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Candidate Book – Part 3

Candidate Name:

Assessment ID:

Certificate I I in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) PUA21010

August 2012

Registered Training Organisation 21799

THIS BOOK MUST BE RETURNED TO LIFE SAVING VICTORIA WITH BOOK 2 WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF THE COURSE COMPLETION

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Contents

Contents ............................................................................................................................... 2

Life Saving Victoria ............................................................................................................... 4

Leadership & Development Programs ................................................................................... 4

Assessment Activity ........................................................................................................... 4

The Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion ................................................................................. 5


Bronze Medal Currency ........................................................................................................ 5


Course outcomes .................................................................................................................. 6


What you need to complete your course ............................................................................... 7


How to use this Learner Guide .............................................................................................. 8


Induction checklist ................................................................................................................. 9


Supporting cultural diversity and equal opportunity ............................................................. 10

Assessment Activity ......................................................................................................... 10

Individual members ......................................................................................................... 11


Keeping up to date .............................................................................................................. 12


Public safety and Aquatic Rescue-33rd Edition .................................................................... 13

The origins of surf lifesaving Australia ................................................................................. 13


Our History .......................................................................................................................... 14

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Lifesaving today .................................................................................................................. 15


Why we exist ....................................................................................................................... 16


How we reduce drowning .................................................................................................... 16

Drowning prevention chain .............................................................................................. 16


Our core activities ............................................................................................................... 18


Health and fitness ............................................................................................................... 19

Education and training ........................................................................................................ 19

Leadership .......................................................................................................................... 20


Australian Coastsafe services ............................................................................................. 20


Our strategic priorities ......................................................................................................... 21


International Lifesaving ....................................................................................................... 22




Hints for your SLSA portfolio ........................................................................................... 24

Chapter 11 Patrols ........................................................................................................ 25

Activity — how do I behave with others? ......................................................................... 25

Chapter 1 Critical Incident Stress ................................................................................ 26

Your personal ABC .......................................................................................................... 26

Instructions to Candidates ............................................................................................... 28

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Life Saving Victoria

Life Saving Victoria offers opportunities both aquatic and land activities. Members are not limited to active lifesaving as clubs offer a variety of skilled opportunities in support roles such as:

Radio Communications Administrative Support Coaching and Officiating CALD Specific Programs Water Safety Education Training (classroom and water based) Mentoring our Youth Gear and Equipment Maintenance Training & Assessment

Life Saving Victoria employs over 120 staff as Professional Lifeguards to protect the Victorian public during the peak summer season. Appointments to beaches occur each year in November and December.

Hire of Lifeguards

Life Saving Victoria can provide Professional Lifeguards for hire to supervise aquatic events, excursions, camps, media and film sets, or even parties where water is involved.

Leadership & Development Programs

Leadership is a vital factor in the long term sustainability of lifesaving. As the community and business environment becomes more complex and demanding, so must lifesaving take the initiative to establish leadership confidence in its future. It is only through the development of leadership strength within the movement that this will happen. Lifesaving's future does not exist except in the actions taken by its members to invent that future.

Assessment Activity

1. Name 3 roles you can take part in

1) ______________________________________________________________

2) ______________________________________________________________

3) ______________________________________________________________

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The Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion

The Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion is the core lifesaving award required to participate as

a team member in a surf lifesaving service. To be a surf lifesaver, you will be required to

learn about your responsibilities as part of a surf lifesaving team, basic first aid and

emergency care skills, surf awareness and surf rescue skills.

The Bronze Medallion is also a prerequisite to many other surf lifesaving qualifications

including areas of power craft, advanced lifesaving and emergency care.

Prerequisites

To commence training for the Bronze Medallion you must meet the following prerequisites.

Assessment Activity

1. Tick the box for each prerequisite you have.

Are at least 15 years of age on the date of final assessment

Have completed a 400 metre swim in nine minutes or less, in a

swimming pool of not less than 5 metres or over a measured

open water course

These prerequisites need to be met before any training starts in the surf and or deep water.

Bronze Medal Currency

To remain qualified to perform rescue and first aid duties as part of a surf lifesaving service,

you must complete a proficiency test each year prior to 31st December. The requirements

are set by Surf Life Saving Australia and with additional local requirements set by your state.

The exact requirements may change each year based on industry needs and will include as

a minimum an assessment of CPR skills and a run-swim-run as a fitness test.

