Bronte SLSC will be running a Silver Medallion in Aquatic Rescue (SMAR) course in March, 2020. Details as follows:
Dates:
Tuesday 24 March 6:30 - 9:30pm @ Bronte SLSC
Thursday 26 March 6:30 - 9:30pm @ Bronte SLSC
Saturday 28 March 8am - 4pm @ Bronte SLSC
Pre-requisites:
Current (proficient) Bronze Medallion.
Minimum 16 years of age on the date of the final assessment.
400m timed swim in 8 minutes or less, to be submitted prior to course commencement.
Learning Outcomes:
Contribute to preparation activities for search and rescue operations
Perform search and rescue of a missing person
Demonstrate recovery and stand-down procedures
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 13 FEBRUARY. PLEASE RSVP TO SECURE A SPOT.
All learning materials and further information will be emailed to candidates prior to course commencement. Members MUST bring the following with them:
- Hi Viz singlet and club cap
- Towel/s
- Warm clothes
- Spray jacket/wet weather jacket
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun protection
- Water bottle/snacks
- Wetsuit and booties
- Fins
- Goggles/snorkel
- Torch
- Rescue Tube
- Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue Manual
(This list of items will also be emailed to all candidates).
