Nevada Revised Statutes Section 444.115 - Public Health and Safety

Competency of lifeguard on duty at facility of State or local government.

1. If a lifeguard is on duty at a facility or other property owned or operated by the State of Nevada or a political subdivision thereof where recreational swimming is available in a natural or artificial body of water, the lifeguard must have satisfactorily completed an advanced lifesaving course offered by the Red Cross or an equivalent course. A current certificate indicating that the lifeguard has satisfactorily completed such a course must be posted in a prominent place near the lifeguard’s workstation or otherwise be made available for public inspection during all business hours.

2. The employer of such a lifeguard may require the lifeguard to demonstrate his competency at any time during his employment.

Last modified: February 26, 2006