What should occur after an EAP has been implemented?

• A. The plan is archived
• B. The facility is reopened
• C. A report is filled out by the lifeguard
• D. Staff receive extra breaks

Answer: (C)

When an Emergency Action Plan is activated, the immediate focus shifts to documenting what happened. A lifeguard should fill out an incident report that records the sequence of events, times, actions taken (such as rescue, CPR, or use of an AED), the condition of the patron, who was involved, and any follow-up steps. This documentation provides accountability, supports legal and administrative needs, and informs post-incident review and improvements to safety procedures. Other outcomes like archiving the plan, reopening the facility, or giving staff extra breaks aren’t the direct result of the EAP activation; reopening depends on safety clearance, archiving is a separate task, and breaks aren’t inherently tied to the incident report.