Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) - PUA20119

Life Saving Victoria Ltd

Type of institution: Registered Training Organisation
Level: Pre-degree
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The PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) is designed for introductory level participants in aquatic rescue activities. This will include rescuing, resuscitating and performing basic first aid in aquatic incidents that may involve oceans, rivers, swimming pools and vessels operating in coastal areas.The role of an aquatic rescuer is to recognise and rescue a person experiencing difficulty in the water, to identify and use different types of rescue equipment and to communicate with community members and other agencies in the event of an aquatic emergency. This may include undertaking basic patrol duties and developing surf awareness to be able to participate in lifesaving operations.This qualification includes the units of competency required by aquatic rescuers to perform a range of activities such as responding to rescue incidents and conducting patrols. It typically involves working as a team member, under guidance, in aquatic rescue operations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Subjects

  • Manoeuvre a vessel up to 24 metres within Near Coastal waters
  • Apply surf awareness and self-rescue skills
  • Communicate in the workplace
  • Follow defined work, health and safety policies and procedures
  • Meet work health and safety requirements
  • Provide basic emergency life support
  • Provide services to clients
  • Navigate in an aquatic environment
  • Work as a team member in an emergency operations centre
  • Work in a team
  • Perform basic water rescues
  • Observe personal safety and social responsibility
  • Prevent and fight fires on board a vessel
  • Drive vehicles under operational conditions
  • Supervise clients in aquatic locations
  • Prepare, maintain and test response equipment
  • Operate communications systems and equipment
  • Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities
  • Work effectively in a public safety organisation
  • Participate in an aquatic rescue operation

Study information

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