Water Rescue Boat Operation. Level: 3. Credit value: 6. Assessment criteria. Learning outcomes. The learner can: The learner will:

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1 Title: Water Rescue Boat Operation Level: 3 Credit value: 6 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1 understand the role of the rescue boat operator 2. understand the personal protective, communications and rescue equipment used in water rescue 3. understand the hazards and risks associated with the water environment Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 explain the limitations and capabilities of the water rescue boat operator s role in relation to: rescue team organisation communication systems hazard recognition and preplanning risk and incident zones incident command system alignment including providing tactical advice team health, safety and welfare 1.2 explain how the role of the water boat operator relates to: the incident command structure team health, safety and welfare team roles and responsibilities 2.1 evaluate the types, limitations and capabilities of the personal protective equipment for the water environment for self, crew and other agencies 2.2 evaluate the types, limitations and capabilities of the communications equipment for the water environment for self, crew and other agencies 2.3 evaluate the types, limitations and capabilities of the rescue equipment for the water environment for self, crew and other agencies 2.4 explain capabilities and limitations of water rescue craft including the impact of hull damage and watertight integrity 3.1 explain the hazards and risks associated with the following aspects of the water environment: pollution location and incident topography 3.2 explain the medical problems WR4 Water rescue boat operator V4 Final.doc 1 of 6

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3 4. understand how to carry out a range of rescues in the water environment as a boat operator 4.1 explain the following in relation to search procedures in the water environment: when to search the deployment of teams sectoring point last seen areas of possible detection 4.2 explain the hazards and risks associated with: entrapment mud and ice locks and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 4.3 explain the rescue response options for: entrapment mud and ice lock and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 4.4 explain the additional hazards and risks associated with working in darkness and reduced visibility and the application of suitable control measures in relation to: personal protection and rescue equipment lighting additional marking requirements audible signals 4.5 explain approaching, righting and dealing with entrapments from capsized vessels 4.6 explain the hazards and risks associated with and the protocols for dealing with: entrapments rescue from vehicles rescues from lee shores mass evacuation helicopter rescue involvement 4.7 explain closing down procedures, including: returning equipment reporting faults & problems replenishing resources to ensure the craft/ equipment is ready for use WR4 Water rescue boat operator V4 Final.doc 3 of 6

4 5. be able to conduct pre- and postoperational checks on water rescue equipment 6. be able to demonstrate techniques in a class 2 water environment 5.1 inspect water rescue and ancillary equipment, such as: PPE engine checks boat checks operational support equipment 6.1 identify safe launch sites and bail out areas suitable for the craft 6.2 launch and recover the craft 6.3 using paddling techniques control the craft in both still and moving water 6.4 recognise and respond to moving water characteristics and hazards whilst manoeuvring the craft 6.5 manoeuvre the craft under control to close proximity of a casualty using anchoring and veering down techniques 6.6 manoeuvre the craft using the following techniques: holding station stemming the flow ferry gliding 6.7 use the following water features to manoeuvre the craft to achieve an objective: eddy currents lees wash-outs 6.8 identify water hazards when operating in shallow water 6.9 manoeuvre in swift water 6.10 demonstrate: running with the flow moving aft over ground power turns closing/bearing away coming alongside moving vessels with suction effects and pressure waves 7. be able to be to tow, be towed and support tandem craft operations in a class 2 water environment 7.1 tow applying the following techniques: appropriate length of tow lines position to pass a tow using a bridle towing alongside casting off a tow WR4 Water rescue boat operator V4 Final.doc 4 of 6

5 7.2 be towed applying the following techniques: appropriate length of tow lines position to pass a tow using a bridle towing alongside casting off a tow 7.3 use loaded lines to support tandem craft operations 8. be able to rescue a casualty from a class 2 water incident in daylight and poor light/ darkness 8.1 apply search techniques using own craft to locate a casualty 8.2 recover people from the water, applying techniques for lifting heavy casualties 8.3 apply extended reach rescue using throw ropes to reach a casualty 8.4 support swimmer rescue operations 8.5 utilise own navigation systems to support the rescue 8.6 transfer casualty and attending people to a recovery site 8.7 communicate with the relevant person(s) to update on the rescue and its progress Additional information about the unit Unit aim(s) Unit expiry date Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards (if appropriate) This unit aims to accredit the knowledge and skills development of learners in rescue boat operations Achievement of the unit will also confirm that people, once developed, are ready to work but not competent as a rescue boat operator [End of accreditation] FF3 Save and rescue endangered life FF6 Support the effectiveness of operational response WR4 Water rescue boat operator V4 Final.doc 5 of 6

6 Details of the relationship between the unit and other standards or curricula (if appropriate) This unit can only be accessed by an individual who has gained an RYA Power Boat II (non tidal) certificate or equivalent within the last two years Fire Service Guides to Risk Assessments Generic Risk Assessments Specific Risk Assessments Standard Operating Procedures DEFRA Water safety and guidelines This unit is signposted to the following level 3 Key Skills: Working with Others; Problem Solving; Improving Own Learning and Performance Assessment requirements specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) Endorsement of the unit by a sector or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use Availability for delivery For the knowledge and understanding component of the unit, assessment from a learning and development environment is allowed. Simulations should be used to support the skills development and to inform the overall assessment of the unit. This unit is endorsed by Skills for Justice, the Sector Skills Council for Justice, Community Safety and Legal Services 01 Health, Public Services and Care 01.4 Public Services Skills for Justice Shared [Start of accreditation] GLH 36 WR4 Water rescue boat operator V4 Final.doc 6 of 6