Análise da Viabilidade do Projeto Kitesurf Guarda-Vidas nas Praias de São Luís - MA

Abstract

Aquatic prevention and rescue actions have been consolidating and evolving over the years in all countries. In Brazil it was no different, since the beginning of these preventive activities, several materials were emerging that aimed at improving the response time and safety, in addition to less wear and tear of the lifeguards. The maintenance of life is one of several commitments of the Fire Department whose motto is other people's lives and save riches, always seeking to provide a service to care for victims with excellence and quality. Thus, this work aimed to analyze the feasibility of the Kitesurf lifeguard project in São Luís. Thus, it will be seen the factors surrounding the use of Kitesurf as a water rescue vehicle on the edge of the capital of Maranhão. The methodology used involved a bibliographic study, questionnaire application and interview. The interview was conducted with professionals in the area of Kitesurfing and aquatic rescue, where it was possible to verify that during the event season (second semester) this use becomes feasible. It was also found that lifeguards have a positive look at the use of this sport and are interested in this practice