What type of lifeguard coverage is implemented when multiple stations are set up to reduce the number of Scouts watched by each lifeguard?

Zone coverage is the correct answer because it involves dividing a swimming area into distinct sections, or "zones," with each lifeguard assigned to monitor a specific zone. This method allows for more efficient supervision by reducing the number of individuals each lifeguard needs to watch at one time, thereby ensuring better safety and quicker response times in emergencies. By focusing on a limited area, lifeguards can more effectively observe the activities and behaviors of swimmers, making it easier to identify any potential hazards or swimmers in distress.

Area coverage typically refers to a more generalized surveillance of a larger space without the specific division into zones. Open water coverage pertains more to lifeguarding in non-pool settings, such as lakes or rivers, where the layout and challenges differ from those in a designated swimming area. Team coverage usually involves a coordinated effort by several lifeguards to oversee a larger number of patrons but does not specifically address the zoning approach that facilitates closer monitoring of fewer swimmers per lifeguard.