RLSS - Water Awareness with Annex G
Water Safety Awareness Training for Construction, Civil Engineering & Industry
Working near rivers, canals, lakes, reservoirs and other water environments presents hazards that require appropriate training, awareness and effective emergency procedures.
Our RLSS Water Awareness with Annex G training is aimed at organisations whose employees work near water, including construction companies, civil engineering contractors, maintenance teams and infrastructure operators.
The training helps participants recognise water-related hazards, understand risk assessments, adopt safer working practices and respond appropriately to water emergencies.
Delivered by Medical & Water Safety Ltd, an RLSS-approved training provider, the course supports safer working environments and improved water safety awareness.
Course Overview
RLSS Water Awareness with Annex G provides essential water safety knowledge for personnel working in environments where water presents an occupational hazard.
The course focuses on recognising hazards, understanding the dangers associated with different water environments, reducing risks and following appropriate emergency procedures.
Who Should Attend?
This training is suitable for:
- Construction and civil engineering personnel
- Bridge construction and maintenance teams
- Highway and drainage workers
- Flood defence and environmental workers
- Utility and infrastructure contractors
- Canal, river and marina maintenance personnel
- Site supervisors, managers and safety representatives
- Search & Rescue teams
- Organisations whose employees work near inland water
Course Content
Training topics may include:
- Water hazards and risk awareness
- Rivers, canals, reservoirs and other inland waters
- Cold water shock and immersion hazards
- Water movement, currents and changing conditions
- Dynamic risk assessments
- Safe working practices near water
- Appropriate personal protective equipment
- Buoyancy aids and lifejackets
- Emergency procedures and raising the alarm
- Safe principles of assisting a person in difficulty
- Water safety management and relevant Annex G requirements
Certification
Training is delivered through Medical & Water Safety Ltd's RLSS-approved training provision.
Successful participants receive the applicable RLSS certification, subject to meeting the relevant assessment requirements.
Course Dates & Group Bookings
Courses available by arrangement for company groups and individuals.
Contact us for availability, course dates and quotations.
Telephone: 0333 210 1697
Email: training@medicalwatersafety.co.uk
Training Location
Medical & Water Safety Ltd
Harleyford Marina,
Henley Road,
Marlow,
Buckinghamshire,
SL7 2DX.
Training can also be arranged for company groups at suitable locations, subject to course requirements.
Course Pre-requisites
This course is intended for personnel requiring water safety awareness.
Participants must meet any applicable RLSS entry requirements.
Please contact us to confirm suitability, course duration and any required equipment before booking.