Assessment Activity

1. What will you need to complete by 31st December each year?

______________________________________________________________

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Course outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

Contribute to ensuring safe work environment by following Occupational health and

safety (OHS) guidelines

Describe surf and environmental conditions and hazards

Recognise and appropriate safe beach and zone for surf bathing

Demonstrate surf skills including:

Surf swimming

Body surfing

Paddle a rescue board

Explain the functions of the systems of the body

Perform CPR

Operate a defibrillator

Use oxygen to aid mouth to mask CPR

Use oxygen to provide therapy

Identify patient management techniques

Perform basic patient management techniques

Perform radio communication practices using approved SLSA radios

Communicate in the workplace

Perform patient approaches, supports and escapes aided by equipment on a

conscious and an unconscious patient

Identify people in distress in an aquatic environment

Perform patient retrieval and support unaided by equipment and using casualty

transport equipment

Set up a patrol and describe your role on a patrol

Demonstrate standard patrol practices work as part of a team

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Assessment Activity

1. Write 5 things you should be able to do upon completion

1) ______________________________________________________________

2) ______________________________________________________________

3) ______________________________________________________________

4) ______________________________________________________________

5) ______________________________________________________________

2. Describe briefly any barriers you may have in completing this.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

What you need to complete your course

Assessment Activity

1. Tick the resources available to you

A copy of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue

manual-33rd Edition

Candidate Book- Parts I & II-Certificate II in Public

Safety (Aquatic Rescue)

Access to a lifesaving club and lifesaving equipment

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How to use this Learner Guide

The topics include activities to assist you in developing your skills and knowledge as a

lifesaver

Complete the activities as directed by your trainer

You may not be required to complete all activities, but may do so if you wish

The assessment information near the back of this guide describes the tasks you will

need to complete to be found competent in the course, you can read these and use

them to ensure you are performing the tasks correctly

You will be supported by your Trainer/Facilitator who will show you the correct way to

do things

There will be opportunities for you to ask questions and seek guidance while working

through the guide

As you work through the guide, ask for feedback

Assessment Activity

1. Who can you ask for feedback?

________________________________________________________________

2. Where can you find the assessment information?

________________________________________________________________

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Induction checklist

Assessment Activity

What you have received/completed Tick

Welcome and brief club history

SLSA organisational structure

Member safety brochure

Membership fees paid

Parking and security procedures, if applicable

Club communication system

Code of Conduct

Public relations

Incident reporting procedures

Working with children check

Relevant SLSA policies (see website)

Relevant State/Branch/Surf Club policies

Grievance procedures

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Supporting cultural diversity and equal opportunity

With the provision of the 2007 SLSA inclusion strategy, SLSA embraced the diverse nature

of the Australian community. The development of programs and policy provided Australians

from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds the opportunity to engage in the Surf

Life Saving experience. SLSA recognises the valuable contribution that can be made by

people from a range of backgrounds. Involvement by a range of culturally diverse people

can be supported and encouraged in surf lifesaving by all members being aware of their

rights and responsibilities under the SLSA Member Safety and Wellbeing Policy. An extract

is provided below.

Extract from SLSA Policy 6.4 Member Safety and Wellbeing

Surf lifesavers are nurtured in an environment that values safety, trust, respect, caring and

responsibility. This environment encourages acceptance, confidence and risk taking. For

surf lifesavers to venture into challenging waters in times of distress, they need to have faith

and trust in themselves and in the people around them.

The motivation for surf lifesavers to give freely their time is found in surf life saving

environments that nurtures:

Safety and Support

Caring and Camaraderie

Trust and Teamwork

Respect and Responsibility

As part of the surf lifesaving community, each lifesaver makes a commitment to actively

encourage behaviours that promote such a supportive and nurturing environment.

Assessment Activity

1. What 5 values are mentioned in the SLSA Policy 6.4 Member Safety and Wellbeing

1) ________________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________________

4) ________________________________________________________________

5) __________________________________________________________

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Individual members

Rights Responsibilities

Members have a right to:

i. Be safe

ii. Be listened to

iii. Be respected

iv. Privacy

v. A protective environment in which inherent surf lifesaving risks are taken

vi. An inclusive environment

vii. Be referred to professional help if needed

viii. Be protected from abuse, discrimination or harassment by other members or outside sources

Members are responsible for:

i. Showing respect to other members

ii. Keeping themselves safe

iii. Complying with all other requirements of this policy

iv. Making themselves aware of the policy and complying with the standards of conduct outlined in this policy

v. Consenting to a national police check if the individual holds or applies for a role that involves working with people under the age of 18 years

vi. Cooperation in providing a discrimination, child-abuse and harassment free SLSA environment

vii. Understanding the possible consequences of breaching this policy

Assessment Activity

1. How do you think individual members can help promote diversity?

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2. Why is it important to support the philosophy of equal opportunity?

