BRONZE MEDALLION - WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
1. apply knowledge of the surf environment including hazards and surf conditions
2. apply surf skills and techniques for self-survival in the water while negotiating prevailing surf conditions with or without a flotation device
3. prepare for and respond to a rescue with appropriate rescue and personal protective equipment
4. participate in assessing a rescue scene
5. safely perform a rescue using appropriate equipment (tube and board) and rescue techniques while following Surf Life Saving procedures
6. conclude rescue operations in line with Surf Life Saving policies and procedures
7. safely use Surf Life Saving communications systems and radio equipment to support communications consistent with Surf Life Saving policies and procedures
8. apply fault-finding techniques and maintain Surf Life Saving radio equipment
9. respond to an emergency situation requiring cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
10. perform a primary victim assessment including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
11. respond to an emergency situation requiring first aid
12. perform a secondary victim assessment and apply appropriate first aid procedures
13. identify and manage victims with a suspected spinal cord injury
14. accurately report and convey first aid incident details to emergency response services while maintaining confidentiality of records and information in line with statutory and Surf Life Saving policies
15. communicate effectively using verbal and non-verbal communication techniques in line with Surf Life Saving policies and procedures
16. give, receive and act upon instructions within an agreed timeframe and to meet Surf Life Saving needs
17. take part in group discussions and informal meetings in a constructive way to facilitate Surf Life Saving outcomes
18. prepare and process routine written correspondence notes and records in line with Surf Life Saving policies and procedures
19. contribute to team activities to ensure they are completed to required standard within required timeframes and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
20. share knowledge and information with team members and Surf Life Saving committees to enable efficient completion of tasks in accordance with the Surf Life Saving's policies and procedures
21. give and receive support and feedback to/from team members and Surf Life Saving committees
22. manage and maintain your own work effectiveness
23. develop and maintain your own expertise
24. promote cooperation and contribute to improving Surf Life Saving and quality of outcomes
25. follow Surf Life Saving procedures for hazard identification and risk control
26. participate in group meetings to contribute to the management of workplace health and safety.