Qualifications Handbook. Water Rescue
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1 Qualifications Handbook Water Rescue
2 Qualifications Handbook SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Personnel Qualification No: 600/9122/8 SFJ Awards Level 3 Award for Water Rescue First Responder Qualification No: 600/9123/X SFJ Awards Level 3 Award for Water Rescue Technician Qualification No: 600/9124/1 SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Water Rescue Boat Operation Qualification No: 600/9125/3 Operational End Date: 28 February 2017 Certification End Date: 28 February 2018 SFJ Awards Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Incident Command Qualification No: 600/9126/5 Operational End Date: 28 February 2017 Certification End Date: 28 February 2018 SFJ Awards Level 4 Award for Water Rescue Tactical Advisor Qualification No: 600/9127/7 Operational End Date: 28 February 2017 Certification End Date: 28 February 2018 Version 5 2 SFJ Awards
3 Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 About us 1.2 Customer Service Statement 1.3 Centre Support 2 The Qualifications 2.1 Overall Objective for the Qualifications 2.2 Pre-entry Requirements 2.3 Units and Rules of Combination 2.4 Total Qualification Time (TQT) 2.5 Age Restriction 2.6 Opportunities for Progression 2.7 Exemption 2.8 Credit Transfer 2.9 Use of Languages 3 Centre Requirements 4 Assessment 4.1 Assessors 4.2 Internal Quality Assurers 4.3 External Quality Assurers 4.4 Expert Witnesses 4.5 Assessing Competence 4.6 Methods for Assessing Competence 4.7 Assessing Knowledge and Understanding 4.8 Methods for Assessing Knowledge and Understanding 4.9 Assessment Planning 4.10 Standardisation 4.11 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 4.12 Equality and Diversity 4.13 Health and Safety 5 Qualification Units Version Date of issue Amendment(s) Page V Add Total Qualification Time 7-8 Update Use of Languages, now Section Update Section 3 Centre Requirements (no change to 10 requirements) Update Section 4 Assessment (no change to requirements, more information provided) Update SFJ Awards branding and copyright Various V Add operational and certification end dates 2, 5 Update Centre Requirements and Assessment sections (no 9-19 change to requirements) Add copyright statement 43 V Update SFJ Awards contact details 4 Remove references to QCF Various Version 5 3 SFJ Awards
4 1 Introduction 1.1 About us SFJ Awards is part of the Skills for Justice Group. For the last 10 years Skills for Justice has been working with employers, Governments of the UK and agencies within the skills system, to better equip workforces with the right skills now and for the future. During this time Skills for Justice has earned an enviable reputation for its knowledge of the sector and its proactive approach to the development of skills and qualifications, along with an ability to deliver genuinely workable solutions for the employers it represents. SFJ Awards is an awarding organisation that builds upon this reputation, and understands the specific challenges facing the Policing, Community Safety, Legal and Armed Forces sectors, enabling us to quality assure learning outcomes that are suited to the needs of the sectors. Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of our organisation, and is delivered through an efficient, customer-led service, providing excellent value for money. 1.2 Customer Service Statement Our Customer Service Statement is published on SFJ Awards website giving the minimum level of service that Centres can expect. The Statement will be reviewed annually and revised as necessary in response to customer feedback, changes in legislation, and guidance from the qualifications Regulators. 1.3 Centre Support SFJ Awards works in partnership with its customers. For help or advice contact: SFJ Awards Consult House Meadowcourt Business Park 4 Hayland Street Sheffield S9 1BY Tel: info@sfjawards.com Website: Version 5 4 SFJ Awards
5 2 The Qualifications This handbook relates to the following qualifications: Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Personnel Level 3 Award for Water Rescue First Responder Level 3 Award for Water Rescue Technician Level 3 Award in Water Rescue Boat Operation* Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Incident Command* Level 4 Award for Water Rescue Tactical Advisor* * These qualifications were withdrawn on 28 February 2017 and therefore learners can no longer be registered on them. All certifications of these qualifications must be completed by 28 February Overall Objective for the Qualifications These qualifications have been designed to accredit the knowledge and skills of learners who carry out roles as part of water rescue operations. Achievement of these qualifications will confirm that people are ready to work - but are not yet fully competent in such roles. 2.2 Pre-entry Requirements There are no pre-entry requirements for enrolling to complete these qualifications. 2.3 Units and Rules of Combination Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Personnel This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for working in water rescue. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 2 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH L/503/2436 Water awareness for water rescue personnel Version 5 5 SFJ Awards