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3. How can you support SLSA’s inclusion strategy?

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

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Keeping up to date

Surf Lifesaving is a dynamic organisation which strives to incorporate the latest ideas and

techniques into its operations. Sometimes these changes are necessary due to outside

changes such as the Australian Resuscitation Council making new guidelines about how to

best perform CPR or in other cases this may be due to a change in direction by the

organisation.

To assist members with keeping up to date with the sometimes fast pace of change, SLSA

and LSV provide a range of support information to members. This information can be:

Sent out in Circulars (available from the SLSA and LSV websites)

Included as articles in club and state newsletters

Included as update in the annual proficiency test

Added to new and revised training manuals.

SLSA is up to the 33rd edition of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue Training Manual -

that’s about an entirely new manual once every 3 years.

In general the best way to ensure you stay up to date is to read club and state newsletters

and attend your annual proficiency test.

Assessment Activity

1. List three resources of information you can use to keep up to date

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2. Give 2 reasons why you should attend your annual proficiency test

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

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Public safety and Aquatic Rescue-33rd

Edition

The origins of surf lifesaving Australia

Australia’ first volunteer surf lifesaving clubs appeared on Sydney’s beaches in 1907. By-

laws which had banned bathing in daylight hours since the 1830’s were repealed between

1902 and 1905, in response to the increasing popularity of surf bathing, and the growing

conviction it was not an immoral act. The impact these changes had on local beach culture

was swift - beachgoers entered the surf in rapidly escalating numbers. The surf was new to

most bathers, and many could not swim, so with its increase popularity came more drowning

and consequent attempts at rescue.

By the summer of 1906-07, the population of Sydney was obsessed with the question of the

safety of the surf. It was in this environment that surf lifesaving clubs first officially emerged;

their regular patrols a welcome relief to the concerns of the local authorities and nervous

bathers alike. On 18 October 1907, a number of these clubs, along with other interested

parties, came together to form the Surf Bathing Association of NSW (SBANSW), the

organisation now known as Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA). The purpose of the SBANSW

was ‘to regulate and promote matters relative to surf bathing’. Since then, clubs, branches

state centres and support operations have formed around the entire Australian coastline.

Assessment Activity

1. What year did the first volunteer lifesaving clubs appear?

________________________________________________________________

2. Which state in Australia did this occur?

________________________________________________________________

3. What date did the Surf Bathing Association of NSW (SBANSW) form?

________________________________________________________________

4. What was the purpose of the SBANSW?

________________________________________________________________

5. What is the SBANSW now called?

________________________________________________________________

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Our History

1803- Governor King issues an instruction to convicts to not swim in Sydney Harbour

because of the danger of sharks and stingrays, and for reasons of decorum.

18 July 1818- First record in the press (Sydney Gazette) of a drowning in the Australian

surf, at Bondi Beach

1838- Bathing in Sydney’s harbour and beaches is banned between 6am and 8pm

Late 1890s- Surf brigades operate on a number of Sydney’s beaches

1907- A number of surf brigades become officially incorporated as surf lifesaving clubs

18 October 1907- The Surf Bathing Association of NSW is formed by a group of clubs and a

number of other organisations

1910- The first SLSA Bronze Medallions are awarded to five men from a number of Sydney

clubs. The Bronze Medallion becomes the basic qualification requirement to perform surf

lifesaving

20 March 1915- The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships are held on Bondi Beach

1935- Red and yellow beach flags are introduced, replacing the earlier colours of blue and

white

6 February 1938- ‘Black Sunday’- 100s of swimmers are swept into the water at Bondi

Beach. Roughly 250 were rescued, making this the biggest mass rescue in SLSA history.

Unfortunately five men died

1939- All surf lifesavers are instructed to wear red and yellow quartered caps while on patrol

1980- Females admitted as full patrolling members of surf lifesaving clubs for the first time.

Almost 45% of SLSA’s members are now female.

