MOUNT MARTHA LIFE SAVING CLUB CLUB HANDBOOK

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4 Mount Martha Life Saving Club Mount Martha Life Saving Club was founded on August 12, 1986 and since then has enjoyed a steady growth on members to become one of the largest and most successful life saving clubs in Victoria. We have trained thousands of people in life saving techniques, achieved some excellent results in competition and created a culture of acceptance and fun. MMLSC MMLSC is a member of Life Saving Victoria. As such we are a registered charity and all donations excluding membership are tax deductible. The reason for this success is that we welcome people of all abilities and ages, from all walks of life and encourage them to become active members of our club. All members contribute to the welcoming and have a go attitude that exists throughout the organisation. MISSION STATEMENT The Mount Martha Lifesaving Swimming and Youth Club Incorporated is about learning life saving skills and having fun. It has three main functions: 1. To provide beach patrols during the summer period 2. To educate children and adults in water safety 3. To provide a community venue for healthy lifestyles, personal fitness and competition. PO Box 462 Mount Martha mmlsc@bigpond.net.au COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee meetings are held at 7pm on the third Tuesday of each month at the club rooms. All members are welcome to attend. The Annual General Meeting is held in May.

5 PRESIDENT S WELCOME The club AGM was held in May this year and again there was a bit of movement around the table. Some people stepped aside to let others take on the challenges of the club others stood down to focus on other interests within and out of the club. I was very happy to again be elected President. All but a few positions were filled on the night but unfortunately the role of Director of Junior Activates has stood vacant until late October. Luke Woods decided that he was up to the challenge and has taken on the role, I look forward to working with him and helping him where I can throughout the coming season. The most significant change to life saving over the past six months is the introduction of the High Visibility rash vest that will be mandatory for all events that have a water component whether at a carnival or training session. Mt Martha Life Saving Club has also acted upon a recommendation from Life Saving Victoria that whenever a club member enters the water at a training session sanctioned by the club or they are training privately with club equipment they wear their FLURO PINK High Visibility Rash Vest (HVRV). This ruling will be expected across all age groups. I expect that the tops will be available mid-november and can be purchased from the Club Merchandise shop for $15 each. The tops will be club branded I suggest that as soon as you purchase the top you put your child s name in it with a permanent marker that will be located in the merchandise room. This introduction of the HVRV has come about as a result of the second death in three years at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, fluro pink was the color decided on as it is the easiest color seen when submerged in deep rough water, all males and females will be expected to wear the fluro pink. If a member does not have their HVRV they will not be able to participate in water events. Many thanks to everyone involved in the membership renewal process this year, again it was a massive job but made so much easier by all the members that had remembered they login and password access codes. I understand that some still struggle with the process but on the whole everyone handled it a lot better this season. Those few who failed to nominate where they would like to help around the club will be allocated to various rosters. Those who nominated actions that do not complete them will be charged a further $100 on top of next year s renewal fees, the system is so specific that we are now able to pin point who has do what so please if you nominated to do something please comply with the club rules. I m very excited to see that again this season we are looking at record Nipper numbers, I apologise that not every new membership request could be accepted due to the limited places available within the Nipper program. The younger age groups had very few drop out from last season and the preseason wait list was quite large for the Under 6 s. The only way to increase these numbers would be to have at least another 20 parent helpers on the beach every Friday evening and a larger facility to house extra equipment required providing a program at the high standard we have already achieved. Nippers over the past few years have achieved outstanding results at carnivals and I want to wish each and every Nipper all the best for the coming season it doesn t matter if you don t win as long as you try your best on the day, have fun and finish with a smile. I have just come from the first of the three preliminary swim assessments at Mornington High School, I was somewhat surprised at the number of Nippers that turned up to complete the swim and float. Parents that are involved in the Junior Sub Committee, and a couple who just offered their help, kept the Nippers moving through at a steady rate. One other change is the open water competition swim (S Badge) will be timed. The times vary in each age group above Under 9 s and will be adjusted to suit the conditions on the day.

6 This season there will be five (5) junior carnivals 15 th December, 4 th January, 19 th January (Mt Martha), February 23 rd and March 16 th just before State Championships on the weekend of March 23rd/24th. We should be very excited about the 19 th January as it is the first regular carnival we have held for some years. We will have to put in a lot of work so I will be calling on more than just the usual helpers to get the day up and going as well as returning the beach back to its regular state after the carnival. I look forward to working very close to this season s new Junior Sub Committee which is headed by Luke Woods. We have a few new faces on the committee which is a great testament to those who have built up the program over the last sevem years. It s great to see new people wanting to get involved in the development of not only their own kids but the whole Nipper program. Seniors, well where do I start, some seniors have not stopped training all through the off season which will prepare them for a big season that consists of seven (7) carnivals starting on the 1 st of December and winding up on the 24 th February followed by State Titles and then Aussies April 15 th to 21 st Seniors have invaded the beach on Thursday evenings, so many new faces and names to remember. With the high numbers seniors should have an even better season than last year. They are a great group of kids who do their best for the club and themselves. Seniors support the Nippers program so much and without their help the program would struggle. They chip in with the coaching and are a huge presence on the water as the water safety component of the program. Anglesea SLSC will be the host for this season s Seniors camp which again should be great for team bonding amongst the group. Rescue 2012 is the first step for some of the Masters crew this season. Thirteen (13) Masters will take on the world s best in three disciplines, Beach Open water and Pool events in Adelaide between Thursday 8 th, and Sunday 11 th, of November. Good luck to all involved and show that Mt Martha spirit. Masters training will again be headed by the Doc, (Dr Scott Fifield) on a Wednesday evening. Sessions will run for about 90 mins weather dependent and on hot nights sessions will finish later. The club has four new surf skis on order which will be used quite a lot as more masters become interested in paddling. Under Scott s direction masters have shown that we older folk can still hold our own at all levels and will be pushing for another State Title this season. I encourage any member over the age of 30 to come down on a Wednesday and join in.it is a great way to meet other members if you are new to the area or club and it s great fun, no pressure just do what you can. Those brave souls we call the Icebergers were the only ones that didn t think this winter was cold due to them swimming in that very cold water on the weekends and during the week. It still amazes me how many take on the challenge each year. Again over the winter they had a swim off against the Brighton Icebergers at Lorne. The respect between the two groups is mutual. I just think they are nuts, too cold for this land lover, good luck to them I say. Scott Norman this season is the man in charge of the MMAD Swim. Again I m sure it will be an amazing event with the entry numbers being raised for the 5km swim by 50%. Last year s event was run so successfully that we now we have the resources to run a larger event this season. Weather willing the event will be another great spectacle on Australia Day Good luck to all who swim on the day. Darren Hood was inducted as the newest Life Member at the club dinner that was held at the Atrium in Safety Beach earlier this year. A great night was had by all. Darren appeared to be overwhelmed with the award and it took me ages to get the honour board back off him. Darren has been involved at MMLSC since 1998 and has held a numbers of key roles within the club over that time. This season Darren has become Gear Steward. He has named the boards and covers so they all match

7 up. This will help with keeping track of all gear and its use. Also a log book will be hanging in the board room so boards can be signed in and out to keep track of their use. As for the Building Project we have had some back and forward movement with all the relevant authorities and should be displaying the Yellow Board (notice of planning application) by the time you are reading this article. The design has changed a little, with a slight reduction in size but with a bit of rejigging of the floor plans we seem to have almost the same area that we wanted to achieve for the re-development. The design will be available for viewing in the near future. Remember if you are a patrolling member you are obliged to find someone to cover your shift if you are unable to attend yourself. Some patrolling members might be approached to help with the schools program during the remainder of this school year and at the start of the 2013 school year. This program has gone from grown over the years and has become a favourite program with many schools within our community and from way outside the Mt Martha area. With the club s continued support this program should keep growing from strength to strength. We are indebted to our sponsors whose vital funds allow us to invest in new equipment while maintaining our facility and programs to the best of our ability. In advance, I want to thank our existing sponsors who have supported us for many years and welcome the new businesses that have come onboard over the off season. As a volunteer organisation we rely heavily on your generosity and rest assure the funds and services that you provide not only benefit the Mt Martha Life Saving Club but also the wider community. Remember it s your club, enjoy everything about your club and its perfect location. See you on the beach! John Harvey MMLSC President

