SG-Coach Level 1:  LifeSaving 1 Examination 

This LifeSaving 1 Examination is for SG-Coach Level 1 participants whose Lifesaving Certificate is not within 3 years validity.

Please book this only if you have completed all other modules.

Please find more information below.

Dress attire: Swimwear

LifeSaving 1 EXAMINATION Details:

Theory Test
1. Answer one question on each of the following:

1. 1.1  water safety

2. 1.2  principles of water rescue

3. 1.3  dangers in swimming pools

4. 1.4  seeking help

Practical Test

2. Casualty Simulation

   Demonstrate in the water the actions of a casualty who is: 2.1 a non-swimmer
   2.2 a weak swimmer

3. Reach
   Rescue a casualty in deep 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 climb out of the water.

4. 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 return to safety. Assist the casualty to climb out of the water.

5. Wade - Buoyant or Rigid Aid
   Enter shallow water with a suitable aid and perform a wading rescue of a casualty 10 metres to 12 metres away. Encourage the casualty to use the aid and return to safety. Assist the casualty from the water and then climb out.

6. Accompanied Rescue

   With a suitable buoyant aid enter shallow water and approach a casualty in deep water 25 metres away. Encourage the casualty to use the aid and maintain a safe distance whilst accompanying the casualty 25 metres to safety. Assist the casualty from the water and then climb out.

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

8. Swim
   Demonstrate ability to swim 100 metres in any recognised stroke.

*This session requires a minimum amount of candidates and if the minimum number is not reached the session will be postpone.