Consistent with common practice, the lifeguard at a hotel pool periodically adds chlorine to the water to ensure clean and healthful conditions. One afternoon, after adding the appropriate dosage, the lifeguard failed to return the chlorine to its normal storage place and instead left it near the base of the guard chair. Unknown to the lifeguard, a young swimmer saw the chlorine, drank some, and became very ill. True or false: The hotel will be liable for the injuries.

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The hotel can be held liable for the injuries because the lifeguard, who was an employee of the hotel, failed to properly store the chlorine and created a dangerous situation that led to the young swimmer's illness. It is the hotel management's responsibility to ensure that their employees are trained appropriately to handle dangerous substances and to ensure that the necessary safety procedures are followed.

Consistent with Common Practice, the Lifeguard at a Hotel Pool