6 2.3.2 Level 3 Award for Water Rescue First Responder This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for working as a first responder. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 2 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH K/503/2444 Water Rescue First Responder Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Technician This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for working as a water rescue technician. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 6 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH M/503/2445 Water Rescue Technician Level 3 Award in Water Rescue Boat Operation (withdrawn) This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for operating and handling water rescue boats. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 6 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH Y/503/3041 Water Rescue Boat Operation Version 5 6 SFJ Awards
7 2.3.5 Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Incident Command (withdrawn) This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for working in water rescue incident command. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 4 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH M/503/3045 Water Rescue Incident Command Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Tactical Advisor (withdrawn) This qualification is designed to accredit the knowledge and skills required for working as a water rescue tactical advisor. The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit, which gives learners a total of 4 credits. Unit Reference Number Unit Title Level Credit Value GLH A/503/3047 Water Rescue Tactical Advisor The detailed content of each of the units in the above qualifications is provided in Section Total Qualification Time (TQT) Total Qualification Time comprises of the following two elements. 1 (a) (b) The number of hours which an awarding organisation has assigned to a qualification for Guided Learning, and An estimate of the number of hours a Learner will reasonably be likely to spend in preparation, study or any other form of participation in education or training, including assessment, which takes place as directed by but, unlike Guided Learning, not under the immediate guidance or supervision of a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training. The Total Qualification Time and Guided Learning Hours for the qualifications are as follows: 1 Total Qualification Time criteria, Ofqual September Version 5 7 SFJ Awards
8 Qualification Title TQT GLH SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Personnel 20 8 SFJ Awards Level 3 Award for Water Rescue First Responder SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Water Awareness for Water Rescue Technician SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Water Rescue Boat Operation* N/A 35 SFJ Awards Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Incident Command* N/A 35 SFJ Awards Level 4 Award in Water Rescue Tactical Advisor* N/A 24 * These qualifications have now been withdrawn therefore no TQT is required. 2.5 Age Restriction These qualifications are available to learners aged 18+ years. 2.6 Opportunities for Progression There is no progression route through these qualifications as learners may choose to work towards those qualifications which are most relevant to their circumstances. 2.7 Exemption No exemptions have been identified. 2.8 Credit Transfer Credits from identical units that have already been achieved by the learner may be transferred. 2.9 Use of Languages SFJ Awards business language is English and we provide assessment materials and qualification specifications that are expressed in English. Assessment specifications and assessment materials may be requested in Welsh or Irish and, where possible, SFJ Awards will try to fulfil such requests. SFJ Awards will provide assessment materials and qualification specifications that are expressed in Welsh or Irish and support the assessment of those learners, where the number of learners makes it economically viable for SFJ Awards to do so. More information is provided in the SFJ Awards Use of Language Policy. Version 5 8 SFJ Awards
9 For learners seeking to take a qualification and be assessed in British Sign Language or Irish Sign Language, please refer to SFJ Awards Reasonable Adjustments Policy. A learner may be assessed in British Sign Language or Irish Sign Language where it is permitted by SFJ Awards for the purpose of Reasonable Adjustment. Policies are available on our website or on request from SFJ Awards. Version 5 9 SFJ Awards
10 3 Centre Requirements Centres must be approved by SFJ Awards and also have approval to deliver the qualifications they wish to offer. This is to ensure centres have the processes and resources in place to deliver the qualifications. Approved centres must adhere to the requirements detailed in the SFJ Awards Centre Handbook, which includes information for centres on assessment and internal quality assurance processes and procedures and is available in the centres area of the SFJ Awards website Centres are responsible for ensuring that their assessor and internal quality assurance staff: are occupationally competent and/or knowledgeable as appropriate to the assessor or IQA role they are carrying out have current experience of assessing/internal quality assuring as appropriate to the assessor or IQA role they are carrying out, and have access to appropriate training and support. Information on the induction and continuing professional development of those carrying out assessment and internal quality assurance must be made available by centres to SFJ Awards through the external quality assurance process. This qualification handbook should be used in conjunction with the SFJ Awards Centre Handbook, the SFJ Awards Assessment Policy and the SFJ Awards Quality Assurance (Internal and External) Policy. All policies are available on the website Version 5 10 SFJ Awards
