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SISSS00134
Open Water Lifeguard
SISSS00134 - Inland Open Water Lifeguard
Course Information
Are you ready to elevate your water rescue capabilities? Our specialised course is tailor-made for lifeguards and outdoor recreation leaders tasked with overseeing complex water rescues in both indoor and outdoor swimming venues, whether they are built or natural. This course is designed for natural flatwater swimming and recreation areas such as lakes, lagoons, dams, flatwater or slow moving rivers as well as built recreational facilities such as wave parks which replicate a natural environment.
Key Features
Advanced Rescue Proficiency
Designed for participants with a basic understanding of water rescues, this course delves into advanced procedures for handling open water aquatic emergencies effectively.
Comprehensive Training Program
Covering a spectrum of rescue scenarios, participants will learn how to swiftly assess situations, determine precise rescue actions, and communicate seamlessly with relevant personnel.
Equipment and Techniques Mastery
Acquire proficiency in utilising a diverse range of equipment and techniques crucial for conducting open water rescues quickly and efficiently.
Diverse Rescue Challenges
Navigate through scenarios involving prevailing conditions and environmental hazards at watering holes, lakes, rivers, wave parks, lagoon/inland beaches as well as open water swimming competitions on a lake or river. This course prepares you for any combination of challenges that may arise during open water rescues.
Dynamic Situational Management
Learn the art of managing rapidly evolving situations, coordinating with a team, and organising further care during complex rescues.
Best Practices Adherence
All training aligns with established best practices in aquatic rescue, first aid, relevant legislation, and organisational policies.
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
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SISSS00134 - Inland Open Water Lifeguard Skillset
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SISCAQU019 - Supervise patron safety in aquatic locations
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SISCAQU021 - Perform complex water rescues
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SISCAQU029 - Perform open water rescues
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SISCAQU022 - Provide oxygen resuscitation and therapy in an aquatic environment
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HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
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HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid (Credit Transfer or additional day required)
Course Details
New course from $320 per student.
Refresher course from $180 per student.
Reduced rates apply for group bookings.
2 Days for New Open Water Lifeguard delivery. 1 Day for Refresher/Update delivery.
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 27 Hours if including First Aid.
Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 18 Hours
We come to you.
Travel fees may apply.
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Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Renewal Requirements
Certificates will require renewal after 12 months.
Student Booklet
Assessment Activities
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Simulated First Aid Scenario – Adult CPR (Selection of a scenario where the student has no prior knowledge of the casualty’s condition prior to starting treatment)
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Complete a first aid incident report form based on the simulated first aid scenario
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Performance Task – Infant and Child CPR
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Performance Tasks – Medical, Trauma & Environmental (Tasks 1 – 8)
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Anaphylaxis
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Asthma
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Choking
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Non-life-threatening-bleeding, minor wound cleaning & shock
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Nosebleed
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Fractures & dislocations
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Sprains and strains
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Envenomation (snake/ funnel-web spider bite)
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Identify the casualty’s illness or injury through history, signs and symptoms.
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Recognise and respond to three (3) supervision scenarios
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Participate in a discussion with an aquatic industry leader to clarify safety rules for the activity
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Identify the common signs and signals of a person experiencing difficulties in the water and possible contributing factors
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Demonstrating the fitness, strength, efficiency and speed, perform the multiple open water rescues including:
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Non-contact tow of a conscious casualty negotiating prevailing conditions and environmental hazards
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Contact tow of an unconscious casualty, negotiating prevailing conditions and environmental hazards
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Rescue using a non-motorised watercraft such a rescue board, paddleboard or surfboard, negotiating prevailing conditions and environmental hazards
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Use spinal mobilisation equipment and techniques
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Demonstrate the following knowledge and skills for each rescue:
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effectively utilise rescue equipment suited to the type of rescue
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communicate effectively with the person in distress to provide instructions
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demonstrate fitness, strength, efficiency and speed throughout the rescue
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Documentation:
Complete Incident Report forms
Theory Assessment:
A written exam consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions must be completed at the end of the training session. Students must answer all questions.
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