Water
Swiftwater Awareness
An introduction to the concepts involved in working safely around fast-moving water. The emphasis is on the identification of hazards, self rescue and the use of basic river rescue gear. This is a theoretical session only, with no on-river component. It prepares personnel to work in the “cold zone” (more than 10’ from fast-moving water). Therefore, it is most appropriate for supervisors of personnel who work in a swiftwater environment, as an excellent overview of due diligence requirements and risk management.
Details
Duration: 4 hours
Format: Classroom only - no water component
Cost: $99
Pre-requisites
- 16+ years of age
Required Equipment
- None
- Come prepared for note-taking
FAQ
More details about swiftwater courses including what to expect and how to prepare. Click here for our Swiftwater FAQ. (Does not apply to Swiftwater Awareness.)
General Objectives
- Develop an understanding of the legal issues surrounding the training of personnel to work safely in a swiftwater environment
- Develop an understanding of the risks and hazards associated with moving water.
- Develop an understanding of the types of skills required in order to work safely in, on or in close proximity to swiftwater
- Develop an understanding of how to select the appropriate level of training for personnel who work near fast-moving water
Course Content
- Rescue philosophy
- WCB, legal responsibility and due diligence
- Training levels linked to job requirements
- Identification of river dynamics and hazards
- Personal safety equipment
- Throw bagging
- Self rescue
- On-river communications
- Low to high risk rescue of others
- Documentation and record-keeping
Course Outline
- Introductions and paperwork 20 min.
- Lecture - 90 min.
- Break - 10 min.
- Video - 30 min.
- Lecture - 90 min.
- Course concludes.