11 4 Assessment 4.1 Qualification Assessment Methods Assessment methods that can be used for these qualifications are as follows: Coursework, Multiple Choice Examination, Oral Examination, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment, Practical Examination, Written Examination. 4.2 Assessors Occupational Competence Due to the risk-critical nature of the work, particularly when assessing in the justice and health sectors, and the legal implications of the assessment process, assessors must understand the nature and context of the learners work. This means that assessors must be occupationally competent. Each assessor must therefore be, according to current sector practice, competent in the functions covered by the units they are assessing. They will have gained their occupational competence by working within the sector relating to the units or qualification they are assessing. Assessors must be able to demonstrate consistent application of the skills and the current supporting knowledge and understanding in the context of a recent role directly related to the qualification units they are assessing as a practitioner, trainer or manager Occupational Knowledge Where assessors are assessing knowledge-based qualifications, they must be occupationally knowledgeable Qualification Knowledge Assessors must be familiar with the qualification units they are assessing. They must be able to interpret and make judgements on current working practices and technologies within the area of work Assessor Competence Assessors must be able to make valid, reliable and fair assessment decisions. To demonstrate their competence, assessors must be: qualified with a recognised assessor qualification, or working towards a recognised assessor qualification, or Version 5 11 SFJ Awards
12 able to prove equivalent competence through training to appropriate national standards, for example, National Occupational Standard 9: Assess learner achievement 2 or Police Sector Standard for the Training of Assessors, Assessor Standard. Approved centres will be required to provide SFJ Awards with current evidence of how each assessor meets these requirements, for example certificates of achievement or testimonials Continuing Professional Development Assessors must actively engage in continuous professional development activities to maintain: occupational competence and knowledge by keeping up-to-date with the changes taking place in the sector(s) for which they carry out assessments professional competence and knowledge as an assessor. 4.3 Internal Quality Assurers Occupational Knowledge Internal quality assurers (IQAs) must be occupationally knowledgeable across the range of units for which they are responsible prior to commencing the role. Due to the risk-critical nature of the work, particularly in the justice and health sectors, and the legal implications of the assessment process, they must understand the nature and context of the assessors work and that of their learners. This means that they must have worked closely with staff who carry out the functions covered by the qualifications, possibly by training or supervising them, and have sufficient knowledge of these functions to be able to offer credible advice on the interpretation of the units Qualification Knowledge IQAs must understand the content, structure and assessment requirements for the qualification(s) they are internal quality assuring. Centres should provide IQAs with an induction to the qualifications that they are responsible for quality assuring. IQAs should also have access to ongoing training and updates on current issues relevant to these qualifications Internal Quality Assurer Competence IQAs must occupy a position in the organisation that gives them the authority and resources to: coordinate the work of assessors provide authoritative advice 2 National Occupational Standards for Learning and Development, LLUK 2010 Version 5 12 SFJ Awards
13 call meetings as appropriate conduct pre-delivery internal quality assurance on centre assessment plans, for example, to ensure that any proposed simulations are fit for purpose visit and observe assessment practice review the assessment process by sampling assessment decisions ensure that assessment has been carried out by assessors who are occupationally competent, or for knowledge-based qualifications occupationally knowledgeable, in the area they are assessing lead internal standardisation activity resolve differences and conflicts on assessment decisions. To demonstrate their competence, IQAs must be: qualified with a recognised internal quality assurance qualification, or working towards a recognised internal quality assurance qualification, or able to prove equivalent competence through training to appropriate national standards, for example National Occupational Standard 11: Internally monitor and maintain the quality of assessment 3 or Police Sector Standard for the Training of Internal Verifiers, Internal Verifier Standard. Approved centres will be required to provide SFJ Awards with current evidence of how each IQA meets these requirements, for example certificates of achievement or testimonials Continuing Professional Development IQAs must actively engage in continuous professional development activities to maintain: occupational knowledge by keeping up-to-date with the changes taking place in the sector(s) for which they carry out assessments professional competence and knowledge as an IQA. 4.4 External Quality Assurers External quality assurers (EQAs) are appointed by SFJ Awards to approve centres and to monitor the assessment and internal quality assurance carried out by centres. SFJ Awards is responsible for ensuring that their external quality assurance team have: sufficient occupational knowledge current experience of external quality assurance access to appropriate training and support. External quality assurance is carried out to ensure that there is compliance, validity, reliability and good practice in centres. EQAs must have appropriate occupational and verifying knowledge and expertise. 3 National Occupational Standards for Learning and Development, LLUK 2010 Version 5 13 SFJ Awards