8 MMLSC COMMITTEE STRUCTURE Board of Directors President (Chairman) -John Harvey Vice President Scott Norman Junior Activities Director LSV Y&LD Delegate Luke Woods Club Captain LSV Aquatic Sports Delegate Bec Gibbs Secretary Paul Goldsmith Treasurer Sally Davis Life Saving Operations Manager LSV Operations Delegate Nick Wootton Public Officer (nonvoting) Gary March MMAD Swim Co-ordinator Scott Norman Building Project Manager Brad Johannsen Junior Competition Manager Tim Robertson Junior Carnival Registrar Fiona Robertson Vice Club Captains Tom Hood Emma Clark Deputy Vice Captains Aidan Debernardi Ellie-May Maguire- Harvey Newsletter Georgia Symmons Membership Registrar Jayne Lloyd Assistant Treasurer Jackie Jackson Highway Collections Co-ordinator Vanessa Wootton Chief Instructor Tim Harper Patrol Captain Dylan Craig Building Maintenance Co-ordinator Philip Redburn Age Group Admin Co-ordinator Pam Mowat Senior Coach Troy Cochrane Well Being Officers Justine Lucas Dave Verlinden Merchandise Co-ordinator Maria Harvey First Aid Officer Scott Fifield First Aid Officer Assistant Tessa Hood Sponsorship Senior Manager Media Liaison Bar Managers IRB Captain Co-ordinator Lynne Tickell Grant Gibbs Craig Hood Lorraine Stuart Vacant Jon Myers Master Coach Scott Fifield Website Development Craig Hood Friday Dinners Ashley Cole Pascal Hatzipascalis RWC Captain Aaron Mynard Sustainability Officer Nick Wootton Icebergers Co-ordinator Dave Verlinden Active Membership Registrar Kaye Jarrott Social Co-ordinator Sally Davis Gear Steward (Patrol) Darren Hood Gear Steward (Competition) Darren Hood Club Historian Bec Gibbs Fundraising Co-ordinator Sally Davis ATV Captain Martin Sheppard Club Hire (private functions) Justine Lucas OHS Officer Grant Gibbs General Committee Jane Cole (Junior Coach) Jamie Jack (Sprint Coach) Colin Shugg (Swim Coach) Andrew Felsinger (Senior Coach) Admin Officer (paid) Non-committee (includes Club Hire business functions) Jane Spears Canteen Manager (paid) Non-committee Estella Crozier Schools Program Co-ordinator (paid) Non-committee Megan Moody Radio Captain Tim Harper

9 MMLSC COMMITTEE Board of Directors President John Harvey Vice-President Scott Norman Secretary Paul Goldsmith Treasurer Sally Davis Club Captain Rebecca Gibbs Director of Junior Activities Luke Woods Life Saving Operations Manager Nicholas Wootton Public Officer Gary March Ordinary Members Vice Club Captain (Male) Thomas Hood Vice Club Captain (Female) Emma Clark Deputy Vice Captain (Male) Aidan Debernardi Deputy Vice Captain (Female) Ellie-May Maguire Harvey Assistant Secretary (Newsletter) Georgia Symmons Assistant Treasurer Jackie Jackson Chief Instructor Tim Harper Patrol Captain Dylan Craig Senior Coach Troy Cochrane Senior Manager Grant Gibbs Masters Coach Scott Fifield Icebergers Co-ordinator David Verlinden Gear Steward (Competition) Darren Hood Age Group Admin Co-ordinator Pamela Mowat Junior Competition Manager Tim Robertson Junior Carnival Registrar Fiona Robertson First Aid Officer Scott Fifield First Aid Officer Assistant Tessa Hood IRB Captain Jon Myers RWC Captain Aaron Mynard ATV Captain Martin Sheppard Radio Captain Tim Harper Gear Steward (Patrol) Darren Hood OHS Officer Grant Gibbs Membership Registrar Jayne Lloyd Wellbeing Officer David Verlinden Wellbeing Officer Justine Lucas Media Liaison Craig Hood

10 Website Development Craig Hood Active Membership Registrar Kaye Jarrott Club Historian Rebecca Gibbs Highway Collection Co-ordinator Vanessa Wootton Merchandise Co-ordinator Maria Harvey Bar Manager Lorraine Stuart Bar Manager Friday Night Dinners Ashley Cole Pascal Hatzipascalis Social Co-ordinator Sally Davis Fundraising Co-ordinator Sally Davis Club Hire (private functions) Justine Lucas MMAD Swim Co-ordinator Scott Norman Building Project Manager Brad Johannsen Building Maintenance Co-ordinator Philip Redburn Sponsorship Co-ordinator Lynne Tickell Sustainability Officer Nicholas Wootton ' Jane Cole Jamie Jack Colin Shugg Andrew Felsinger vic.gov.au Non Committee Positions Club Administrator Jane Spears (includes business club hire) Club Details Schools Program Co-ordinator Megan Moody Canteen Manager Estella Crozier

11 WELL BEING OFFICERS Mount Martha Life Saving Club fosters and facilitates an environment where all members feel welcome and desire to be involved in the Club. The positive attitudes and behaviours of all members create a safe and supportive environment ensuring every person involved in the Mount Martha Life Saving Club is treated with respect and dignity. At Mount Martha Life Saving Club we will treat all incidences of a wellbeing nature seriously, and will ensure complaints are dealt with promptly, impartially, and confidentially. The Club has appointed two Well Being Officers, Justine Lucas and Dave Verlinden as the first point of contact for anyone feeling their wellbeing has been infringed or breached. The Well Being Officers provide confidential information and support to the person reporting that theirs or a child s wellbeing has been compromised. The Well Being Officers can act as a sounding board and support the person in making decisions and taking actions that aim to restore wellbeing. Well being at the Mount Martha Life Saving Club commits to eliminating discrimination, harassment, child abuse and other forms of inappropriate behaviour. As part of this commitment, Mount Martha Life Saving Club will investigate any acts that infringe on a person s wellbeing whilst involved in any way with our Club. If discrimination or harassment is found to have taken place, action will be taken. Surf Life Saving Australia policy states that every person shall be protected from abuse, discrimination or harassment by other members or outside sources and have responsibility for cooperating in providing a discrimination, child abuse and harassment free SLSA environment. The Mount Martha Life Saving Club s Well Being approach is in line with SLSA and LSV policies and encompasses an equity policy to promote an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, specifically the Club believes in: i. Social justice is about ensuring all people whether members of MMLSC or the community receive a fair go. ii. Equal opportunity is about ensuring every person is treated the same and has a similar chance to participate in Mount Martha Life Saving Club activities. iii. Harassment Free Environment (Harassment is offensive, humiliating and intimidating and is counter-productive conduct in the SLSA environment, and may occur in relation to a person s sex, race, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status and sexual preference). Well Being Officers Dave Verlinden verdel14@bigpond.com Justine Lucas justine.psych@bigpond.com

12 MEMBERSHIPS Mount Martha Life Saving Club (MMLSC) is run by volunteers and with club membership growing the need for active involvement by all members (families) is now even more critical to ensure continued success of the club s programs and services. Our club programs wouldn t happen without the generous support of our volunteer members. ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP We encourage all members (families) to register their membership as an active membership category if participating in any of the club s programs. Being actively involved is rewarding and an opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge. A reduced membership fee is available for all active memberships. If members participate in the Nippers program and wish to renew their membership on a Non-Active basis a request must be put in writing to the Club President for consideration. A Non-Active Membership is available for new members (families) for their first year of membership to give them time to familiarise themselves with the club and its programs. Non-Active Membership is also available for members who wish to train (but not compete) with Masters and / or Icebergers. For the 2012/2013 season MMLSC has two options available for members to fulfill their Active Membership responsibilities, referred to as Primary and Secondary Active Membership. Below is a summary of each. To qualify for Primary Active Membership at least one family member is required to nominate for one of the following roles: Patrol Member Training Officer &/or Assessor Committee Member Junior Sub-Committee Member Competition (Carnival) Official Age Manager / Age Manager Assistant / Age Group Administrator Coach (Beach / Water / Craft) Mount Martha Australia Day (MMAD) Swim Sub-Committee Member Sponsor To qualify for Secondary Active Membership at least one family member is required to help out on one of the below Event Dates as well as commit to one area from below table for Other Club Assistance by completing a minimum of one rostered session. Event Date Pre-Season Working Bee Sunday 9 th September 2012 Highway Collection Saturday 20 th October 2012 Highway Collection Saturday 12 th January 2013 Mid-Season Working Bee Sunday 20 th January 2013 End-Season Working Bee Sunday 24 th March 2013

