swimming & water rescue course powerpoint
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All swimming activity must be supervised by a mature and conscientious adult who understands and knowingly accepts responsibility for the well-being and safety of those in his or her care.
• Risks
• Prevention
• Response
• Current Safe Swim Defense training
• At least 15 years old• Submit health review• Complete swimmer test• Recover underwater weight
Section I – Intro to BSA AquaticsChapter 1: Qualified Supervision Chapter 2: BSA Aquatics Chapter 3: Safety First Chapter 4: Health Considerations Chapter 5: Swim Classification Tests
Section II – Swimming Skills & SafetyChapter 6: Safe Swim Defense Chapter 7: Swimming Locations Chapter 8: Basic Swimming Skills Chapter 9: Water Rescue Chapter 10: Safety Team Preparation Chapter 11: The Underwater World
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• Safe Swim Defense review• Swim classification tests• Emergency recognition & planning• Water rescues from shore• In-water rescues• Written exam
• Safe Swim Defense review & expansion• Including video on remote area setup
Ch 6
• Swim classifications
Ch 5
Beginner•Jump into deep water• Swim 25 feet on surface• Stop and turn without support• Return
Swimmer• Jump into deep water• Swim 75 yds in strong manner• Swim 25 yds with restful backstroke• Rest by floating
• Victim recognition, surveillance, and emergency action plans
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• Water rescue from shore
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• In water rescue
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conscious subjects
unconscious subjects
• Written exam
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Qualified Supervision
Lookout
PersonalHealthReview
ResponsePersonnel
AbilityGroups
DisciplineBuddySystem
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SafeArea
How old ? at least 21Required training?
Suggested training?
Support by others allowed?
Who decides if unit is prepared?
Swimming & Water Rescue
Safe Swim Defense
yes
unit leadership 50
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Is physician approval needed for all swimming activities?What medical indication absolutely prohibits swimming?What medical conditions may limit swimming?Why should medical records be carried on unit outings?
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Who performs rescues at public pools?How many response personnel are needed when a facility does not provide lifeguards?
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What are appropriate water depths and boundary markers for the three ability groups?
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Nonswimmerswaist to chest deep,continuous boundary marker
Beginnersjust over the head with standing depth close by,continuous boundary marker
Swimmers12 ft clear water 8 ft turbid water,isolated boundary markers allowed
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Lookout
Qualified Supervisor
Responders
Unit Lea
der
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Lookout
Qualified Supervisor
Responders
Unit Lea
der
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Lookout
Qualified Supervisor
Responders
Unit Lea
der
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May serve as Qualified Supervisor: if so, should have assistance of another adult if not, finds and supports the Qualified Supervisor
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• Reviews health histories• Appoints & coaches Lookout • Appoints & coaches Response Personnel • Guides area set-up• Develops and explains emergency action plans• Maintains discipline• Designates check-in, check- out procedures• Directs response during a crisis
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• Constantly scans entire area for: deviations from Safe Swim Defenseemergency situationshazardous changes in the environment
• Provides back-up surveillance during emergencies• May conduct buddy checks• Assists with clearing area when needed
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• Constantly scan assigned zones• Intervene to stop risky behavior or rule infractions• Respond to emergencies as previously directed• Coached in use of available rescue aids prior to need
Total coverage
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Zone coverage
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Combined coverage
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Surveillance Signals and Response
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BE PREPARED
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General procedures for a water emergency• Recognize need, activate EAP
• Enter water, if necessary, with pre-selected aid
• Approach rapidly, keeping subject in sight
• Provide support
• Move subject to safety
• Assist or remove subject from water
• Provide care as needed
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Lost swimmer search
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Spinal injury management
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Inclement weather
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• Plan activation• Who’s in charge• Who does rescue• What equipment is needed• Communication• Supervision of non-victims• Summoning EMS: who, when, how• Follow-up care• Notification of parents