Aquatic Technical Operator Skill Set (SISSS00131)

• BSBWHS308 Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes
• SISCAQU015 Test pool water quality
• SISCAQU016 Manage pool water quality
• SISCAQU017 Monitor and maintain aquatic facility plant and equipment
• SISXFAC009 Coordinate facility maintenance

This course will enhance your personal survival skills while providing you with the knowledge and skills to develop the level of judgement, technique and physical ability required to safely carry out water rescues.

PLEASE BRING LONG SLEEVED T-SHIRT AND LONG PANTS on the day as you will be required to swim in clothes for some of the assessment tasks 

Theory
Safe water practices; survival in the water; self-preservation; recognising an emergency; assessment before and during a rescue; priorities for rescue; CPR theory; acceptance of responsibility; use of bystanders; emergency care and contacting emergency services.

Practical
Resuscitation: demonstrate effective CPR
Swim: swim 400 metres continuously within 13 minutes. 100m freestyle, 100m breaststroke, 100m survival backstroke, 100m sidestroke.
Timed tow: swim 50 metres, then tow a patient 50m within 3 min 15 sec
Survival and Rescue Skills: demonstrate a range of survival techniques and appropriate rescues for a range of different aquatic environments and scenarios.
Spinal injuries: basic management of a suspected spinal injury in shallow and deep water
Rescue initiative: demonstrate initiative in effecting a rescue of two people who are in difficulty up to 15 metres from safety.

Successful candidates receive a:

• Royal Life Saving Bronze Medallion certificate (valid for 12 months)

A Statement of Attainment for the below Units of Competency from the SIS National Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package will be issued upon successful completion of both the theoretical and practical components of the course.

• SISCAQU020 Perform water rescues
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

The Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard Certificate is recognised throughout Australia and in many countries around the world. The certificate is an entry-level professional qualification that can lead to an exciting career in the aquatic and recreation industry.

The course offers expert professional training, and leads to a nationally accredited skill set - ‘SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard Skill Set’.  Along with covering the skills and knowledge of first aid, resuscitation, swimming and water safety you will also learn about rescue and emergency response techniques, aquatic supervision, risk management, public relations, effective communication, conflict management and basic technical pool operations. These are valuable skills in any work context and lifeguarding is a dynamic, in-demand profession that can open up work opportunities in a wide variety of national and international locations. There are also opportunities for career advancement such as Supervisor, Duty Manager, Facility Manager, Swim Teacher and Trainer/Assessor.

Successful candidates will receive a statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the SIS National Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package:

• HLTAID009 Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 
• HLTAID011 Provide first aid* (*Credit Transfer only - must hold current Provide First Aid HLTAID011)
• SISCAQU019 Supervise patron safety in aquatic locations
• SISCAQU020 Perform water rescues
• SISCAQU021 Perform complex water rescues
• SISCAQU022 Provide oxygen resuscitation and therapy in an aquatic environment

The Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard Certificate is recognised throughout Australia and in many countries around the world. The certificate is an entry-level professional qualification that can lead to an exciting career in the aquatic and recreation industry.

The course offers expert professional training, and leads to a nationally accredited skill set - ‘SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard Skill Set’.  Along with covering the skills and knowledge of first aid, resuscitation, swimming and water safety you will also learn about rescue and emergency response techniques, aquatic supervision, risk management, public relations, effective communication, conflict management and basic technical pool operations. These are valuable skills in any work context and lifeguarding is a dynamic, in-demand profession that can open up work opportunities in a wide variety of national and international locations. There are also opportunities for career advancement such as Supervisor, Duty Manager, Facility Manager, Swim Teacher and Trainer/Assessor.

Successful candidates will receive a statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the SIS National Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package:

• HLTAID009 Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 
• HLTAID0011 Provide first aid* (Credit Transfer)
• SISCAQU019 Supervise patron safety in aquatic locations
• SISCAQU020 Perform water rescues
• SISCAQU021 Perform complex water rescues
• SISCAQU022 Provide oxygen resuscitation and therapy in an aquatic environment

Resuscitation refers to the actions taken to keep a casualty alive after their breathing and heartbeat has stopped. Resuscitation can mean the difference between life and death and early intervention with Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can and will save lives. By taking the time to learn about resuscitation, you could save someone's life.

Royal Life Saving Resuscitation courses can give participants training and knowledge in a range of areas including CPR, Defibrillation and the chain of survival. All Royal Life Saving resuscitation training is delivered in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines

Successful candidates will receive a Statement of Attainment for Unit of Competency from the HLT National Health Training Package:

• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

This course will provide you with the ability to recognise basic signs and symptoms of various illnesses and injury and subsequent provision of appropriate treatment or assistance.

Successful candidates will receive a Statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the HLT Health Training Package:

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

• SISCAQU020   Perform water rescues                    
• SISCAQU023   Plan swimming lessons    
• SISCAQU024   Teach water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills           
• SISCAQU025   Teach water safety and survival skills
• SISCAQU026   Teach swimming strokes