Our Typical Day in Myrtle Beach
Arrive at our warehouse to recieve 2-way radio, rental books and an overview of weather and ocean conditions.
7 AM-7:30 AM Morning Check-in.
Setting up of rental equipment including beach chairs and umbrellas as well as lifeguard stations with all appropriate attire. Not all lifeguard stands require a 2 hour set up, but all stands must be ready for customers at 9 AM.
8 AM Flag Up - Lifeguard on Duty.
Maintain beach safety by enforcing Myrtle Beach city and County ordinances, rent equipment, handle lost and found children and do any rescues and first aid if necessary.
8 AM-5 PM Maintain Beach Safety!
Of Course With a 45 Minute Lunch Break.
At exactly 5 PM 'blow down' is called. All lifeguards must leave the beach. Lifeguard are then required to check-in to the warehouse. Check-in is a quick and organized daily procedure.
5 PM Blow Down!
A team is a small group of volunteer guards who work from 5 PM until 7 PM in the evening during peak season. The Ocean Rescue Team works directly with beach patrol in responding to all emergencies.
After 5 PM Emergency Response Team.
7 AM-7:30 AM Morning Check-in.
Arrive at our warehouse to recieve 2-way radio, rental books and an overview of weather and ocean conditions.
7:30 AM-9 AM Set up.
Setting up of rental equipment including beach chairs and umbrellas as well as lifeguard stations with all appropriate attire. Not all lifeguard stands require a 2 hour set up, but all stands must be ready for customers at 9 AM.
9 AM-4 PM Break down.
Maintain beach safety by enforcing Myrtle Beach city and county ordinances, rent equipment, handle lost and found children and do any rescues and first aid if necessary.
Of course with a 45 minute lunch break
4 PM-5 PM Break down.
This is when lifeguards are allowed to put beach rental equipment away for the day. Lifeguards are on duty until 5 pm regardless if rental equipment
5 PM Blow down.
At exactly 5 PM ‘blow down’ is called. Â All lifeguards must leave the beach. Â Lifeguard are then required to check-in to the warehouse. Â Check-in is a quick and organized daily procedure.
After 5 PM Emergency Response Team
A team is a small group of volunteer guards who work from 5 PM until 7 PM in the evening during peak season. Â The Ocean Rescue Team works directly with beach patrol in responding to all emergencies.
Are You Interested?
Get in touch with us at 843 4487741. We’ll gladly offer you our advice, or if you are ready to apply submit your Application.