You have entered the water and are approaching a victim who is floating upright at the surface in 4 feet of water. What rescue technique would be appropriate?

In this scenario, the victim is floating upright and likely unconscious or unable to assist themselves. The appropriate technique for this type of situation is the passive victim front rescue. This method allows you to approach the victim face-to-face, ensuring that you can maintain visibility of their condition as you perform the rescue. By approaching from the front, you can also better control the victim's position and avoid the possibility of them inadvertently obstructing your movement.

This technique is particularly advantageous because it reduces the risk of additional injury to the victim or yourself during the rescue process. Additionally, it helps you maintain better communication with the victim if they regain consciousness or if they start to struggle. Always maintaining a clear view of the victim's face can also aid in assessing their condition throughout the rescue.

The active victim rear rescue is more suitable for situations where the victim is struggling and in danger of going under. In this case, a passive approach is needed. Meanwhile, reach and throw techniques are recommended for situations where the victim is farther away or you cannot access the water directly, which does not apply here since the victim is within reach in shallow water.