Description
The Inland Waterways Life Saving Certificate update course refreshes the skills taught during the 2 day Inland Water course. The course covers the following topics:
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Personal safety and wellbeing
- Inland waterway awareness and skills
- Communication
- Rescue techniques
- Carries and supports
Assessment
To demonstrate competency, candidates are assessed on both theoretical and practical components throughout the course.
Theory consists of an examination paper (100% pass mark)
Demonstration of CPR
Water based assessments include:
- Signals
- 200m run / 200m swim / 200m run at a beach (eight minutes or less)
- Risk and safety assessment
- Rescues
Candidates will also receive a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
PUASAR013 Participate in an Aquatic Rescue Operation
SISCAQU002 Perform Basic Water Rescues
SISCAQU006 Supervise Clients at an Aquatic Locations
Prerequisites
- Candidates must be 15 years of age.
- Hold a current Inland Waterways Life Saving Certificate
- Must have a reasonable level of fitness and swimming ability i.e. be able to swim 400 metres in 9 minutes in a swimming pool
