skillfactor-pipeline/skills/coastguard-watch-officer/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — coastguard watch officer

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 33-9092.00 (Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 5419; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Core] Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
• [Core] Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
• [Core] Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
• [Core] Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
• [Core] Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
• [Core] Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.
• [Core] Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
• [Core] Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
• [Core] Inspect recreational equipment, such as rope tows, T-bars, J-bars, or chair lifts, for safety hazards and damage or wear.
• [Supplemental] Provide assistance with staff selection, training, and supervision.
• [Core] Inspect recreational facilities for cleanliness.
• [Supplemental] Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.
• [Supplemental] Provide assistance in the safe use of equipment, such as ski lifts.
• [Supplemental] Operate underwater recovery units.
• [Supplemental] Participate in recreational demonstrations to entertain resort guests.

Detailed work activities

• Administer first aid.
• Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.
• Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
• Inspect facilities for cleanliness.
• Maintain operational records.
• Monitor environmental conditions to detect hazards.
• Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence.
• Operate ships or other watercraft.
• Participate in athletic events.
• Patrol natural areas to ensure safety or enforce regulations.
• Provide safety training.
• Record information about environmental conditions.
• Request emergency personnel.
• Rescue people from hazardous situations.
• Train employees in proper work procedures.
• Warn individuals about rule violations or safety concerns.