COURSE PURPOSE

The aim of this course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to perform basic communication practices.

PREREQUISITES

A candidate must be a minimum of 13 years of age on the date of final assessment.

ELEMENTS

·         Use communication systems and equipment ·         Transmit and receive communications ·         Maintain communications equipment

SLS TRAINING RESOURCES

·         Surf Life Saving Training Manual ·         Interactive CD Rom ·         Power Point Presentation ·         Lifesaver Video ·         Trainer and Assessor Guides

COMPETENCY STANDARDS

None

COURSE INFORMATION

Duration: Courses run for 6-8 hours Location: courses are run by Nationally Recognised Trainers and Assessors to members of affiliated clubs Numbers: 2-20 * All courses include specific regional and local radio operations based off frequencies, support groups and emergency protocols