Lifeguards...

ELPOA Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of the ELPOA patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. All the Lifeguards hold American Red Cross certification in Lifeguard Training and Community First Aid and Safety, CPR skills and Waterfront Lifeguarding, which is designed for lifeguards working in open water, like the ELPOA beaches, rather than a pool. Lifeguards are in authority while on duty. A raised American flag at the beach indicates the lifeguards are on duty.

The lifeguards generally begin full coverage of the beaches on the Monday of the last week of June, which is the usually the first day of Beach Club. The lifeguards are on duty from 12:00 noon through 6:00 pm. Remember that on rainy days, lifeguard hours are limited. The symbol of the lifeguards officially on duty is a raised American flag at the beach.