Basic Water Rescuer

Course Description

This course is designed for personnel who may work or who may be deployed to a basic (still) water environment, such as lakes, ponds and canals, where they may be required to undertake rescues.

Course Content Includes

Rescue philosophy, rescuer safety, hydrology and water hazards, personal and team equipment, on-scene safety briefing and site control, pre-planning and incident management, medical and de-contamination considerations, considerations for night operations, communications, basic swimming and self-rescue, bank-based rescue options, shallow water techniques, use of rescue platforms, sleds and boards, contact rescues, basic water search techniques.

Duration

2 Days (12 contact hours).

Location

Various locations around the UK. Please call the office for more information.

Cost

£295 per person.

Discounts are available for group bookings. (All prices exclude VAT).

Course Dates

Please contact the office for availability.

Pre-Requisites

Minimum age 18 and must be a confident swimmer.

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