What should you do when making a front rescue?

In a front rescue, it is essential to ensure that you have a secure and stable approach to the victim. Pushing the rescue tube into the person's chest provides a buoyant support system that helps keep both the rescuer and the victim afloat while maintaining physical contact. This method serves several purposes: it allows the rescuer to stabilize the victim, provides them with immediate flotation support, and prevents the rescuer from being overwhelmed by the victim's movements or panic.

Effectively using the rescue tube is crucial in managing the situation, as it allows the lifeguard to control the rescue more safely and effectively. The goal is to perform the rescue while minimizing risk to both the victim and the rescuer, ensuring that the victim is not overwhelmed or distressed unnecessarily.