A lifeguard's role is essential for ensuring Swimming Pool safety. For many pools, a critical component of lifeguard equipment is the lifeguard chair. Not only could it provide a good position for the lifeguard, but it also contributes to a professional and secure environment. The RLSS UK Shop offers a range of swimming pool lifeguard chairs that meet high safety and comfort standards.
This guide discusses the types of lifeguard chairs available from the RLSS UK Shop, helping you make an informed decision based on your specific needs.
Standard Height Pool Lifeguard Chair
For pools, simplicity and functionality are key. The standard-height pool lifeguard chair from RLSS UK Shop offers a practical design that combines durability with comfort. These chairs are typically made from stainless steel and high-grade plastic, ensuring longevity even in high-use environments.
Your lifeguard chair will offer a higher vantage point and may help to achieve full visibility of the lifeguard’s zone; the position of the lifeguard chair should be assessed as part of the pool’s Lifeguard Zone Visibility Test (LZVT).
Features of the standard height pool lifeguard chair:
- Freestanding
- Sturdy design to prevent slipping or tipping.
- Comfortable seating with back support
- Rubber feet to protect the poolside floor.
Reduced-height Pool Lifeguard Chair
Reduced-height pool lifeguard chairs are an alternative to the standard height chair. You may choose to have a reduced-height chair for a range of reasons, such as:
- Offering a different view of the pool
- Focusing on a specific area, e.g. slide exits
- If the environment does not allow for a taller chair, e.g., low ceilings, for smaller, shallower pools (where an LZVT permits)
The Reduced-height Pool Lifeguard Chair is fully portable and has rubber feet to protect the poolside surface.
Wall-mounted Pool Lifeguard Chair
Wall-mounted pool lifeguard chairs are great to have at swimming pools with adequate room. The main benefit of the wall-mounted lifeguard chair is that the public or staff cannot move it, so you know you are always positioned in the correct place for optimum pool visibility.
Lifeguard Zone Visibility Tests will check the viability of a pool to use a wall-mounted chair, as it will be positioned away from the pool edge, potentially limiting visibility of the water at the pool edge.
Folding Pool Lifeguard Chair
Folding pool lifeguard chairs are great for pools with limited poolside space. They can be transported and stored away when not required, and the chair can be moved around the pool easily, making pool maintenance and cleaning much easier. It is important that a safe system of work is created and followed by all staff to ensure the chair is erected correctly after being moved.
Pool Edge Lifeguard Chair
Pool Edge Lifeguard Chairs are designed for installation as close to the pool edge as possible to support lifeguard visibility in all areas. It features a side ladder, which can be added on either side of the platform, a guardrail to allow the lifeguard a safe standing position and a non-slip surface.
Unfortunately, this type of chair cannot be installed on all pool edges, and you would need to check the suitability of the floor surface as it needs to be fixed into the floor.
Pedestal Pool Lifeguard Chair
The Pedestal Pool Lifeguard Chair features a swivel seat for ease of movement on and off the platform.
It includes a non-slip surface, a guardrail to protect the lifeguard working at height, and a ladder that can be positioned on either side of the platform.
Again, you should check that this chair suits your pool’s floor, as it requires a fixture.
What to Consider When Choosing a Lifeguard Chair
Before making your final decision, it is important to consider key factors:
- Height and Visibility – Choose a chair that is the necessary height to ensure full visibility of the swimming pool/ zone. An LZVT should confirm that it is appropriately located.
- Durability – Lifeguard chairs are exposed to constant water, sunlight, and wear and tear. Opt for rust-resistant materials and durable construction.
- Portability – Consider a lightweight, portable model if you need to move the chair frequently.
- Comfort – Lifeguards often spend up to 30 minutes in one lifeguard position and may move from position to position, so being comfortable while on the poolside can be beneficial; selecting the right chair can support this.
- Safety – Lifeguard chairs should be stable and secure and not move when in use on the poolside surface or when a lifeguard is climbing up or down the ladder. They must also have suitable railings to protect lifeguards standing on platforms, and all chairs must be regularly checked for damage.
Conclusion
Choosing the right pool lifeguard chair is vital for both safety and efficiency. With the diverse selection available from the RLSS UK Shop, you can find a chair tailored to your specific needs—whether you need something lightweight and portable or have a fixed position with limited need for movement. Regardless of your choice, our range of lifeguard chairs guarantees high-quality materials and reliability for lifeguards on duty. All Pool Lifeguard chairs should be positioned in accordance with the venue’s Pool Safety Operating Procedures.
Visit the RLSS UK Shop today to explore the full range of lifeguard chairs and other essential lifeguard equipment!