Surf rescue certificate

The surf rescue certificate is the ILSF's core water safety program. During the course, participants learn to conduct themselves safely at the beach and practice performing basic water rescue techniques in the ocean, near the shore. Certificate holders can go on to volunteer with the ILSF's core water activities, including as open-water safety staff at Israel's premier open water swims, and as safety/instruction staff at classes for children and adults.

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The course is intended for proficient swimmers age 15 and up. Swimmers learn to adapt pool skills to the ocean environment.

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During the surf rescue certificate class, participants learn both personal beach safety and basic ocean rescue.

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Personal safety:

• Where to enter the ocean and where not

• Understanding the waves/surf awareness, including identifying types of beaches and rip currents

• Entering and exiting the ocean in the wave zone

• Swimming in the waves

• How and when to call for help

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Ocean rescue/drowning first aid:

• Signs of drowning

• Drowning prevention chain

• Rescue board basics - maneuvering in the ocean on a rescue board

• Board rescue – conscious and unconscious patient

• Tube rescue- conscious and unconscious patient

• Identification of causes of accidents and injuries

• CPR and first aid

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Prerequisite for course participants: swim 150 meters in 6 minutes & 1 minute float.

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The course comprises 12 hours in total: 3 hours theory and 9 hours on the beach.

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Upon completion of the water safety course, participants will receive a ILSF Water Safety Certificate.

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Volunteer with us

Surf rescue certificate holders can go on to volunteer with the ILSF as water safety supervisors. These volunteers contribute to the success of all of our programs, from being part of the volunteer water safety team at national swimming events as well as being part of the safety/instruction team during classes for children and adults. Water safety supervisors are responsible for the safety of the participants in the water.

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You are fully insured under the insurance policy of ILSF.

 

**Please Note: All male volunteers over the age of 18 are required to have police clearance.