1997- First successful use of the defibrillator by a volunteer surf lifesaver

2000- Surf lifesavers feature in the closing ceremony for the Sydney Olympic Games

2007- Australia celebrates SLAS’s centenary with the Year of the Surf Lifesaver

Assessment Activity

Fill in the time line using the above dates

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1803 2007

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Lifesaving today

Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is one of Australia’s aquatic safety and rescue authorities

and specialises in ocean rescue, beach and surf safety.

With more than 100 years of history and tradition, surf lifesavers are an iconic symbol of the

Australian national character.

SLSA has in excess of 140 000 members in more than 300 surf lifesaving clubs, including

around 40 000 active patrolling surf lifesavers. This makes SLSA one of the nation’s largest

community service organisations. Through the Australian Lifeguard Services, we are also

the country’s biggest provider of lifeguard and rescue services.

Assessment Activity

1. What 3 things do Surf Life Saving Australia specialise in?

1) ________________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________________

2. A) Approximately how many members do SLSA have?

________________________________________________________________

B) How many surf lifesaving clubs?

________________________________________________________________

C) How many active patrolling surf lifesavers?

________________________________________________________________

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Why we exist

Some 11 560 beaches are scattered along Australia’s 36 000km coastline. There are an

estimated 55 million visitations to Australia’s beaches every year. Despite significant

advancements in technology, rescue techniques and knowledge, people still drown on our

beaches in unacceptable numbers, although the vast majority of drownings are outside

patrolled areas.

SLSA’s mission is to provide a safe beach and aquatic environment throughout Australia.

Assessment Activity

1. How many beaches are along Australia’s coastline?

________________________________________________________________

2. How long is Australia’s coastline?

________________________________________________________________

3. How many estimated visitation to Australia’s beaches per year?

________________________________________________________________

4. What is SLSA’s mission?

________________________________________________________________

How we reduce drowning

Drowning prevention chain

The International Life Saving Federation (ILS) has identified four factors that may lead to

drowning.

These are:

1. Lack of knowledge, disregard and misunderstanding of the hazard

2. Uninformed, unprotected or unrestricted access to the hazard

3. Lack of supervision or surveillance

4. An inability to cope once in difficulty

Any of the above by itself, or a combination of these factors, could lead to death by

drowning. An understanding of these factors, and how they contribute to drowning, is very

helpful in designing drowning prevention strategies. A focus on one factor may be the best

use of resources; although a multiple factor approach may be needed.

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The ILS document, Drowning Prevention Strategies, ‘A framework to reduce drowning

deaths in the aquatic environment for nations/regions engaged in lifesaving’, outlines

various strategies used by lifesaving organisations around the world to reduce death by

drowning. The strategies that have been identified to address the four aspects of the

drowning prevention chain are:

1. Education and information

2. Denial of access, improvement of infrastructure and/or provision of warnings

3. Provision of supervision

4. Acquisition of survival skills

SLSA has developed a Total Service Plan that outlines a number of initiatives to address

each aspect of the drowning prevention chain. This plan recognises that every lifesaver

needs to be skilled in Prevention, Recognition, Rescue and Recovery strategies and it is

through the strategies that we address the key factors leading to drowning.

Assessment Activity

1. What four factors can lead to drowning?

1) ________________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________________

4) ________________________________________________________________

2. The four aspects of drowning prevention are:

1) ________________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________________

4) ________________________________________________________________

3. SLSA has developed a Total Service Plan. What four skills does this plan recognise

that every lifesaver needs?

1) ________________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________________

4) ________________________________________________________________

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Our core activities

SLSA has grown to become a unique, multi-dimensional organisation with a diverse scope

of operational elements incorporating the following activities.

Community safety

Surf lifesavers- approximately 40 000 trained volunteers provided more than 1.4

million hours of beach patrols each season

Australian Lifeguard Services- one of the world’s largest providers of lifeguard

services, ensuring safer beaches for local government and other land managers.