13 OTHER CLUB ASSISTANCE Bar BBQ Assistance Assistance Canteen Assistance Carnivals Event Assistance Catering (Friday Night dinners) Assistance Fundraising Assistance Merchandise Assistance Social Events Assistance Sponsorship Assistance Other Trade/Professional Service Assistance NON COMPLIANCE OF ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP In the event that you do not fulfill your active membership responsibilities in the current season you may be liable to pay an additional fee equivalent to current Non-Active Membership fee and you or your child may be refused entry into Nippers, Seniors, Masters or Icebergers the following season. For more information and description of each active membership role and area of assistance go to Instructions & Forms sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website and download Criteria for Active Membership (Club Assistance) for current season. To advise the Club of your Active Membership preference go to and click "Log In & Enjoy". Use the family member's username and password to access the individual members Lifesaving Online account (Surfguard record) who will be completing the active membership. Click Personal Details tab and follow link to up-date personal details Comments Section to add your preference for active membership and then click "Submit". JOINING FEE A joining fee is payable for each new member (not family) and is payable in addition to applicable membership fee (capped at $100 per family). A joining fee does not apply to siblings of renewing families. When joining MMLSC new members are receiving the benefit of all the work and developments of previous members. It is MMLSC policy that it is only fair to have new members also contribute towards the future development of the club they are joining. We use these fees to assist with equipment and resources for our club programs and improvements to our Club facilities. NIPPERS PRE-REGISTRATION (WAIT LIST) Mount Martha Life Saving Club (MMLSC) uses an online Pre-registration (Wait list) form via the Sportingpulse system to manage all new enquiries and facilitate our Nippers program. If you have family or friends that are interested in joining the Nippers program they must first complete an online Pre-registration (Wait list) form for EACH child. All offers for new Nippers membership will be issued from these Pre-registered details. Pre-registration for Nippers can be made at anytime. Offers for new Nippers membership (together with instructions on how to join/register online) will be advised (via ) in early October to children who meet age requirements on a seasonal basis up to a maximum of 30 children for each age group (male & female). Note: Nippers Pre-Registration is NOT required for renewing members from current season.

14 MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY & APPLICABLE FEES MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY DESCRIPTION MEMBERSHIP FEE Active Family Parents/guardians plus dependent children. A family is considered as all members living at the same address Available to families with at least one family member who meets Active Membership (Club Assistance) Criteria. WWCC required for all members 18 years of age and over $220 Active Single Non-Active Family Aged 14 years or over by the 30 th September of current year Be a Surf Rescue Certificate or Bronze Medallion holder (or working towards attaining award) Fulfill patrol and club obligations, as provided by SLSA and the member s club constitution Alternatively available to singles who meet Active Membership (Club Assistance) Criteria. WWCC required for all members 18 years of age and over Parents/guardians plus dependent children A family is considered as all members living at the same address Available to families who do not have any members participating in the Nippers program. Exception: new families participating in Nippers program for their first year of membership only or upon written request subject to committee approval. WWCC required for all members 18 years of age and over $110 $330 Non-Active Single Aged 18 years or over by the 30 th September of current year. Available to single members who wish to train with Masters and / or Icebergers. WWCC required for all members 18 years of age and over $220 ADDITIONAL FEES FEE TYPE DESCRIPTION FEE Non- Patrolling Award Member Fee Non patrolling member wishing to obtain or renew a Life Saving Award Payable in addition to Membership Fee above $110 New Member Joining Fee Payable for each new member not family Payable in addition to Membership Fee above Maximum $100 payable per family membership $20

15 MEMBERSHIP FEE NOTES Membership fees are all GST inclusive. Fees are for the 12 month period commencing 1 st October each year and provides access to all club programs, facilities and equipment. Age for a season is determined as at 30 th September at the commencement of that season. (Birth certificates may be requested at time of registration). All family members who are 5 years and over who will be attending the club are required to be registered members on the Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) (Surfguard) database accessed via the Lifesaving Online system. Note: Each family member needs to have an individual Surfguard record (there is no family record). All registered members are covered by SLSA insurance whilst undertaking MMLSC activities in the club which is for all times the clubhouse is open except for private functions. All members over 18 years must obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) with BOTH Life Saving Victoria and Mount Martha Life Saving Club listed as your volunteer organisations prior to joining MMLSC or immediately upon turning 18 years of age. This is a Life Saving Victoria policy. For more information on WWCC or to download a copy of Life Saving Victoria WWCC Policy (AD6-05) go to WWCC sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. Mount Martha Life Saving Club offers either an Active (Family/Single) Membership or a Non-Active (Family/Single) Membership. Active Membership is available to members (families) with at least one family member who either completes rostered beach patrols; nominates for a committee position and/or role to assist running of club programs and/or competition (carnivals); is a sponsor or provides assistance in other areas of the Club. For more information on Active Membership go to Active Membership sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. Non-Active Membership is available for new members (families) for their first year of membership to give them time to familiarise themselves with the club and its programs. Non-Active Membership is also available for members who wish to train (but not compete) with Masters and /or Icebergers. All members (families) are encouraged after their first year to renew their membership as an Active Membership Category if participating in any of the club s program/s (Nippers, Seniors, Masters or Icebergers). If members participate in the Nippers program and wish to renew their membership on a Non-Active basis a request must be put in writing to the Club President for consideration. All members aged 5-13 years (Nippers) must be registered under a Family Membership with their parents/guardians. All members aged years who are not patrolling members must be registered under a Family Membership with their parents/guardians. A member who is aged years who is a patrolling member (Seniors) can join individually as an Active Single Membership or alternatively join as part of an Active Family Membership which allows for families to join at a reduced cost. A joining fee is payable for each new member (not family) and is payable in addition to applicable membership fee (capped at $100 per family). A joining fee does not apply to siblings of renewing families. When joining MMLSC new members are receiving the benefit of all the work and developments of previous members. It is MMLSC policy that it is only fair to have new members also contribute towards the future development of the club they are joining. We use these fees to assist with equipment and resources for our club programs and improvements to our Club facilities. If joining as a family, whilst each family member needs to be registered individually on SLSA (Surfguard) database only one payment for your family membership is required. FURTHER INFORMATION For Membership fee payment instructions go to Membership Fees sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website.

16 WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK The Working with Children Check (WWCC) is a State Government initiative which was introduced several years ago. It is a current check and ongoing cross-checking of criminal records for sex, drug or violence offences, with notification to Life Saving Club (LSV) and Mount Martha Life Saving Club (MMLSC). The following information is provided by Life Saving Victoria. Keeping children safe is not just a moral obligation for Life Saving Victoria and its members, the Working with Children Act 2005 (the Act) and Life Saving Victoria Policy (AD6-05) requires all members to obtain a Working with Children Check to comply with the laws protecting children (U18) from physical and sexual harm. There are NO EXEMPTIONS under the LSV policy. This includes members whose professions require a police check for employment purposes, including teachers and police officers. The legal ramifications for breaches of the Act include fines up to $27,000 and / or up to 2 years jail. This may impact on public liability insurance eligibility. To download a copy of Life Saving Victoria Policy (AD6-05) go to Working with Children Check sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. To ensure our members are operating within the legal framework it is compulsory for all members over 18 years to obtain a Working with Children Check card with Life Saving Victoria and Mount Martha Life Saving Club listed as your volunteer organisations prior to joining MMLSC or immediately upon turning 18 years of age. Information required to up-date Volunteer Organisation Details: Primary Organisation: Life Saving Victoria Life Saving Victoria PO Box 353 South Melbourne VIC 3205 Phone: Other Organisation: Mount Martha Life Saving Club Mount Martha Life Saving Club PO Box 462 Mount Martha VIC 3934 Phone: For more information and instructions to complete WWCC membership requirements go to Working with Children Check sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. WWCC UPDATE YOUR DETAILS Working with Children Checks are a vital and integral part of helping protect children from harm, therefore it is imperative to inform the Working with Children Check Unit (Department of Justice) when your details change. For methods to change your WWCC personal details go to WWCC Up-dating your details sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. WWCC - RENEWAL (EXPIRY) Your Working with Children (WWC) Check card is valid for 5 years. You must renew your card before it expires if you want to continue child-related work and prior to renewal of your membership with MMLSC. Department of Justice will post a renewal application form to you approximately eight weeks before your WWC Check expires.

