RLSS - Water Rescue Equipment Training
Practical Water Rescue Equipment Training for Construction, Industry & Waterside Organisations
The RLSS Water Rescue Equipment Training course is designed for people who may need to use water rescue equipment during an emergency.
This practical course helps participants recognise water-related hazards, select appropriate rescue equipment and understand how to assist someone in difficulty without unnecessarily placing themselves at risk.
Training is particularly suitable for construction companies, marina staff, waterways organisations, environmental teams and businesses operating alongside rivers, canals, lakes and other inland waters.
Delivered by Medical & Water Safety Ltd, an RLSS-approved training provider, the course combines essential water safety knowledge with practical rescue equipment familiarisation and supervised exercises.
Course Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Training Provider: RLSS UK-approved training provider
Course Overview
The RLSS Water Rescue Equipment Training course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for people who may be required to use water rescue equipment in an emergency.
The course focuses on recognising hazards, understanding the limitations of rescue equipment and selecting safer methods of assisting someone in difficulty.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Construction and civil engineering personnel
- Marina, harbour and boatyard staff
- River and canal maintenance teams
- Waterside hospitality and leisure businesses
- Environmental and ecological surveyors
- Facilities and estate management teams
- Organisations with publicly accessible waterside areas
Course Content
Training topics may include:
- Recognising water hazards and assessing risks
- Personal safety when responding to water emergencies
- Raising the alarm and contacting emergency services
- Identifying different types of water rescue equipment
- Understanding the safe use and limitations of rescue equipment
- Throwlines and other appropriate shore-based rescue aids
- Equipment inspection, storage and maintenance awareness
- Safe positioning and communication during rescue attempts
- Practical rescue equipment exercises
- Actions following a water-related emergency
Practical activities are supervised by the instructor and adapted to the available facilities and equipment.
Course Duration
Approximately 2 hours
Training combines water safety awareness with practical rescue equipment instruction.
Certification
Training is delivered by Medical & Water Safety Ltd as an RLSS-approved training provider.
Participants completing the course requirements receive the applicable RLSS UK course recognition or certification, subject to the current scheme arrangements.
Course Dates & Group Bookings
Courses available by arrangement for individuals and company groups.
Contact us for availability, dates and quotations.
Telephone: 0333 210 1697
Email: training@medicalwatersafety.co.uk
Locations
Medical & Water Safety Ltd
Harleyford Marina,
Henley Road,
Marlow,
Buckinghamshire,
SL7 2DX.
Training may also be arranged at suitable client premises, subject to facilities and course requirements.
Course Prerequisites
No previous professional water rescue training is assumed.
Participants must meet the applicable RLSS UK course requirements and be able to participate safely in the practical activities.
Please contact us to discuss accessibility, equipment or other training requirements.