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Inland Waters Awards

Inland Waters Safety Awareness Award

The Inland Waters Safety Awareness award will give learners the knowledge and skills needed to understand safety awareness and rescue techniques needed to work as an Inland Waters Lifeguard. View the full course specification here.

Course Units
Hazards of the water environment
Climatic Conditions
Boats and Vessels
Personal Protective Equipment and Zoning
Safety Measures when working near water
Rescue Options
Public Rescue Equipment

Minimum Guided Learning Hours
8 hours

Assessment Fee
£10

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Inland Waters Lifeguard Award

The Inland Waters Lifeguard will provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required in order to provide professional patrolling and water services at inland water sites, which meet the international standards for lifeguarding. The Inland Waters Lifeguard Award is comprised of a variety of units and all must be successfully passed to attain the qualification.. View the full course specification here.

Course Units
Beach Environment
Beach Patrolling
Working Practices
Communications
Basic Life Support
First Aid
Pool Based Practical
Foundation Tube Rescuer
Foundation Ocean Board Rescuer

Minimum Guided Learning Hours
Five 8 hour days plus an additional assessment of a maximum of 8 hours

Assessment Fee
£30

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  • Inland Waters Lifeguard Award Specification
  • Inland Waters Safety Awareness Award Specification
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