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In the swimming pool, strict rules exist for supervision. This is logical because every drowning incident is one too many. That's why more and more organizations managing a pool require their employees to have the Swimming Rescue for Swimming Pools (ZRZ) diploma. Only with this diploma can you supervise a pool.
These requirements are also increasingly imposed on associations that rent the pool. Many associations do not have someone with this diploma and also do not have separate supervisors. In the future, this will become a problem for many associations as the reins are tightened further by owners.
You can help solve this by obtaining such a diploma if you:
- have the ABC diploma
- have a valid First Aid diploma from the Red Cross or Orange Cross.
- have a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- meet the requirements of the swimming test
- are an active cadre member at the association or elsewhere in the swimming pool
Of course, you must be able to swim sufficiently yourself, which you achieve by actively participating in a swimming sport or otherwise keeping up with swimming.
An additional benefit is that as a young person, you'll find it easier to get holiday work at a swimming pool because you're qualified.
The course lasts about 35 hours if you have a First Aid diploma and usually takes place in Dordrecht over 3 days or in about 6 sessions at the Lifeguard Association. You'll need to attend theory and practical lessons, complete an assignment, and undergo a (practical) exam.
Activities to complete
Complete the following activities, earn badges and you will see your playlist progress updated
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You can act as a supervisor in various swimming activities at the club. You can supervise for a minimum of 10 hours out of the 40-hour community service activities. This can be for a swimming pool or for an event or association. Your tasks may include supervising during free swimming hours or in combination with other duties such as being a trainer or instructor. You can also spend your entire community service period (maximum of 40 hours) on this. You will receive a separate badge for supervision. If you have performed additional activities, you will receive separate badges for those as well.
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Congratulations! With this ZRZ diploma in hand, you can act as a lifeguard at swimming pools, indoors and outdoors, or at your own club in various swimming activities.
Tasks
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You have supervised as a lifeguard for a minimum of 10 hours. This could be at a swimming pool, an event, or a club. You may fulfill this role during free swimming hours or during lessons, training sessions, or events.