DEM to Conduct Lifeguard Testing May 25, 26

The Department of Environmental Management's Division of Parks and Recreation will administer conditional Non-Surf and Surf Lifeguard Certification tests on Wednesday, May 25 and Thursday, May 26, and again next month.  

Lifeguard positions all require certification and special training in first aid, CPR and lifeguard training. Non-surf tests will be given from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 25, June 15 and June 29 at the Prosser Grove Picnic Area at Burlingame State Park in Charlestown.

Surf tests will be given from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 26 and June 16 at in Narragansett. There is a $10 fee for the state certification card, which must be paid prior to the card being issued.

In order to qualify for testing, all candidates must have successfully completed courses and hold valid cards in lifeguard training, first aid and CPR that includes infant, child and adult. They must be at least 16 years of age and must present a photo I.D. with verification of date of birth. Any candidate under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to sign the waiver/application form.

In case of inclement weather, candidates should call the facility where the tests are being given for any cancellation information: Burlingame State Park at 322-8910 and Scarborough at 789-2324.

Release courtesy of the Department of Environmental Management.