17 UPDATE YOUR PERSONAL DETAILS Updates throughout the season on training, carnivals, award / course dates and venues, up-coming activities and social events will be available at club website and communicated to members via monthly club newsletter, or SMS. It is therefore important that all members have a current address and mobile telephone number recorded on their individual Surfguard record. For Nippers and Seniors please nominate a parent/guardian s and mobile details if the child does not have their own contact details. These details will be used if communicating with Nippers/Seniors membership groups. To advise the club of any up-dates to personal details go to the Lifesaving Online website at and click Log In & Enjoy. Use the family member s username and password to access the individual members Lifesaving Online account (Surfguard record) you wish to update and follow prompts under Personal Details tab. Remember: if you have additional family members personal details to up-date you will need to repeat this process for each family member using their individual username and password. You must also inform the Department of Justice when your personal details change. Keeping your contact details up to date is an important and is the responsibility of Working with Children Check cardholders. For methods to change your WWCC personal details go to WWCC Up-dating your details sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. MOUNT MARTHA LIFE SAVING CLUB PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE The Mount Martha Life Saving Club has public liability insurance as per the following: All Club members are covered by the insurance whilst undertaking MMLSC activities in the club which is for all times the clubhouse is open except for private functions; All employees of the Club are covered; Volunteers who are club members are covered; No sub-contractors have insurance coverage normally sub-contractors have their own insurance; and If a club member hires the club for a function there is no MMLSC insurance for that event. Our public liability insurance only covers Mount Martha Life Saving Club members when the Mount Martha Life Saving Club is either running activities or in direct control of the clubhouse. There is additional insurance coverage for patrolling members injured as part of patrols or official training please contact the Occupational Health and Safety Officer for further details.

18 SLSA CODES OF CONDUCT With the Carnival Season looming, the YLD Council & Executives wish to remind all LSV members of the role specific codes of conduct to ensure everyone has a happy and safe surf sports season. SURF LIFE SAVING OFFICIAL CODE OF CONDUCT An SLSA Official will: i. agree to abide by the code of conduct. ii. be responsible for matters concerning the development of surf lifesavers and the conduct of competitions. iii. maintain a duty of care towards others and an accountability for matters relating to training and competition. iv. have a sound working knowledge of SLSA policies, rules and regulations. v. be impartial and accept the responsibility for all actions taken. vi. ensure that any physical contact with others is; a) appropriate to the situation b) necessary for the persons skill development vii. provide a safe environment for training and competition. viii. be a positive role model for surf lifesavers and SLSA. SURF LIFE SAVING COACH CODE OF CONDUCT An SLSA Coach will: i. agree to abide by the code of conduct. ii. be responsible for matters concerning the coaching, training and development of surf lifesavers. iii. provide positive feedback to participants. iv. treat all participants equally. v. maintain a duty of care towards others and an accountability for matters relating to training and competition. vi. have a sound working knowledge of SLSA policies, rules and regulations and coaching techniques. vii. actively discourage the use of performance enhancing drugs, and the use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal substances viii. ensure that any physical contact with others is; a) appropriate to the situation b) necessary for the persons skill development ix. provide a safe environment for training and competition. x. be a positive role model for surf lifesavers and SLSA.

19 SURF LIFE SAVING COMPETITOR CODE OF CONDUCT An SLSA Competitor will: i) abide by the rules and the spirit of the competition ii) accept the decisions of Referees and Judges without question or complaint iii) never consider cheating and in particular, not attempt to improve performance by the use of drugs iv) exercise reasonable self control at all times v) accept success and failure, victory and defeat, with grace and magnanimity vi) treat their fellow competitors and team members with respect, both in and outside the competition arena SURF LIFE SAVING TEAM MANAGER CODE OF CONDUCT An SLSA Team Manager will: i. agree to abide by the code of conduct. ii. be responsible for the overall safety and well-being of team members and officials when travelling. iii. maintain a duty of care towards team members and an accountability for the management of the team. iv. have a sound knowledge of SLSA policies, responsibilities and competition rules, and ensure that the conduct of the affairs of the team is in accordance with these policies and guidelines. v. foster a collaborative approach to the management of the team. vi. be a positive role model for surf lifesavers and SLSA SURF LIFE SAVING PARENT/GUARDIAN CODE OF CONDUCT A Parent/Guardian of an SLSA member will: i) remember that their child participate in surf lifesaving for their own enjoyment. ii) focus on their child s efforts and performance rather than winning and losing. iii) show appreciation for good performance by all participants. iv) never ridicule or yell at their child or other children for making a mistake. v) respect officials decisions and teach their children to do likewise. vi) not physically or verbally abuse or harass anyone associated with the activities (eg. coach, official, age manager, etc.). vii) be a positive role model for others. SURF LIFE SAVING SUPPORTERS AND SPECTATORS CODE OF CONDUCT A Supporter/Spectator of an SLSA member will: i) respect the regulations and authority of SLSA and not attempt to avoid or circumvent these regulations. ii) accept the authority of Referees and Judges to make decisions iii) abide by the spirit of the competition iv) exercise reasonable self control at all times v) be respectful and considerate in interactions with others vi) acknowledge the performance of all involved in the competition with grace man magnanimity

20 SPONSORSHIP Mount Martha Life Saving Club relies on sponsorship and donations from businesses and organisations to continue our regular beach patrols; offer programs and training to our club members; to maintain and purchase new equipment and to conduct various events for members and the community. We encourage ongoing partnerships with our sponsors and we offer a range of unique opportunities for companies to gain exposure through our website, newsletters, signage and merchandise. There are several levels of sponsorship packages which cater for all sponsor needs and budgets. Supporting MMLSC offers sponsors a chance to market their business to a membership base of over 1000 and to a much larger audience through our clubs events, website and competition attendance. As well as business promotion sponsorship is also about supporting a local community organisation that is totally volunteer based. All funds raised through sponsorship go directly towards the enhancement of the club s buildings, lifesaving equipment and club programs. Lynne Tickell Sponsorship Co-ordinator For more information about how to become a sponsor please contact Lynne Tickell on lynnetickell@gmail.com

21 CLUB SPONSORS PROTECTION PACIFIC SECURITY 8, REDWOOD DVE DINGLEY VIC 3172 Phone: Fax:

22 PROVIDING BEACH PATROL DURING SUMMER

23 WHY BECOME A PATROL MEMBER FOR MMLSC? The primary and number one aim for MMLSC is to provide beach patrols during the summer period. MMLSC would not exist without providing this vital service. Patrol members are volunteers and are organised into patrol teams with each patrol team rostered to patrol approximately 9 days per summer period. For patrol members to be eligible to compete for MMLSC the Surf Rescue Certificate and or Life Saving Bronze Medallion (Certificate II Public Safety) must be attained however some patrol members can and will obtain awards like Advanced Resuscitation or Senior First Aid so they can still provide a service to the community and be part of a patrol team. There are many different awards patrol members can also be trained in Inflatable Rescue Boat Driver and or Crew, Advanced Resuscitation Techniques, Level II First Aid Certificate, Spinal Injury Management Basic Beach Management and Rescue Water Craft Operator. These awards once trained and completed will provide you with life skills that can be used both on and off the beach. Patrol uniform is provided and must be worn whilst on patrol and all other equipment that is required to provide a safe working environment is also provided by MMLSC. DHL is a major sponsor with SLSA and they currently fund new uniforms for all Australian patrolling surf lifesavers as well as a recognition program to promote excellence in the surf lifesaving movement. Patrol teams are made up of club members with wide and diverse backgrounds, a mix of ages and experience in lifesaving ranging from decades to new members getting involved for the first time.