Operational support- 24 hours a day/7 days a week, rapid response including

helicopters, jet rescue boats, offshore rescue boats and rescue water craft (RWC)

Assessment Activity

1. How many hours of beach patrol occur each season?

________________________________________________________________

2. When is operational support available?

________________________________________________________________

3. Name 3 types of craft available to use in a rescue.

1) _____________________________________________________________

2) _____________________________________________________________

3) ______________________________________________________________

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Health and fitness

Surf sports participation and events- developing participation pathways from nippers through

to international competitions, and including school and community programs

The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships- the largest event of its type in the

world

Coaching and officiating- a comprehensive accreditation system

Assessment Activity

1. What is the name of the championships?

______________________________________________________________

2. Who are ‘nippers’ in Surf Lifesaving?

______________________________________________________________

Education and training

Australian Lifesaving Academy- providing member and community education ranging from

basic to advanced surf rescue, workplace training and assessment, coaching, officiating and

leadership development and emergency care

Nippers- 50 000 future surf lifesavers learning surf safety and other skills

School programs- teaching surf survival skills to children in coastal and regional

communities

Assessment Activity

1. How many ‘nippers’ are involved in surf lifesaving?

______________________________________________________________

2. Where are school programs held?

______________________________________________________________

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Leadership

Peak body advocacy- improving Australia’s water safety and lifesaving standards through

proactive advocacy and advice

Social capital- contributing to a better Australia by building social capital through

leadership and member development programs which value and promote

volunteering in our community

Environmental responsibility- partnering with the community, government and

business to advance the protection and sustainability of our coastal environment

Assessment Activity

1. What is being improved through advocacy and advice?

______________________________________________________________

2. What 2 things can you do to help protect the coastline?

1) ______________________________________________________________

2) ______________________________________________________________

Australian Coastsafe services

The Australian Coastal Public Safety Guidelines- the most comprehensive coastal safety

document ever produced, providing best practice guidelines for coastal land managers

Australian Beach Safety and Management Program (ABSAMP)- the only

comprehensive database of every beach in Australia

Coastal safety and risk management- using the above suite of tools to provide a core

service to governments, land managers and other organisations

Assessment Activity

1. What is the Australian Beach Safety and Management Program?

______________________________________________________________

2. What is the coastal safety document called?

______________________________________________________________

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Our strategic priorities

Since 2000, SLSA has been guided by our Future Directions strategic plan which was

reviewed and updated in 2004. In August 2006, SLSA undertook a major review of its

strategic direction and operations. This Towards 2020 workshop identified that the key

strategic elements of Future Directions remained relevant to SLSA and also acknowledged

the need to maintain alignment with the National Water Safety Plan.

There are six strategic priorities to help us achieve our strategic intent of saving lives in the

water. These are:

1. Delivering our peak body responsibilities

2. Preventing deaths and injuries in the water

3. Leading a strong, viable national organisation

4. Building frontline capacity and capability

5. Contributing to a healthy nation

6. Supporting SLSA’s core objectives via enjoyable and entertaining surf sports

Assessment Activity

1. Name the six strategic priorities to achieve the intent of saving lives.

1) ______________________________________________________________

2) ______________________________________________________________

3) ______________________________________________________________

4) ______________________________________________________________

5) ______________________________________________________________

6) ______________________________________________________________

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International Lifesaving

In November 1956, the Australian Council of the Surf Life Saving Association joined the Surf

Life Saving Associations of New Zealand, South Africa, Ceylon, Hawaii, Great Britain and

the USA to establish the International Council of Surf Life Saving, which made its

headquarters in Toronto, Canada.

In 1974, a meeting took place in Sydney at which all affiliates to the International Council of

Surf Life Saving joined to a new, fully constituted organisation called World Life Saving

(WLS).

In 1993, WLS and the Federation Internationale de Sauvetage Aquatique (FIS) united to

become the International Life Saving federation (ILS), headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.

This worldwide organisation coordinates the activities of the rescue, education, medical,

drowning prevention and surf sports community, for the benefit of all member nations.

