Brandon LaGrotta

10 year ocean lifeguard with a strong background in aquatic safety and emergency response, prepared for this role. Proven ability to ensure patron safety, handle high-pressure situations, and perform rescues effectively. Emphasis on teamwork and achieving safety goals, with adaptability to evolving conditions. Skilled in CPR, medical aids, aquatic and rock rescue techniques, and SCUBA operations, complemented by reliable and calm demeanor.

• Rescue Watercraft Operator – 06/2018
• FEMA Incident Command Systems 100 – 02/2019
• Department of Parks & Recreation EMS Instructor – 12/2021
• FEMA Incident Command Systems 200 – 10/2023
• FEMA Incident Command Systems 700 – 10/2023
• FEMA Incident Command Systems 800 – 10/2023
• Red Helmet Training – Incident Command Systems 300 – 01/2024
• Red Helmet Training – Company Officer 2B – 02/2024
• Crisis Prevention Institute – 12/2017
• Emergency Vehicle Operations & Code-3 Driving – 06/2018
• Rescue Watercraft Operator Course– 06/2018
• Formal Medical Report Writing – 06/2018
• Watchtower Computer Automated Dispatching – 05/2021
• De-escalation Management – 06/2022
• Sand Entrapment – Huntington Beach Lifeguards – 02/2023
• Code-X – State Parks – 06/2023
• Rescue Vessel Deck Handing – 06/2023
• Rock Rescue and Coastal Cliff Orientation – 11/2023
• Beach Driving – Seal Beach Lifeguards – 02/2024
• Maritime Smuggling Awareness – Huntington Beach Lifeguards – 05/2024

• State of California Emergency Medical Technician – 10/2016
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians – 10/2016
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider – 10/2018
• California Boater Card – 07/2019
• PADI Basic Open Water SCUBA Diver – 11/2022
• NAUI Advanced Open Water SCUBA Diver – 01/2024
• NAUI Rescue SCUBA Diver – 01/2024
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor – 01/2024
• American Red Cross Basic Life Support Instructor – 10/2024
• American Red Cross Basic Life Support Provider - 10/2024