14 4.4.1 External Quality Assurer Competence To demonstrate their competence, EQAs must be: qualified with a recognised external quality assurance qualification, or working towards a recognised external quality assurance qualification Continuing Professional Development EQAs must maintain their occupational and external quality assurance knowledge. They will attend training and development designed to keep them up-to-date, facilitate standardisation between staff and share good practice. 4.5 Expert Witnesses Expert witnesses, for example line managers and supervisors, can provide evidence that a learner has demonstrated competence in an activity. Their evidence contributes to performance evidence and has parity with assessor observation. Expert witnesses do not however perform the role of assessor Occupational Competence Expert witnesses must, according to current sector practice, be competent in the functions covered by the units for which they are providing evidence. They must be able to demonstrate consistent application of the skills and the current supporting knowledge and understanding in the context of a recent role directly related to the qualification unit that they are witnessing as a practitioner, trainer or manager Qualification Knowledge Expert witnesses must be familiar with the qualification unit(s) and must be able to interpret current working practices and technologies within the area of work. 4.6 Assessing Competence The purpose of assessing competence is to make sure that an individual is competent to carry out the activities required in their work. Assessors gather and judge evidence during normal work activities to determine whether the learner demonstrates their competence against the standards in the qualification unit(s). Competence should be demonstrated at a level appropriate to the qualification. The skills required at the different qualification levels are defined in Ofqual s level descriptors. 4 Further information on qualification levels is included in the SFJ Awards Assessment Policy. 4 Qualification and Component Levels: Requirements and Guidance for All Awarding Organisations and All Qualifications, Ofqual 2015, Version 5 14 SFJ Awards
15 Evidence must be: Valid Authentic Sufficient Current Reliable. Assessment should be integrated into everyday work to make the most of opportunities that arise naturally within the workplace. 4.7 Methods for Assessing Competence Qualifications may be assessed using any method, or combination of methods in Section 4.1, which clearly demonstrate that the learning outcomes and assessment criteria have been met. Assessors need to be able to select the right assessment methods for the competences that are being assessed, without overburdening the learner or the assessment process, or interfering with everyday work activities. SFJ Awards expects assessors to use a combination of different assessment methods to make a decision about an individual s occupational competence. Further information on assessment methods is provided below and also in the SFJ Awards Assessment Policy Observation SFJ Awards believes that direct observation in the workplace by an assessor or testimony from an expert witness is preferable as it allows for authenticated, valid and reliable evidence. Where learners demonstrate their competence in a real work situation, this must be done without the intervention from a tutor, supervisor or colleague. However SFJ Awards recognises that alternative sources of evidence and assessment methods may have to be used where direct observation is not possible or practical Testimony of witnesses and expert witnesses Witness testimonies are an accepted form of evidence by learners when compiling portfolios. Witness testimonies can be generated by peers, line managers and other individuals working closely with the learner. Witnesses are defined as being those people who are occupationally expert in their role. Testimony can also be provided by expert witnesses who are occupationally competent and familiar with the qualification unit(s). Assessors will not need to spend as long assessing expert witness testimony as they would a witness testimony from a non-expert. Therefore if expert witnesses are involved in the assessment strategy for a qualification a greater number of learners can be managed by a smaller number of assessors. Version 5 15 SFJ Awards
16 The assessor is however responsible for making the final judgement in terms of the learner meeting the evidence requirements for the qualification unit(s) Work outputs (product evidence) Examples of work outputs include plans, reports, budgets, photographs, videos or notes of an event. Assessors can use work outputs in conjunction with other assessment methods, such as observation and discussion, to confirm competence and assure authenticity of the evidence presented Professional discussion Discussions allow the learner to describe and reflect on their performance and knowledge in relation to the standards. Assessors can use discussions to test the authenticity, validity and reliability of a learner s evidence. Written/audio records of discussions must be maintained Questioning the learner Questioning can be carried out orally or in written form and used to cover any gaps in assessment or