Gisborne/Tairawhiti - Surf Lifeguard & Patrol Support Exam #2
Event Details
Event Contact:
Nick Wagstaff
Tel: 027 901 7517
Email: nick.wagstaff@surflifesaving.org.nz
Description
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Surf Lifeguard Award certifies that the holder has the basic skills and knowledge to be a Surf Lifeguard. This is the entry-level qualification for members to be a patrolling member. The Surf Lifeguard Award is the first step on the Surf Life Saving New Zealand lifeguard pathway.
COURSE INFORMATION
Duration: 1 Day
Pre-requisites: 14 years of age | Current member of a SLS club
Requirements: Attend training sessions with the club instructor Complete the SLA candidate Workbook Successfully complete all components of the examination
Registration: To register, club instructors please email Nick Wagstaff before – November 18th 2022
Disclaimer: Without a minimum of 10 participants, this exam date will not stand
EXAM COMPONENTS
1. 400m pool swim (under 9 minutes)
2. Run-Swim-Run in surf
3. Tube Rescue in the pool and surf
4. First Aid and CPR
5. Communication Signals
6. Radio Communication
7. Theory Test
8. Rescue tows and releases