
| 1. Satisfactorily pass a physical examination and drug screen to be provided by the City of Atlantic City. |
| 2. Satisfactorily pass a background check by the Atlantic City Police Department. |
| 3. Complete a one mile run in 7 and 1/2 minutes or less. |
| 4. Complete a 500 meter ocean swim in 10 minutes or less. |
| 5. Complete a 200 meter pool swim in 4 minutes or less. |
| 6. Satisfactorily complete an 80 hour training program at the Atlantic City Beach Patrol Lifeguard Academy. |
| 7. Working papers are required for those under 18 years of age. |