Director says lifeguard drill showed quick response; staff emphasize training

Aug 5, 2026

A live emergency-action drill at the Tipton City pool prompted a full response and chest compressions on a mannequin in under 90 seconds, the director said, and staff highlighted continued training priorities.

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The director described a staged emergency drill in which guards responded to a simulated passive drowning and 'activated the emergency action plan' as trained. The director said the response — clearing the pool and beginning compressions on a mannequin in less than 90 seconds — showed staff readiness and was run on lifeguard appreciation day.

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