PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Anyone who wants to be a state beach lifeguard must pass a surf or nonsurf conditional lifeguard certification test, a news release from the R.I. Department of Environmental Management said Tuesday.
Nonsurf tests will be given from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 22, June 12 and June 27 at the Prosser Grove Picnic Area at Burlingame State Park in Charlestown. Call (401) 322-8910 if weather threatens.
Surf tests will be given from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 23 and June 13 at Scarborough State Beach in Narragansett. Call (401) 789-2324 if weather threatens.
Each applicant must be at least 16 years old and bring the $10 fee, proof of age and valid cards in lifeguard training, first aid and CPR. Those not yet 18 must bring a parent or guardian.