bottleneck-slow down or impede by creating an obstruction; His laziness has bottlenecked our efforts to reform the system. blockade, obstruct, stymie, stymy, embarrass, hinder, block-hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; His brother blocked him at every turn.
Becoming a Lifeguard. Becoming a lifeguard does require an initial investment of time and money. Certification courses cost anywhere from $150 to $500, and take upwards of 30 hours to complete.
Coursework and training to become an EMT-basic or first responder can generally be completed in as little as three weeks on an accelerated basis. For part-time students, these programs may take around 8-11 weeks to complete. Such programs teach students how to manage respiratory, cardiac and trauma emergencies, as well as assess patient conditions. To become an EMT-intermediate 1985 or 1999, students generally must complete 30-350 hours of training. This training requirement varies according to the procedures the state allows these EMTs to perform.