RLSS Training in Warrington & Northwich, Cheshire
NEWSFLASH: The 2019 season is coming to an end I will be delivering more - Open Water Lifeguard courses next spring 2020 in the North West at Budworth Sailing Club, Warrington Road, Great Budworth, Cheshire, CW9 6HA. http://budworthsc.org.uk/about-us/how-to-find-us/
Course 1: A three day OWL course 25-27/03/20 - confirmed, this is early season so wetsuit a definite must. Cost £265.
Course 2: One day RPL conversion for exisitng NPLQ holders 13/04/19, still early season so full wetsuit needed. Cost £95 (This is a fully assessed course so make sure your CPR etc is good)
There has been a growth in open water swimming, aqua parks and triathlon events etc. and lifeguards are needed to support these events. I am always looking to collect names for interested individuals or groups that wish to complete this OWL qualification.
Need an on-site course? Or do you need to gain some OWL training hours? Need an OWL Assessor then contact me.
More on these awards on the RLSS website. Email me. mark@richmondtrainingassociates.co.uk
Over 18 years of age you may be able to use your lifeguard qualifications in one of the American Summer Camps - examples here: Link one Link two
Picture recent OWL course at NWSC., Nottingham in March 2018
Picture recent OWL course at Budworth SC, Cheshire in April 2018
Employer's please consider ~ swimming pools carry inherent risks to your customers, are your staff appropriately qualified and importantly receiving regular in service training? Have you read the advice in the book Managing health and safety in swimming pools (HSG179) . Mark can advise you on your swimming pool needs and suggest potential solutions such as Pool lifeguard / Emergency Response.
Training & assessment can be provided specifically in the following popular water safety courses:
RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
This is the core and most recognised award for supervsion of swimming pools. In fact the society says there is shortage of lifeguards. More on the RLSS Website. I don't have any open courses at present but my associate may in the North West so email for information.
UK lifeguard vacancies
RLSS UK OPEN WATER LIFEGUARD
A relatively new and unique award developed to match the growing revolution in open water swimming activities and Aqua Park Safety. The Open Water Lifeguard course is available as a one day RPL conversion for existing NPLQ holders. Or as a 3 day initial course for new entrants.
RLSS UK 2 hour WATER RESCUE EQUIPMENT TRAINING
RLSS UK have developed Water Rescue Equipment Training to provide basic rescue skills to anyone
working near water, along with any members of the public that would like to know what to do in an
emergency. The training is delivered over two hours and does not include entering the water, you will
learn about the hazards and dangers of open water, how to use basic rescue techniques as well as
rescue equipment that can be found around waterways across the UK.
RLSS UK National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches.
Targeted at swim teachers to provide a structured poolside lifesaving award for such staff training also includes risk assessment, first aid and resuscitation. This rescue test award is endorsed by the ASA and ISTC. and is recognised in "Managing Health & Safety in Swimming Pools - HSG 179" as being appropriate for those supervising programmed swimming activities i.e. swimming lessons / training.
RLSS UK Rescue Test for Supervisors of Swimmers with Disabilities.
Provides basic competence in Lifesaving & Life Support for any person engaged in the supervision of swimming for people with disabilities in a swimming pool. Award includes lifesaving skills, resuscitation and first aid.
RLSS UK Emergency Response (Swimming Pool).
Provides a programme in water rescue competence for staff working in a facility where there is a swimming pool but no direct pool side supervision. E.g. ideal for small hotel pools with restricted entry etc. and as suggested in "HSG 179" after a suitable risk assessment.
RLSS UK Emergency Response (Outdoor Activity Supervisors).
Provides a test of competence in accident prevention, water rescue and life support for those supervising others at recognised sites used for activities on, in or near water. Note this is not a recognised lifeguard qualification.
RLSS UK Emergency Response (Open Water).
Provides a test of competence in accident prevention, water rescue and life support for employees etc. on or near open water sites. E.g. Park Wardens, Golf course staff etc. Note this is not a recognised lifeguard qualification.
RLSS UK Community Instructor Course.
Qualify to deliver RLSS's Community Programmes such as Save a Baby's / Chilid's / Adulyt's Life and AED use. You must be 16 years of age and ideally have some first aid experiencer and be happy to use presenation skills.
RLSS UK has developed the National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP)
OPEN ACCESS NWSMP Levels 1 to 3 course normally in Cheshire on demand Cost £175, dependant on modules required.
There are opportunities to provide this water safety course on the Costa Blanca South - Oriehuela Costa in Spain. Couple the award with a holiday? I have opportunity to provide this between 8th September and 7th November 2019 - swim in the sea?
The NWSMP programme is a key step forward in helping employers meet their civil and statutory water safety management obligations, especially where employees have supervisory responsibilities in or near water. Many people working near the water margins receive minimal or no water safety training due to water safety training often taking a back seat compared to more traditional and recognised health and safety training.
This water safety course has a flexible Modular Framework relevant to a wide range of sectors:
The NWSMP is built around a modular framework, enabling employers to construct relevant and bespoke water safety training programmes by selecting modules most suited to their operational and individual needs. NWSMP:
Relevant to a wide range of sectors, including teaching (field trips), construction, environmental health, leisure and the emergency services.
Fulfils the water safety training needs of a wide range of users (reflecting the range of activities that take place in and around the water’s edge).
Progressive:
Starting with Level 1 Water Safety Awareness Module, candidates can progress to a range of Environment Specific Modules which cover hazards associated with still water, river and/or beach environments as well as basic rescue techniques. For anyone requiring more advanced rescue skills, the In-Water Rescue Module covers essential in-water rescue knowledge and tests competency.
Life Support can be bolted on to make a truly comprehensive programme and additional NWSMP modules are being considered to meet the needs of even more employers.
The NWSMP is a RLSS UK certificated water safety course - Level 1 includes a self study pack and a 4 hour Guided Learning unit. Each Level 2 and Level 3 Module involves 3 hours of training. The full programme, covering Level 1 to Level 3 plus Life support, requires 2.5 days of training. Businesses can discuss their specific requirements to build a course that focuses on specific workplace requirements. The materials are electronic and are emailed to candidates (PDF files), certification is also electronic via your email address.
November 2017 - We can now also supply Level 1 Flood Safety Awareness Module which meets DEFRA Module 1 - Water Awareness and Level 1 Aquatic Personal Protective Equipment (Competent User) - APPE, which relates to selecting and using appropriate kit eg lifejackets, drysuits etc.
Guidance leaflet here
Rough guideline cost Level 1 £80 further Levels £40 each.
Fuller details are provided on this RLSS UK website.
LINKS: www.rlss.org.uk RLSS UK website. www.rlssdirect.co.uk www.liverpool-lifesavers.org.uk Liverpool & District Branch of Lifesavers. www.openwatersafety.co.uk Sister site.
Don't Drink & Drown Campaign http://www.rlss.org.uk/about-us/campaigns/dont-drink-drown/ Open Water Safety Courses
REFUND POLICY FOR REED USERS The consumer has from the day of their purchase 14 days to cancel their course and be eligible for a full refund of 100% of the purchase order providing they have not attended the course and have informed the provider in writing that they can't attend. Thank you.