corroborate other forms of evidence. Written/audio records of all questioning must be maintained Simulations Simulations may take place either in a non-operational environment which is not the learner s workplace, for example a training centre, or in the workplace. Proposed simulations must be reviewed to ensure they are fit for purpose as part of the IQA s predelivery activity. Simulations can be used when: the employer or assessor consider that evidence in the workplace will not be demonstrated within a reasonable timeframe there are limited opportunities to demonstrate competence in the workplace against all the assessment criteria there are health and safety implications due to the high risk nature of the work activity the work activity is non-routine and assessment cannot easily be planned for assessment is required in more difficult circumstances than is likely to happen day to day. Simulations must follow the principles below: 1. The nature of the contingency and the physical environment for the simulation must be realistic 2. Learners should be given no indication as to exactly what contingencies they may come across in the simulation Version 5 16 SFJ Awards
17 3. The demands on the learner during the simulation should be no more or less than they would be in a real work situation 4. Simulations must be planned, developed and documented by the centre in a way that ensures the simulation correctly reflects what the specific qualification unit seeks to assess and all simulations should follow these documented plans 5. There should be a range of simulations to cover the same aspect of a unit and they should be rotated regularly. 4.8 Assessing Knowledge and Understanding Knowledge-based assessment involves establishing what the learner knows or understands at a level appropriate to the qualification. The depth and breadth of knowledge required at the different qualification levels are defined in Ofqual s level descriptors. 5 Further information on qualification levels is included in the SFJ Awards Assessment Policy. Assessments must be: Fair Robust Rigorous Authentic Sufficient Transparent Appropriate. Good practice when assessing knowledge includes use of a combination of assessment methods to ensure that as well as being able to recall information, the learner has a broader understanding of its application in the workplace. This ensures that qualifications are a valid measure of a learner s knowledge and understanding. A proportion of any summative assessment may be conducted in controlled environments to ensure conditions are the same for all learners. This could include use of: Closed book conditions, where learners are not allowed access to reference materials Time bound conditions Invigilation. 4.9 Methods for Assessing Knowledge Qualifications may be assessed using any method, or combination of methods in Section 4.1, which clearly demonstrate that knowledge-based learning outcomes and assessment criteria have been met. Evidence of assessment, examples listed below, can be included in a portfolio of evidence. 5 Qualification and Component Levels: Requirements and Guidance for All Awarding Organisations and All Qualifications, Ofqual Version 5 17 SFJ Awards
18 a) Written tests in a controlled environment b) Multiple choice questions c) Evidenced question and answer sessions with assessors d) Evidenced professional discussions e) Written assignments (including scenario-based written assignments). Where written assessments are used centres must maintain a sufficient bank of assignments which are changed regularly Assessment Planning Planning assessment allows a holistic approach to be taken, which focuses on assessment of the learner s work activity as a whole. This means that the assessment: reflects the skills requirements of the workplace saves time streamlines processes makes the most of naturally occurring evidence opportunities. Planning assessment enables assessors to track learners progress and incorporate feedback into the learning process; assessors can therefore be sure that learners have had sufficient opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform competently and consistently to the standards before being assessed. The assessment is therefore a more efficient, cost effective process which minimises the burden on learners, assessors and employers Standardisation Internal and external standardisation is required to ensure the consistency of evidence, assessment decisions and qualifications awarded over time Internal standardisation IQAs should facilitate internal standardisation events for assessors to attend and participate, in order to review evidence used, make judgments, compare quality and come to a common understanding of what is sufficient External standardisation SFJ Awards will enable access to external standardisation opportunities for centres and EQAs over time. Further information on standardisation is available in the SFJ Awards Quality Assurance (Internal and External) Policy and the SFJ Awards Standardisation Policy. Version 5 18 SFJ Awards