24 PATROL REQUIREMENTS 2012/2013 If you are unable to attend your rostered patrol you must arrange a swap with someone from another team with similar qualifications, you must also notify your team Patrol Captain as soon as possible. UNIFORM All qualified members are issued with a patrol shirt, shorts and cap. Members must purchase their own club bathers and wear a broad brimmed hat. Correct uniform must be worn at all times during patrol. If in the water patrol caps must be worn. Full Patrol: Saturday November 10, 2012 Monday April 1, 2013 For the club's FULL patrol strength shall consist of at least four (4) "Core" members comprising: Three (3) patrolling members holding the Lifesaving Bronze; and One (1) other patrolling award holder (awards allowed are Radio Officers, Level II First Aid, Advanced Resuscitation Technique, Surf Rescue Certificate, Basic Beach Management, Spinal Management) Awards to be included in the minimum four (4) present are: IRB Driver and separate holder of IRB crew Advanced Resuscitation Technique Basic Beach Management Observation Patrol: Monday April 1, 2013 For Life Saving Victoria has introduced an Observation Patrol for the April 2013 patrol period. Observation Patrol shall consist of at least two (2) Core members comprising: Two (2) proficient Members holding the SLSA Bronze Medallion One (1) patrolling member holding the ART It is recommended that at least one member be over the age of

25 COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS 2012/2013 All members wishing to compete at any competition must be: 1. FINANCIAL Completed and signed the membership forms and paid the required fees 2. PROFICIENT (AWARD REQUALIFICATION) All competitors must have completed their proficiency assessment prior to December 31, PATROL HOUR OBLIGATIONS Existing Patrol Members To compete in either the Victorian Lifesaving Championships or the Surf Life Saving Australia Championships, competitors must be proficient and have completed 16 hours of patrol from 1st January to 31st December the year preceding these Championships. For example: if a competitor wished to compete in the 2013 Victorian Senior or Masters Lifesaving Championships, they need to complete their requalification before December 31, The competitor also is required to complete (16) sixteen hours of patrol between 1st January 2012 and 31st December If a member does not requalify their award for a number of seasons and wishes to return to competition, they are still required to complete 16 hours of patrol (from 1st January to 31st December) to compete in the Victorian Lifesaving Championships or the Surf Life Saving Australia Championships. New Patrol Members Members that have completed a new award* (either Bronze Medallion or Surf Rescue Certificate) are required to complete the following hours: Prior to November 30 - If a new award is obtained prior to November 30 then (6) six hours of patrol must be completed prior to 31 December. December If a new award is obtained between December 1 and 31 then (4) four hours of patrol must be completed prior to the December 31. After January 1 - If a new award is obtained after the January 1 then (4) four hours of patrol completed prior to the close of entries of the relevant event. * Note: A new award is considered to be either a Surf Rescue Certificate or a Bronze Medallion. If a member has obtained a Surf Rescue Certificate the previous season and gains a Bronze Medallion in the new season, they are not considered to be a New Award holder and must complete the required (16) sixteen hours of patrol prior to the 31st December. 1

26 PATROLROSTER Shaded Areas Please note the weather dependant start does not apply to public Holidays NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL Non-Shaded Areas Friday 1730 to 2000 Saturday 1300 to 1730 Sunday (if 23 or lower) 1300 to 1730 Sunday (if 24 or higher) & all Public Holidays 1030 to 1730 Friday 1730 to 2000 Saturday 1300 to 1800 Sunday (if 23 or lower) 1300 to 1800 Sunday (if 24 or higher) & all Public 1030 to 1800 Holidays Saturday 10 Sunday 11 Friday 16 Saturday 17 Sunday 18 TEAM 1 TEAM 2 TEAM 3 TEAM 4 TEAM 5 Friday 23 Saturday 24 Sunday 25 Friday 30 TEAM 7 TEAM 6 TEAM 2 TEAM 3 Saturday 1 Senior Carnival #1 Torquay SLSC Sunday 2 Friday 7 Saturday 8 Sunday 9 TEAM 1 TEAM 4 TEAM 5 TEAM 6 TEAM 7 Friday 14 Saturday 15 Junior Carnival #1 Jan Juc SLSC Sunday 16 Senior Carnival #2 Ocean Grove SLSC Friday 21 Saturday 22 TEAM 1 TEAM 3 TEAM 2 TEAM 5 TEAM 4 Tuesday 25 Wednesday 26 Sunday 23 Saturday 29 Sunday 30 XMAS DAY (Public Holiday) TEAM 6 NO PATROL TEAM 1 TEAM 7 TEAM 2 Friday 4 Sunday 6 Tuesday 1 Junior Carnival #2 Saturday 5 Senior Carnival #3 Friday 11 (Public Holiday) Cosy Corner SLSC) Anglesea SLSC TEAM 3 NO PATROL TEAM 4 TEAM 5 TEAM 6 Saturday 12 Sunday 13 Senior Carnival #4 Jan Juc SLSC Friday 18 Saturday 19 Junior Carnival #3 Mount Martha LSC Sunday 20 TEAM 7 TEAM 1 TEAM 2 TEAMS 3 & 5 TEAM 4 Friday 25 Saturday 26 Monday 28 Sunday 27 MMAD SWIM (Public Holiday) TEAM 6 TEAMS 7 & 1 TEAM 2 TEAM 4 Saturday 9 Sunday 3 VIC MASTERS Friday 1 Saturday 2 Senior Carnival #5 STATE Point Leo SLSC CHAMPIONSHIPS Lorne SLSC Sunday 10 Senior Carnival #6 Lorne SLSC TEAM 3 TEAM 5 TEAM 1 TEAM 6 TEAM 7 Friday 15 Saturday 16 Junior Peninsula Carnival Point Leo SLSC Sunday 17 Friday 22 Saturday 23 Junior Carnival #4 Warrnambool SLSC TEAM 2 TEAM 4 TEAM 3 TEAM 5 TEAM 6 Sunday 24 Senior Carnival #7 Warrnambool SLSC TEAM 7 Friday 1 Saturday 2 Sunday 3 Monday 11 (Public Holiday) Saturday 9 VIC SENIOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Anglesea SLSC Sunday 10 VIC SENIOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Anglesea SLSC TEAM 2 TEAM 1 TEAM 3 TEAM 5 TEAM 6 Saturday 23 Saturday 16 VIC JUNIOR STATE Junior Carnival #5 Sunday 17 CHAMPIONSHIPS Bancoora SLSC Lorne SLSC Sunday 24 VIC JUNIOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Lorne SLSC TEAM 7 TEAM 4 TEAM 6 TEAM 1 TEAM 7 Friday 29 (Public Holiday) Saturday 30 (Public Holiday) Sunday 31 (Public Holiday) TEAM 4 TEAM 5 TEAM 3 Monday 1 (Public Holiday) TEAM 2

