Maximum poolside working times
To help lifeguards remain alert and to maintain a good level of supervision at all times, the RLSS UK
recommends that:
No one on duty at the poolside for a long time can be expected to remain alert. RLSS UK
recommends that you spend no longer than 60 minutes at the poolside and in exceptional
circumstances, no longer than 90 minutes in the pool hall itself.
Lifeguard rotation
Regular rotation between lifeguard positions of 15, 20 or 30 minute period (set by the pool operator) may also assist the lifeguard to remain alert.