Perform water rescues
Aquatic venues pose risks which can be very serious and life threatening. Patrons can be put in danger for many reasons and can quickly become distressed in the water and in need of rescue.
Students will develop the knowledge and practical skills required to manage the safety of participants in aquatic recreation facilities, indoor or outdoor, and perform basic water-based rescues in a range of situations. Training will also cover the requirements for reporting incidents and maintaining confidentially.
Specific licensing requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training, should be obtained from the relevant state/ territory work health and safety regulatory authority.
Provider of Training and Assessment
This course is delivered by Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909
Unit Being Delivered
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909.
SISCAQU020 - Perform water rescues
To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
Important information prior to enrolment
+ Course Delivery
This course will be delivered in the workplace or at an Allens Training Pty Ltd or Third party facility.
+ Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including:
- The physical fitness and strength to conduct various swim rescue techniques including a 10-metre contact tow of a person in difficulty
- Throw a rope and pull/ tow a casualty
- Visual acuity to see the common visual signs and signals of a person experiencing difficulties in the water
- Hear the common signals of a person experiencing difficulties in the water which includes “call for help”
- Literacy and numeracy skills to be able to meet the demands of the course including:
- Interpret detailed workplace policies and procedures for venue supervision, risk management of patron safety and emergency response
- Provide clear and unambiguous verbal and non-verbal communications to staff, activity leaders and patrons
- Resolve diverse and unexpected safety incidents promptly and decisively
+ Course Duration
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
- Online with face to face 2 hours (minimum)
- Face-to-Face At least 3 Hours
+ Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
+ Certificate Renewal Requirements
The certificate does not require renewal
+ Learners Rights, Responsibilities and Support, including Complaints
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website www.allenstraining.com.aufor all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
What happens at the course?
+ Learning Activities
Delivery of course information and learning activities.
+ Assessment Activities
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
- Practical scenarios:
- Recognise and respond to three (3) situations:
- Perform two (2) non-swim rescues - reach and throw rescue
- Complete a ten metre swim and then complete one non-contact tow, towing the rescued person for at least ten metres, and remove the person from the water without assistance from another person
- Complete a ten metre swim and then complete one contact tow, towing the rescued person for at least ten metres, and remove the person from the water with assistance from one other person
- Recognise and respond to three (3) situations:
Demonstrate the following knowledge and skills for each rescue outlined above:
- effectively utilise rescue equipment suited to the type of rescue
- communicate effectively with the person in distress to provide instructions
- demonstrate fitness and strength throughout the rescue
- effectively utilise rescue equipment suited to the type of rescue
Documentation – Complete an incident reporting form
Theory assessment - A written exam consisting of short answer and multiple-choice questions. All questions must be completed.