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Balearic Islands tighten controls on lifeguards – more safety or lip service?

Why lifeguard shortages and weak hiring can become a problem in Mallorca

Seasonal hiring pressure and weak controls can undermine lifeguard standards on Mallorca’s beaches.

Published: April 22, 2026
Balearic Islands tighten controls on lifeguards – more safety or lip service?

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Why do some Mallorca beaches have lifeguard problems in high season?

Mallorca’s beaches rely on seasonal staffing, with many contracts starting in spring and peaking around Easter and summer. That creates pressure to hire quickly, which can open the door to cheap providers, poor oversight and staff who are not fully trained. When staffing is weak, both beachgoers and workers carry the risk.

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