19 4.12 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is the process of recognising previous formal, informal or experiential learning so that the learner avoids having to repeat learning/assessment within a new qualification. RPL is a broad concept and covers a range of possible approaches and outcomes to the recognition of prior learning (including credit transfer where an awarding organisation has decided to attribute credit to a qualification). The use of RPL encourages transferability of qualifications and/or units, which benefits both learners and employers. SFJ Awards supports the use of RPL and centres must work to the principles included in Section 6 Assessment and Quality Assurance of the SFJ Awards Centre Handbook and outlined in SFJ Awards Recognition of Prior Learning Policy Equality and Diversity Centres must comply with legislation and the requirements of the RQF relating to equality and diversity. There should be no barriers to achieving a qualification based on: Age Disability Gender Gender reassignment Marriage and civil partnerships Pregnancy and maternity Race Religion and belief Sexual orientation Reasonable adjustments are made to ensure that learners who are disabled are not disadvantaged in any way. Learners must declare their needs prior to the assessment and all necessary reasonable adjustment arrangements must have been approved by SFJ Awards and implemented before the time of their assessment. Further information is available in the SFJ Awards Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy and the SFJ Awards Equality of Opportunity Policy Health and Safety SFJ Awards is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, employees and volunteers and expect everyone to share this commitment. SFJ Awards fosters an open and supportive culture to encourage the safety and well-being of employees, learners and partner organisations to enable: learners to thrive and achieve employees, volunteers and visitors to feel secure everyone to feel assured that their welfare is a high priority. Version 5 19 SFJ Awards
20 Assessment of competence based qualifications in the justice sector can carry a high risk level due to the nature of some roles. Centres must therefore ensure that due regard is taken to assess and manage risk and have procedures in place to ensure that: qualifications can be delivered safely with risks to learners and those involved in the assessment process minimised as far as possible working environments meet relevant health and safety requirements. Version 5 20 SFJ Awards
21 5 Qualification Units Title: Water awareness for water rescue personnel Level: 3 Credit value: 2 GLH: 8 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. understand the organisation s obligations and responsibilities in dealing with water related incidents Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1. describe the organisation s policy, plans and procedures for response to water related incidents 1.2. explain own role and responsibilities in relation to responses to water related incidents 2. understand terminology used to describe the water environment 2.1 explain the meaning of the following flowing water hydrology terms: eddies force of water strainers main current helical and laminar flow flood water 3. understand the risks and hazards associated with the water environment 3.1 explain the hazards and risks associated with the water environment such as: water temperature current /flow pollution/contamination public, bystanders and moral pressure locks weirs ice, mud and unstable surfaces access entrapment Version 5 21 SFJ Awards
22 debris casualty (human and animal) noise and communications visibility time of day/year tide effects of weather changeable water condition other water users submerged objects flooding events 3.2 describe the physiological effects of entry into cold water 3.3 explain what cold water reflex is 3.4 describe the short and long term effects of exposure 4. understand the training and equipment used to effect a water rescue 4.1 state how training used in this environment supports the safety of the rescuer and the casualty 4.2 state how the equipment used in this environment supports the safety of the rescuer and the casualty 4.3 evaluate the limitations and capabilities of: water awareness personal protective equipment rescue equipment water rescue personal protective equipment 4.4 evaluate the specific limitations of using non water rescue and non water personal protective equipment in the water environment Version 5 22 SFJ Awards
23 5. understand the safety measures to take when working in and near water 5.1 describe what safety measures you should apply when working near water 5.2 describe the Defensive Swimming Position 5.3 explain the concept of Zoning near to the water 6. understand the actions to take to effect a water rescue 6.1 explain the actions to take in relation to a drowning victim 6.2 explain what is meant by the prioritised approach to rescue attempts 6.3 explain what is meant by talk, reach and throw techniques 6.4 explain the basic casualty care that should be applied to victims of: drowning hypothermia contamination 7. be able to maintain water rescue equipment 8. be able to use water rescue equipment 7.1 inspect the following items of equipment: buoyancy device throw lines throw bags ancillary equipment 7.2 ensure the availability for use of the following items of equipment: buoyancy device throw lines throw bags ancillary equipment 8.1 don and doff a buoyancy device 8.2 store a buoyancy device 8.3 use a throw line in the bag to reach a target on a dry land 8.4 use a throw line loose coiled to reach a target on a dry land environment 8.5 receive a throw line as a casualty on a dry land environment 8.6 demonstrate the defensive swimming position on a dry land environment Version 5 23 SFJ Awards
