AIM

To develop basic land-based dry rescue abilities in open water conditions

 

Pre-requisites
The candidate must possess the Basic Lifesaving 1 award

 

EXAMINATION

Theory Test
1. Answer one question on each of the following:
    1.1 dangers of open water 1.4 dangers of heat illness and sunburn
    1.2 treatment for minor bleeding 1.5 dangers of bites and stings
    1.3 treatment of cramp 1.6 hypothermia

Practical Test
2. Reach
Rescue a casualty in shallow water between 1 metre and 2 metres away by using a suitable
reaching aid. Encourage the casualty to use the aid and return to safety. Assist the casualty to
walk up the beach.

3. Throw - Buoyant Aid
Rescue a casualty in deep water 5 metres away by using a suitable buoyant aid. Encourage the
casualty to use the aid and upon the return to safety, assist the casualty to walk away from the
water.

4. Throw - Lifebuoy
Demonstrate ability to throw with accuracy of a lifebuoy to a victim in deep water 5 meters away.
Encourage the casualty to use the aid and upon returning to safety, assist the casualty to walk up
the beach.

5. Throw - Unweighted Rope
Rescue a casualty 8 metres away in deep water using an unweighted rope. Encourage the
casualty to use the aid and on being returned to safety, assist the casualty to walk away from the
water.

6. Retrieval of unconscious victim with a rigid aid
With the use of a rigid aid, retrieve an unconscious/injured casualty in shallow water with depth
not exceeding waist line. Upon retrieving the casualty to the shallow water, calling for assistance
from a bystander. Land the casualty with assisted lift and place in Recovery Position. Call for
ambulance and trained CPR/AED provider to commence CPR/AED rescue if casualty is not
breathing.

7. Initiative
Demonstrate ability to rescue a casualty in shallow water using reaching or throwing skills, in a
situation previously unknown to the rescuer. After the rescue, explain the reasons for your
actions.