Course Details - World Aquatics - Flexible Training for a Dynamic Industry

World Aquatics

World Aquatics Pty Ltd
8 Montrose Avenue
NORWOOD SA 5067

t. 08 8363 6480
f. 08 8363 5120
info@worldaquatics.com.au
www.worldaquatics.com.au

Aquatic Emergency Procedures (Practical Only)

Course Dates:

Date: Thursday 9th September 2010 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Venue: State Swim Seaford - 3-5 Cascade Drive, Seaford

Date: Saturday 11th September 2010 1.15pm - 2.15pm
Venue: State Swim Seaton - 1 Wilford Ave, Seaton

Date: Tuesday 14th September 2010 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Venue: State Swim Mt Barker - 30 Simper Cres, Mt Barker

Course Details

Incorporating the Unit of Competence:

  • SRC AQU 003B Respond to an Aquatic Emergency Using Basic Water Rescue Techniques

This course provides the candidate with the ability to respond to an aquatic emergency using basic water rescue techniques.

There are two options with this course. The Theory and Practical Course consists of approximately 2 ½ contact hours and the Practical Only Course is approximately 1 ½ hours.

Topics include:

  • Industry and organisational requirements
  • Non-swimming rescues
  • Swimming rescues
  • Characteristics of a person in difficulty
  • Factors contributing to minor emergencies requiring rescue
  • First Aid
  • Responding to minor aquatic emergencies
  • Utilising people involved
  • Utilising rescue equipment
  • Putting the rescue plan into action
  • Evacuation drill

Cost

Practical Only Course: $34.50

Duration:

Practical Only Course: 1 ½ hours

These are nominal duration and times will vary according to skill retention and class size.

Assessment:

Competency based with formal practical assessment.

Verifcation Validity

One Year

Course Accreditation

The course is nationally recognised.