Assessment Activity

1. Name the countries that form the International Council of Surf Life Saving.

1) ___________________________________________________________

2) ___________________________________________________________

3) ___________________________________________________________

4) ___________________________________________________________

5) ___________________________________________________________

6) ___________________________________________________________

7) ___________________________________________________________

2. What year was the International Life Saving Federation (ILS) formed?

_____________________________________________________________

3. Name 3 activities the ILS coordinates.

1) ___________________________________________________________

2) ___________________________________________________________

3) ___________________________________________________________

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Assessment Activity

Induction Checklist

Occupational Health and Safety Tick

1. OH&S legislation, SLSA policies e.g. health and safety, return

to duty

2. Outline of OH&S responsibilities of all members

3. Outline of OH&S responsibilities of supervisors

4. Reporting of OH&S issues-unsafe conditions, accidents,

incidents

5. Health & safety information at the club

6. Personal injury reporting and workers compensation

7. Emergencies and first aid equipment

8. Overview of common Surf Club hazards

Manual handling

Hazardous substances

Infection control

9. Orientation to Surf Club including:

Safety signs and exits

Emergency access for ambulance

10. Personal protective equipment

11. Emergency evacuation procedures

12. Fire safety training and location of fire extinguishers

Training Tick

1. Training manual issued

2. Awards and qualifications structure

3. Allocation to a trainer and /or training group

4. Training facilities and resources explained

Orientation to club house Tick

1. First aid room

2. Amenities, kitchen

3. Gymnasium orientation and safety induction

4. Gear shed and location of equipment

5. Location of phone and emergency numbers

6. Specific problem areas/issues relevant to the Club

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Assessment Activity

Gathering a portfolio

A portfolio can be made up of documents and physical objects that demonstrate your skills,

knowledge and experiences. It can include examples of things that you have done yourself

or as part of a group. You can also include originals or copies of: qualifications, certificates,

letters of support, membership details for organisations (eg volunteer organisations), etc.

Hints for your SLSA portfolio

A portfolio should include any evidence you have that demonstrates your skills, knowledge

and experience.

Obtain a good quality folder (with dividers and plastic pockets) and put into it any documents

you have while taking part in surf lifesaving

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Chapter 11 Patrols

Working with others

While being part of a surf lifesaving patrol, you will have to work with other people. To be able to work effectively with others is a skill which can be transferred from everyday living into the workplace. There are some skills needed to be able work well with others, communication and interpersonal skills are two of the most important. Working well with others can take effort so developing these can help.

Most teams are set up by the organisation. Teams come in many sizes depending on what work they do, what the organisation’s structure and the tasks you are expected to do.

Activity — how do I behave with others?

good with ideas good at doing things

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

like to work in a group like to work alone

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

always late always on time

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

don’t listen to others a good listener

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

very quiet talk a lot

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

prefer to follow another’s lead like to lead others

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

don’t try to be organised always organised

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

like to stick to what I know like change

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Chapter 1 Critical Incident Stress

Stress Management

What is STRESS Stress is when your body reacts to the demand put upon it. The more demand we put on ourselves the greater the stress. What can we do to cope? Your body has a stress warning system. If you get to know your body’s stress warning system then you can take action. Think of it as ABC. A is for awareness- knowing what causes you to stress. B is for balance- learn how to balance stress in your life in a positive way and not let it take over you. C is for Control - this can be a tool to help you keep control in a situation that you find stressful and be able to react in a positive way.

Your personal ABC

List some situations that make you feel stressed.

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

List some activities you do to help you relax.

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

How many of these activities involve physical activity?

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Think of ONE new activity you could do to help you when you are feeling stressed.

_________________________________________________________________________

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Did you know?

Experts believe that the increased flow of blood around the body during physical activities can ease the feeling of stress and tension. When you can recognise what causes you to feel stressed, you can take steps to counteract these feelings and take control of your reaction. Scientists have proven that when we laugh we activate endorphins which make us feel good. Look after yourself. Get enough sleep, enough exercise and eat healthy, this will help your body be physically strong enough to cope with stress.

Ten tips for mental wellness

Sort the 10 tips in the boxes below of what you already do and what you may need to start doing.

Mental Health Tip I already do

this I need to

start doing

Build your Confidence- identify your strengths and weaknesses and build on your strengths. Do the best you can do.

Accept compliments- sometimes it is hard to accept kindness from others but we need to remember these when times are tough.

Make time for family and friends- these are our greatest relationships and need to not be taken for granted.

Give and accept support- we all need this sometimes

Create a realistic budget- money problems cause a lot of stress. Try not to over spend on things you don’t need.

Volunteer- helping the community can give a sense of community involvement and satisfaction.

Manage stress- learn how to deal with situations that cause stress.

Strength in sharing- sharing problems with others can help you find solutions and make you realise you are not alone.

Know and deal with moods- find safe and positive ways to deal with feelings of joy, happiness, anger, sadness and fear.

Learn to like yourself- get to know yourself and be your own best friend.

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Instructions to Candidates

Return Candidate Book Three, with Candidate Book Two to Life Saving Victoria (this should

be via your course Trainer or Assessor:

Life Saving Victoria

200 The Boulevard

Port Melbourne, VIC 3207

Candidate Book Two and Three must be received within two weeks of the course

assessment date.

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