27 TEAM 1 AWARDS TEAM 2 AWARDS Philip Shanahan (Captain) BM, ART, IRBC, SFA, ATV Darren Hood (Captain) BM, IRBD, IRBC, ATV Scott Fifield (Vice Captain) BM, ART, IRBC, BBM, ATV Craig Dullard (Vice Captain) BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, BBM Jasmine Chapman BM Simon Boyd BM Lachlan Churchill BM, IRBC Jessica Burt BM Emma Clark BM Lucy Hood BM, IRBC John Cloke BM Sally Hood BM, IRBC Jennifer Crouch BM Thomas Hood BM, IRBC Brittany Felsinger BM, IRBC Melinda Kemp BM Nelson Felsinger BM Rex McMillan BM Leonie Fryer BM Megan Moody BM, SFA, ATV Danielle Gallichan BM Kathy Netherclift BM, ART, IRBC Benjamin Griffiths BM Madeline Oldjohn BM Caitlin Miers BM Thomas Oldstein BM Jack Miers BM Harry Parker BM Jack Nugent BM Karyn Peck BM, IRBC, BBM Mark Nugent BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, ROC, SFA, ATV Annette Ready BM Daniel Pike BM Martin Sheppard BM, IRBC Margaret Pike BM David Verlinden BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, ROC, SFA, ATV Sarah Pike BM Donna Verlinden BM, ART, BBM Emma Shanahan BM, IRBD, IRBC, SFA Andrew Whitehouse BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC Jodie Shanahan BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, ATV Thomas Burt SRC Mathew Shanahan BM Taylah Chalk SRC Aiden Sujecki BM Alexis Dullard SRC Benjamin Wood BM, IRBD, IRBC Daisy McMillan SRC Brianna Blake SRC Isabella Moody SRC Charlotte Crouch SRC Victoria Oldjohn SRC Sophie Pike SRC Harriet Ochsenbein SRC Zachary Roberts SRC Ella Schulz SRC Lachie Lloyd SRC TEAM 3 AWARDS TEAM 4 AWARDS Grant Gibbs (Captain) BM, SM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, ROC, SFA, ATV Troy Cochrane (Captain) BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, BBM, ATV Aaron Mynard (Vice Captain) BM, RWC, SFA, ATV John Harvey (Vice Captain) BM, SM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, BBM, ATV Morgan Bain BM Luke Anthony BM, ROC Jason Bleasby BM Ashley Cole BM, ART Ben Campbell BM Jane Cole BM, ART Stephen Davies BM Dylan Craig BM, ART, IRBC, BBM, ATV Mathew Davis BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, ATV Ellie-May Harvey BM Matilda Davis BM Martin Hodgson BM Sally Davis BM, SM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, BBM, ATV Tyran Hodgson BM Tom Forster-Williams BM Kris Holmes BM Lauren Gibbs BM, IRBC, SFA Luke Kerr BM, ATV Rebecca Gibbs BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, ATV Tyler McDonald BM Eleanor Hodgson BM Matthew Thomas BM Steve Hofer BM Ross Thomas BM Elise March BM Tracey Watchorn BM Andrew Martin BM Maria Harvey SFA Benjamin Myers BM Georgia Carter SRC Helen Myers BM Chloe Cole SRC Jonathan Myers BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC Rhys Cole SRC Jack Rea BM Christian Creed SRC Jordan Redburn BM Samuel Fraser SRC Molly Reid BM Matthew Graves SRC Caiden Stuart BM, IRBC Melinda Harrop SRC Jamie Stuart BM, SM, ART, SFA, IRBC Clay Hodgson SRC Lynne Tickell BM, ART, SFA, SM, BBM, ATV Joshua Mellor SRC Sebastian Werner BM Hannah Mowat SRC Luke Woods BM Lachlan Thomas SRC Lorraine Stuart ART, SFA Chelsea Verlinden SRC Milly Nurrish SRC Max Rea SRC Isaac Turner SRC Kim Williams SRC Cameron Myers SRC (T)

28 TEAM 5 AWARDS TEAM 6 AWARDS Raymund Flanagan (Captain) BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, ATV Julian Walker (Captain) BM, SM, IRBD, IRBC Craig Hood (Vice Captain) BM, SM, ART, IRBC, SFA, ATV Tim Harper (Vice Captain) BM, SM, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, BBM, ATV Aidan Debernardi BM Laura Alfrey BM Jasmina Felsinger BM, IRBC Samuel Banks BM Ewan Flanagan BM Natalie Bouwmeester BM Laura Flanagan BM, IRBC Alesia Harper BM, IRBC, SFA Sally Garvey-Page BM Kerri Harper BM, SM, BBM Cassie Harper BM, IRBC, SFA Tara Jackson BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, SFA Natasha Hartley-Jackson BM Justine Lucas BM, ART Darrel Hartwig BM, IRBC, ATV Emma Malone BM Peter Hickey BM Stuart Moody BM, ATV Holly-Anne Hood BM Mark Nelson BM Joel Hood BM Cathy Norman BM Tessa Hood BM, BBM Michael Nottingham BM Kirsten Norman BM Despi O'Connor BM, SM, ART, SFA, BBM Scott Norman BM, IRBC Jacob Oldenburger BM Roger Perrott BM Tim Robertson BM Nicholas Spiros BM, ART, IRBC Heather Rose BM Aaron Staples BM Jason Spears BM, IRBC Leah Sutcliffe BM Karine Tweedie BM, ROC Campbell Tickell BM Tim Mann? Dylan Tickell BM, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, ATV Nicholas Wootton BM, SM, ART, RWC, IRBD, IRBC, SFA, BBM, ATV Vanessa Wootton BM, SM, ART, IRBC, SFA, BBM, ATV Jessica Wynne BM, ART, IRBC, SFA, ROC, BBM TEAM 7 AWARDS AWARDS LIST TBC (Captain) TBC (Vice Captain) ART - Advanced Resuscitation Technique Jim Alsop BM, ART Gary Berry BM ATV - All Terrain Vehicle Trish Berry BM Tahlia Butland BM BBM - Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management Paul Goldsmith BM Luke Huels BM BM - Life Saving Bronze Medallion Jamie Jack BM, IRBD, IRBC Leanne Jack BM, SM, IRBD, IRBC, BBM IRBC - Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew Amber King BM Zoe Kotsimbos BM IRBD - Silver Medallion Inflatable Rescue Boat Driver John Kovacevic BM Nicholas Lynch BM ROC - Radio Officer's Certificate Brenton March BM, IRBC, SFA Gary March BM, ART, IRBD, IRBC, BBM, ATV RWC - Rescue Water Craft Hugh McCubbin BM Cameron McGill BM, ART, ROC SFA - Senior First Aid Caroline McGill BM Samuel Moody BM SM - Spinal Management Meg Ridley BM Daniel Trcek BM SRC - Surf Rescue Certificate Troy Westley BM Chris Wynne BM, ROC, ATV T - Training Ky Wynne BM, IRBC, SFA Tahnaya Wynne BM, SFA Connor O`Gorman SRC Bailey Westley SRC Jarrah Wynne SRC

29 LIFE SAVING VICTORIA AWARDS AND PROFICIENCIES All members holding an SRC, BM, SM or IRB Crew and Driver certificate must requalify at the beginning of each season. It is your responsibility to ensure you are requalified prior to the 31st December deadline. Dates for requals follow the proficiency information. AWARD PROFICIENCY ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Bronze Medallion (BM) Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate (ART) Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate Level II First Aid Certificate Spinal Management Hold a Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) Signals 10 correct 200m Run 200m Swim 200m Run (8 minutes or less) Board or tube rescue (flippers optional) A patient assessment on a live patient and demonstration of lateral position 1 & 2 Person CPR on a manikin (adult or child or infant), including O2 supplemented CPR Theory assessment paper Defibrillation awareness IRB Awareness Signals 10 correct 100m Run 100m Swim 100m Run (5 minutes or less) Board or tube rescue (flippers optional) A patient assessment on a live patient and demonstration of lateral position 1 & 2 Person CPR on a manikin (adult or child or infant) Theory Assessment Paper A patient assessment on a live patient and demonstration of lateral position 1 & 2 Person CPR on a manikin (adult or child or infant), including resuscitation methods using a mask Oxygen Equipment operation (during CPR on a manikin) Use of Oropharyngeal Airway Defibrillation knowledge, skill and safety precautions simulated use on a manikin Suction use of hand held device for fluid removal A patient assessment on a live patient and demonstration of lateral position 1 & 2 Person CPR on a manikin (adult or child or infant Maintain current CPR Certification throughout three year period Complete approved Senior First-Aid Course or update every three years Demonstrating placing a patient on a spinal board in a surf environment and on land Application of a cervical collar on a patient. This may occur during the above scenarios clearly identifying how to correctly measure and apply a cervical collar