24 Additional information about the unit Unit aim(s) This unit aims to accredit the knowledge and skills development of learners in relation to water environment operations, personal safety and rescue Achievement of the unit will also confirm that people, once developed, are ready to work but not competent in the water environments Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards (if appropriate) Details of the relationship between the unit and other standards or curricula (if appropriate) Skills for Justice Fire and Rescue NOS: FF3 Save and rescue endangered life FF6 Support the effectiveness of operational response WM7 Lead and support people to resolve incidents Fire Service Guides to Risk Assessments Generic Risk Assessments Specific Risk Assessments Standard Operating Procedures DEFRA Water safety and guidelines The above are relevant to local authority fire and rescue staff, they are sometimes applied in other occupational fire services and agencies or these organisations will have their own derivatives 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) For the whole unit assessment is from a learning and development environment Simulations in a dry land environment of described actions must be used for the skills assessment. Version 5 24 SFJ Awards
25 Title: Water Rescue First Responder Level: 3 Credit value: 2 GLH: 16 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. understand the role of the first responder in a water rescue situation Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 explain the limitations and capabilities of the water rescue first responder role in relation to: rescue team organisation communication systems (hand, audible and radio) hazard recognition and preplanning the incident command system 1.2 explain how the role of the First Responder relates to the Incident Command Structure in relation to: specific alignment of risk and incident zones team roles and responsibilities team health safety and welfare 2. understand the risks and hazards associated with the water environment 2.1 explain the hazards and risks associated with hydrology 2.2 describe the water features and their impact on rescue operations 2.3 explain the hazards and risks associated with different types of flooding incident 2.4 describe the medical problems and responses associated with: waterborne disease temperature related conditions near drowning Version 5 25 SFJ Awards
26 3. understand the equipment used in water rescue 3.1 evaluate the types, limitations and capabilities of personal protective equipment used in water rescue 3.2 evaluate the types, limitations and capabilities of rescue equipment used in water rescue 4. understand how to carry out water rescue in a range of situations 4.1 explain the hazards and risks associated with: entrapment mud and ice locks and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 4.2 explain the rescue responses options for: entrapment mud and ice locks and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 5. be able to maintain water rescue equipment 5.1 inspect the following items of equipment: buoyancy device throw lines throw bags ancillary equipment 5.2 ensure the availability for use of the following items of equipment: buoyancy device throw lines throw bags ancillary equipment 6. be able to use a buoyancy device 6.1 don and doff a buoyancy device 6.2 store a buoyancy device Version 5 26 SFJ Awards
27 7. be able to apply a range of water rescue responses in up to class 2 water environments 7.1 use the talk, reach and throw technique to achieve a water rescue objective 7.2 deploy a throw line to a casualty 7.3 effect entry into the water to achieve a water rescue objective 7.4 use the water wading technique to achieve a water rescue objective 7.5 receive a throw line in the water 7.6 use the defensive swimming technique to reach a specified objective 7.7 use an aggressive swimming technique to reach a specified objective 7.8 effect egress from the water 8. be able to work as a team member in the context of scene management to effect a water rescue 8.1 work as a member of a team 8.2 communicate with the relevant people to rescue a casualty as a: downstream spotter upstream spotter Additional information about the unit Unit aim(s) This unit aims to accredit the knowledge and skills development of learners in relation to water environment operations, personal safety and rescue Achievement of the unit will also confirm that people, once developed, are ready to work but not competent as a water first responder Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards (if appropriate) Skills for Justice Fire and Rescue NOS FF3 Save and rescue endangered life FF6 Support the effectiveness of operational response WM7 Lead and support people to resolve an incident Version 5 27 SFJ Awards
28 Details of the relationship between the unit and other standards or curricula (if appropriate) This unit can only be accessed by people that have either undertaken the Unit: Water Awareness (Personal safety) within the last twelve months or have practiced the skills within that unit through actual workplace performance or simulation within the last 12 months Fire Service Guides to Risk Assessments Generic Risk Assessments Specific Risk Assessments Standard Operating Procedures DEFRA Water safety and guidelines The above are relevant to local authority fire and rescue staff, they are sometimes applied in other occupational fire services and agencies or these organisations will have their own derivatives 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) For the whole unit assessment is from a learning and development environment Simulations of described actions must be used for the skills assessment. Version 5 28 SFJ Awards
