You're holding the rescue tube correctly; just remember to gather up the extra strap in one hand so it doesn't trip you.

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The main idea here is safe, efficient equipment handling to prevent tripping and maintain control during a rescue. When you hold the rescue tube and gather the extra strap in one hand, you keep excess material from trailing behind you. That reduces the chance you’ll trip over the strap or snag it on something, which helps you stay balanced and move quickly toward the swimmer. With the strap neatly managed, you can deploy the tube smoothly and maintain a strong, steady position as you approach and assist the swimmer. Because this small step directly reduces a hazard and improves your ability to perform the rescue, it’s an effective technique. Leaving the strap loose could create a trip risk and slow you down, so the action described is not neutral or questionable, and it’s certainly not ineffective.