This concurrent resolution expresses strong support for open water lifeguards , acknowledging their vital role in protecting countless lives from death or serious injury. It specifically reaffirms their qualification as first responders and emergency response providers , recognizing the essential, lifesaving work these individuals perform. The resolution emphasizes that lifeguards operate at great personal risk and are often cross-trained in various emergency disciplines, including medical response and water rescue. It highlights that their duties align with the defined responsibilities of emergency response employees and first responders, encompassing protection of life, property, evidence, and the environment.