General Info

The Oceanside Lifeguard Service is a city division that provides beach and ocean safety rescues, as well as safeguards several beaches. Headquartered in Oceanside, Calif., the division also handles the enforcement of laws and regulations related to beach and water usage. It administers the Junior Lifeguard Program, which includes educational and training-related services. The Oceanside Lifeguard Service has been serving city residents for more than 60 years. The division s responsibilities include the water rescue of swimmers and surfers and underwater searches. It utilizes a variety of rescue equipment to handle these responsibilities. The division is a part of the Oceanside Department of Harbor and Beaches, which operates through harbor police, administration and maintenance divisions.