30 AWARD Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Crew Certificate Silver Medallion Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Driver All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Operators Radio Operator s Certificate Silver Medallion (Basic Beach Management) Assessor Qualification Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving Certificate) PROFICIENCY ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Hold Current Bronze Medallion Theory Assessment Paper Submission of completed Personal IRB Log/Club Declaration with sufficient hours and Practical Assessment as an IRB Crew Person Hold current Bronze Medallion Hold current IRB Crew Certificate Present current Recreational Boating License Theory Assessment Paper Practical Assessment as an IRB Driver Valid Full Drivers Licence Pre-operational safety checks Personal protective equipment Safe ATV operation There are no set proficiency requirements for the Radio Operators Certificate for the 2011/12 season. Members holding the Radio Operators Certificate should ensure they keep up to date with changes to club equipment and club and state radio procedures. No Proficiency assessment is required for holders of the Silver Medallion (Basic Beach Management), though members should ensure they keep up to date with changes to club and state policies and procedures. Proficiency in prerequisites for the awards to remain current. Attend the State Lifesaving Conference / Regional Forum / District Meeting or Participate in an in-service session with the local District Officer or their nominated representative or Attend another appropriate workshop or professional development event. Signals 10 correct Pool Swim 800 metres in 14 minutes or less in a swimming pool of not less than 25 metres Mission Test (400 Swim 800m Run - 400m Board paddle 800m Run) in 25 minutes or less 200m Board Rescue 100m Tube (flippers optional)rescue Complex rescue scenario as set by the assessor One person drag and lay A patient assessment on a live patient including demo of lateral position 1 & 2 Person CPR on a manikin Oxygen Equipment Operation (During CPR on a Manikin) Use of Oropharyngeal Airway Hold a Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) Hold a Current Senior First Aid Certificate Hold a Current Spinal Management Certificate Hold a Current ARTC Hold a Current Silver Medallion (Basic Beach Management)

31 NEW AWARDS 2012 / 2013 BRONZE MEDALLION The Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion is the core lifesaving award required to participate as a team member in a surf lifesaving service. During the course you will learn about your responsibilities as part of a surf lifesaving team, basic first aid and emergency care skills, surf awareness and surf rescue skills. The Bronze Medallion is also a prerequisite to many other surf lifesaving qualifications including areas of power craft, advanced lifesaving and emergency care. You will also develop knowledge and skills to enable you to demonstrate competence in the nationally recognised qualification PUA21010 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) which is made up of the following core (C) and elective (E) units of competency: PUACOM001C Communicate in the workplace (C) PUASAR013A Participate in an aquatic rescue operation (C) PUATEA001B Work in a team (C) PUATEA004D Work effectively in a public safety organisation (C) HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support (C) PUAOHS001C Follow defined occupational health and safety policies and procedures (E) PUAOPE013A Operate communications systems and equipment (E) PUASAR012C Apply surf awareness and self-rescue skills (E) PRE-REQUISITES FOR BRONZE MEDALLION To commence training for the Bronze Medallion you must meet the following course prerequisites: be at least 15 years of age on the date of final assessment have completed a 400 metre swim in nine minutes or less, in a swimming pool of not less than 25 metres or over a measured open water course before any training starts in the surf and or deep water. New Bronze training schedule: Date, Time Sunday 25 th November 9.00am 5.00pm Saturday 01 st December 9.00am 5.00pm Revision Date# Thursday December 6 Mt Martha 6.30 pm pm Assessment Date Saturday December 8 Mt Martha 9.00 am pm Presentation Date* Friday December 14 Mt Martha 6.00pm # Revision is available for those who require it and is not a compulsory session. * Four quarter caps will be officially presented to successful candidates before Nippers. To enrol for either course please complete registration online for the applicable course. Both training groups will include theory and practical elements; however it is expected that candidates will attend other training sessions as per their age group, Nippers on a Friday evening, Masters Wednesday nights and Seniors Thursday nights to ensure that fitness and water skills are continually practised. Please be sure to bring bathers to all sessions as water sessions are weather dependent. All Bronze candidates will be required to have the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue 33 rd Edition Manual which must be picked up and paid for by participants prior to starting their course. Manuals

32 will be available for purchase at Information / Welcome Evening Friday 2nd November from 6pm or on first day of bronze training. Cost of the manual is $32.00 Inc GST. There is also a learner guide which will need to be completed prior to assessment these will be supplied on the first day of the Bronze training. SURF RESCUE CERTIFICATE (SRC) The Surf Life Saving Surf Rescue Certificate is the base level of award for patrolling members. This lifesaving award requires candidates to participate as a team member in a surf lifesaving service. During the course you will learn about your responsibilities as part of a surf lifesaving team, basic first aid and emergency care skills, surf awareness and surf rescue skills. This award is a compulsory requirement for members aged years. Participates completing their Surf Rescue Certificate are not required to complete; Chapter 5 Defibrillation and basic oxygen Chapter 7 Radio Operations Chapter 10 Carries and Supports To commence training for the Surf Rescue Certificate you must meet the following course prerequisite: be at least 13 years of age on the date of final assessment New SRC training schedule: Thursdays pm Fridays pm 15 Nov 16 Nov 22 Nov 23 Nov 29 Nov Revision Date# Thursday December 6 Mt Martha 6.30 pm pm Assessment Date Saturday December 8 Mt Martha 9.00 am pm Presentation Date* Friday December 14 Mt Martha 6.00pm # Revision is available for those who require it and is not a compulsory session. * Four quarter caps will be officially presented to successful candidates before Nippers. All SRC candidates will be required to have the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition Manual which must be picked up and paid for by participants prior to starting their course. Manuals will be available for purchase at Information / Welcome Evening Friday 2nd November from 6pm or on first day of SRC training. Cost of the manual is $32.00 Inc GST. There is also a learner guide which will need to be completed prior to assessment these will be supplied on the first day of the SRC training. Mandatory attendance for training sessions is expected for both Bronze medallion and SRC candidates.

33 AWARD DATES 2012 NOVEMBER Wednesday 14 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Frankston LSC 6.30pm Saturday 24 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Rosebud LSC 9.00am Saturday 24 Spinal Assessment New / Requal Rosebud LSC 12.00pm Sunday 25 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Point Leo SLSC 9.00am Friday 30 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Mornington LSC 6.30pm DECEMBER Saturday 8 SRC / Bronze New Assessment Only Mt Martha LSC 9.00am Wednesday 12 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Seaford LSC 6.30pm Sunday 16 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Pt Leo SLSC 9.00am Saturday 22 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Mt Martha LSC 9.00am Saturday 29 Bronze / SRC / IRB Requal Dromana Bay LSC 9.00am Saturday 29 Spinal New / Requal Dromana Bay LSC 12.00pm As per previous years compulsory online registration on the clubs website will be required for attendance at requals and new awards > Awards Registration All theory papers for BM / SRC / IRB requalification will have to be done online via LSV prior to attendance. IRB Driver IRB Crew Requalifying IRB awards will be as in previous years where evidence of 5 hours logged for driver and crew is to be shown otherwise a practical examination will be required. SPINAL and ARTC - If you hold an additional patrolling award (eg: Spinal Management or Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate), you are required to attend one of the designated Requal sessions for that award. Requalifying these awards at the same time as the Bronze will not be available this year.. Please contact Tim Harper or mmlsctraining@gmail.com if you have any questions

34 INFLATABLE RESCUE BOAT (IRB) The club has three fully operational IRB s. Generally only one boat is left assembled, ready to go in case of urgent need, the other two are easily accessible and can be assembled quickly if required. Patrols should try to rotate motors so that they are all used equally. General Boating rules apply to IRB s, except in rescue situations. These include: 5 knot speed limit within 50m of swimmers 5 knots within 50m of another vessel 5 knots within 200m of water s edge Power boat gives way to sail boats Remember to log your IRB hours so that they can be acknowledged for boating awards. There will be at least one IRB training weekend during the season for awards. There must always be a certified IRB Driver in the boat. Bronze Medallion holders gaining hours for IRB awards may serve as crew. PFD s [Life jackets] are to be worn when the IRB is used out of sight of the club. Motors need to be rinsed with fresh water after use. Boats need to be rinsed of salt and sand after Sunday Patrols, as sand build is like sandpaper on the soft hull. Fuel cells need to be removed and stored in the fuel cabinet. The IRB Log Book should be referred to at the start of a patrol to ensure that craft are not malfunctioning. The Log Book needs to be completed after patrol and any problems reported to the IRB Captain. Low fuel levels should also be reported. If anyone is interested in competing in IRB competitions in the off season, please let me know. Jon Myers IRB Captain