29 Title: Water Rescue Technician Level: 3 Credit value: 6 GLH: 40 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. understand the role of the water rescue technician Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 explain how the role of the rescue technician functions within the incident command structure in specific relation to: team health, safety and welfare other team roles and responsibilities 1.2 explain the meaning of the following terms in relation to search procedures in the water environment: when to search the deployment of teams sectoring point last seen likely areas where casualty may be found 2. understand the hazards and risks of the water environment 2.1 describe the hazards, risks and solutions associated with hydrology 2.2 describe the water features and their impact on rescue operations 2.3 describe the hazards, risks and control measures associated with the different types of flooding 3. understand the equipment used in water rescue 2.4 describe the medical problems and responses associated with waterborne disease and hypothermia 3.1 explain the types, limitations and capabilities of the personal protective equipment for the water environment Version 5 29 SFJ Awards
30 3.2 explain the types, limitations and capabilities of the rescue equipment used in the water environment 3.3 explain what a self-equalising system is and how it is applied 3.4 explain the principles of mechanical advantage 3.5 explain the uses of the following knots: Figure of Eight on the Bight Alpine Butterfly Tensionless Hitch Double Fisherman Tape knot 4. understand how to carry out a range of water rescues 4.1 explain the hazards and risks associated with: entrapment mud and ice locks and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 4.2 explain the rescue response options for: entrapment mud and ice locks and sluices animals working in darkness and reduced visibility 5. be able to care for water rescue equipment 5.1 inspect own buoyancy device, rescue and ancillary equipment 5.2 ensure the availability for use of own buoyancy device, rescue and ancillary equipment 5.3 don and doff own buoyancy device 5.4 store own buoyancy device Version 5 30 SFJ Awards
31 6. be able to apply a range of water rescue responses in a class 2 water environment 6.1 effect entry in to water 6.2 demonstrate the following rescue techniques: talk, reach, throw row go/tow with a simulated casualty 6.3 manoeuvre self in water to negotiate obstacles 6.4 manoeuvre a small water rescue craft by: paddle wading 6.5 effect egress from water 6.6 construct a rope system anchor on land 6.7 effect self rescue 6.8 apply a ferry glide 7. be able to use rope systems to aid water rescue responses 7.1 construct a rope system anchor on land 7.2 demonstrate the following knots: Figure of Eight on the Bight Alpine Butterfly Tensionless Hitch Double Fisherman Tape knot 7.3 construct a 3 to1 and a 2 to 1 pulley to effect mechanical advantage 7.4 use a tensioned diagonal to cross the water 7.5 control a boat on a line 7.6 control a rescuer on a line Version 5 31 SFJ Awards
32 8. be able to work as a team member in the context of scene management to effect a water rescue 8.1 work as a member of a team in a variety of water rescue roles 8.2 communicate between the relevant roles to rescue a casualty such as a: incident commander rescuer downstream spotter upstream spotter Additional information about the unit Unit aim(s) This unit aims to accredit the knowledge and skills development of learners in water rescue operations Achievement of the unit will also confirm that people, once developed, are ready to work but not competent as a water rescue technicians Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards (if appropriate) Details of the relationship between the unit and other standards or curricula (if appropriate) Skills for Justice Fire and Rescue NOS FF3 Save and rescue endangered life FF6 Support the effectiveness of operational response WM7 Lead and support people to resolve an incident This unit can only be accessed by people that have either undertaken the Unit: Water Awareness (Personal safety) within the last twelve months or have practiced the skills within that unit through actual workplace performance or simulation within the last 12 months Fire Service Guides to Risk Assessments Generic Risk Assessments Specific Risk Assessments Standard Operating Procedures DEFRA Water safety and guidelines Version 5 32 SFJ Awards
33 The above are relevant to local authority fire and rescue staff, they are sometimes applied in other occupational fire services and agencies or these organisations will have their own derivatives 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) For the whole unit assessment is from a learning and development environment Simulations of described actions must be used for the skills assessment. Version 5 33 SFJ Awards
34 Title: Water Rescue Boat Operation Level: 3 Credit value: 6 GLH: 36 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. understand the role of the rescue boat operator 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. understand the personal protective, communications and rescue equipment used in water rescue 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 Version 5 34 SFJ Awards
35 3. understand the hazards and risks associated with the water environment 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 associated with water 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 Version 5 35 SFJ Awards
36 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 5. be able to conduct pre- and postoperational checks on water rescue equipment 5.5 inspect water rescue and ancillary equipment, such as: a. PPE b. engine checks c. boat checks d. operational support equipment 6. be able to demonstrate techniques in a class 2 water environment 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 Version 5 36 SFJ Awards
37 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 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 Version 5 37 SFJ Awards
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