Tourism
Course Director CDR Paolo Z. Abejuela of PCG
Subic provides the final instructions to trainees
before their final examination during the last day
of the DOH-PCG Lifeguard Qualification Training
held in Lemery, Batangas from October 22-28,
2018
Credits : Glen S. Ramos
DOH SUCCESSFULLY
CONCLUDES LIFEGUARD
TRAINING FOR CALABARZON
D
OH-CALABARZON (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal,
Quezon) in coordination with the Philippine Coast
Guard has successfully completed the first batch of
lifeguards for CALABARZON after 8-days of rigorous
training which started on October 22 to October
28, 2018 held at La Suena Brisa Resort in Lemery,
Batangas.
Regional Director Eduardo C. Janairo stated during
the graduation ceremony that the trained lifeguards will serve as
the first line of defense during water emergencies in various resorts
of CALABARZON. “You are the most important member of your
establishments, because you know how to save lives and you are
trained to protect the safety and security of guests and tourists who
will be going for a bathe in the pool, on the beach or island hopping
in distinct places where they will be spending time swimming or
snorkeling.”
“We can now be assured that water incidents like drowning and
even serious fatality can be prevented or immediately addressed
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given your knowledge in first aid treatment and basic life support
service,” he emphasized.
Director Janairo also reminded the participants to undergo
healthy lifestyle practices and maintain a healthy and strong
physique. “It is important to lessen and refrain from vices such
as smoking and drinking alcoholic drinks which can affect your
perception and awareness while on duty.”
“Do not disregard the skills and knowledge you have learned
because you will not only be saving other lives but you will
also providing yourself with the opportunity to make your lives
better because what you have acquired here can provide you an
opportunity for high sustainable revenue in the future,” Janairo
stressed.
There were 38 trainees who graduated successfully from the
Lifeguard Qualification Training conducted by the Philippine Coast
Guard- National Capital Region District headed by CDR Paolo Z.
Abejuela of PCG Subic District as Course Director.
Cavite province has 4 participants who joined the training, 7