35 ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Currently Yamaha Rhino Must have ATV accreditation to drive ATV, if anybody doesn t have this and requires it please let me know and we ll organise a training night. Please don t drive ATV in the water it doesn t like it! After use and particularly if it does get wet from waves etc please hose it off with fresh water. Only carry two people in ATV at a time (including driver) and always wear seatbelts Drive in a responsible manner, hooning or speeding can result in somebody getting seriously hurt and us loosing the ATV for good it s a tool not a toy. Any problems please call the ATV Captain RESCUE WATER CRAFT (RWC) General Boating rules apply to RWC s, except in rescue situations. These include: 5 knot speed limit within 50m of swimmers 5 knots within 50m of another vessel 5 knots within 200m of water s edge Power boat give way to sail boats An RWC may only to be operated by a certified RWC driver or a person conducting RWC training (RWC Team members) People being towed on rescue sled must be over 16 years old and hold a current bronze medallion certificate. PFD s [Life jackets] are to be worn when the RWC. Pre and Post Operation checks need to be performed on ski and all associated equipment and log book filled in Please don t be a hoon on the RWC, people can be seriously hurt and then we could get our RWC taken off us it s a tool not a toy. The Log Book needs to be completed after use and any problems reported to the RWC Captain.. 0 Please contact Aaron Mynard regarding queries for ATV and RWC aaronmynard@hotmail.com or

36 EDUCATING CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN WATER SAFTEY

37 NIPPERS With over 400 Nippers it is almost impossible to comply with our legal responsibilities in respect to duty of care without significant parental support. In order to ensure that we provide the best possible program with the available resources all families who are participating in the Nippers program have been encouraged to join as an Active Family Membership. If there is insufficient commitment the program will have to be scaled back accordingly. All Nippers must be registered under a Family Membership with their parents/guardians. Note: all parents/guardians must obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) with BOTH Life Saving Victoria and Mount Martha Life Saving Club listed as your volunteer organisations before your Family Membership application can be accepted (and your child can participate in the Nippers program). For more information on WWCC and Information Sheet with instructions to update your existing WWCC or how to obtain a new WWCC to satisfy your membership requirements go to WWCC sub-heading under the Membership Registration tab at club website. AGE REQUIREMENTS The minimum age for children to participate in Nippers in Victoria is 5 years (U/6 up to maximum age of 13 years (U/14) on a season basis (age for season is determined as at midnight on 30th September at the commencement of that season). Birth certificates may be requested at time of registration. Each Nippers age group will have a maximum of 30 children. Nippers must stay in their relevant age groups of their age as at 30th September of current year. At Carnivals all Nippers must compete in the individual events in their own age group, but can go up one age group to make up teams in team events if required however priority is to compete for registered age group. JUNIOR (NIPPERS) PROGRAM The Junior (Nippers) Program was developed to equip children with the skills, confidence and knowledge to enjoy the beach environment safely. As well as beach and water awareness and surf sports, lifesaving develops essential life skills such as self confidence, reliability, resiliency and teamwork. The Nippers pathway teaches lessons and skills allowing them to continue in lifesaving and sport as they grow older. The program pathways learning towards the Surf Rescue Certificate which members can begin training towards from the age of 13 years

38 JUNIOR PRELIMINARY EVALUATION Many activities that will be completed by children as part of the junior activities will be conducted in the water. To ensure that all children have suitable swimming ability to allow them to participate in these activities, Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) has developed a Junior Preliminary Skills evaluation for each age group. All Nippers are required to participate in this preliminary evaluation, conducted by the club, prior to any junior water activity training or competition being undertaken. It includes a swim and a float which is progressively increased by age group. Preliminary Evaluation will normally occur during the month of October following completion of membership registration and must be completed before any water activity is undertaken. The intent of this is to conduct an evaluation of each junior member s own swimming and water survival ability for the information of the member, parent and age manager. Any child that does not meet the required evaluation level will not be able to be involved in any water based activities until such time as they do complete the preliminary skills evaluation competently. It does not preclude the child from becoming a member or participating in other Nipper beach activities. High Visibility Fluro Pink Lycra Vests We are committed to ensuring all surf sports events are run at the highest standard whilst ensuring the safety of competitor s remains paramount at all times. With this in mind we will be implementing an LSV policy requiring all competitors in senior and junior ocean-based lifesaving events held in Victoria to wear a Fluoro Pink High Visibility lycra competition vest, similar to a rash vest in singlet form. This policy also extends to training and using club equipment, as such all Nippers will be required to purchase and wear their individual vest in order to participate in the Nippers program (no exceptions). JUNIOR COMPETITION EVALUATION ( S BADGE) From the age of 8 (U/9) Nippers can begin to compete in inter-club competition. To ensure that all Nippers who wish to compete have the ability, strength and fitness standard, all Nippers must achieve the competition evaluation for their age group to be eligible to compete. The evaluation is based on the swim distances as set out in the Surf Sports Manual for that age group in the form of an open water swim. Age Managers will arrange for interested Nippers to complete Competition Evaluation prior to commencement of the Carnival season.

39 If your child wants to compete in carnivals during the season it will be a requirement that at least one parent/guardian holds accreditation (or working towards) as an Age Manager, Official, Water Safety or Coach to assist with Carnival events. It will not mean that you will be required at every Carnival but ensures that MMLSC has sufficient qualified members to fulfill Life Saving Victoria Carnival Official and Water Safety ratios to participants and that an Age Manager is available to effectively manage each age group competing. This is a Life Saving Victoria mandatory requirement and if not satisfied our Nippers cannot compete. No experience is required and MMLSC will provide training for all roles and pay the cost of any courses or awards. You may be required to purchase a training manual. Exception: if a family is attending carnivals for the first season they will not be required to complete above accreditation or assist at competing Carnival events to give them time to familiarise themselves with the Carnival workings. CARNIVALS Saturday 15th December 2012 Friday 4th January 2013 Saturday 19th January 2013 Saturday 2nd February 2013 Saturday 16th February 2013 Saturday 16th March 2013 Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th March 2013 Junior State Carnival #1 Jan Juc SLSC Junior State Carnival #2 Cosy Corner Junior State Carnival #3 Mt Martha LSC Junior State Carnival #4 TBC Junior Peninsula Regional Championships TBC Junior State Carnival #5 Bancoora SLSC Victorian Junior Championships Lorne SLSC FURTHER INFORMATION For more information on Nippers at Mount Martha Life Saving Club go to Nippers sub-heading under Members tab at club website. For summary of each of the Junior Development Awards go to For SLSA Junior (Preliminary & Competition) Skills Assessment Guideline go to Instructions & Forms (Nippers Information) under Membership Registration tab at club website. Nippers Preliminary Swim Evaluation venue and dates will be available at club website and communicated to members via monthly club newsletter, or SMS.

40 Age Group Preliminary Assessment Competition Skills Evaluation Junior Development Program Award (Pool or open water) (Surf/open water) Under 6 Nil (shallow water activities only) Not required (no competition) Surf Play One Under 7 Nil (shallow water activities only) Not required (no competition) Surf Play Two Under 8 25 metre swim (any stroke) 1 minute survival float Not required (no water competition, except for wade which takes place in waist deep water) Surf Aware One Under 9 25 metre swim (any stroke) 1 minute survival float 150m open water swim within 12 minutes Surf Aware Two Under metre swim (freestyle/front crawl) 1 1/2 minutes survival float 150m open water swim within 11 minutes Surf Safe One Under metre swim (freestyle/front crawl) 2 minutes survival float 288m open water swim within 12 minutes Surf Safe Two Under metre swim (freestyle/front crawl) 2 minutes survival float 288m open water swim within 10 minutes Surf Smart One Under metre swim (freestyle/front crawl) 3 minutes survival float 288m open water swim within 9 minutes Surf Smart Two Under metre swim (freestyle/front crawl within 5 minutes) 288m open water swim within 9 minutes Surf Rescue Certificate 3 minutes survival float Assessors Level 1 Coach, Level 1 Official, Training Officer (SRC/Bronze), Assessor (SRC/Bronze), Age Manager Notes Every junior member is expected to participate in this evaluation, conducted by the club, prior to any junior water activity training or competition being undertaken. Any child that does not meet the required evaluation level will require a higher level of supervision when involved in water based activities at the discretion of the club. Competition Skills Evaluation is mandatory for U12 U14 to compete in ANY event and U9 U11 for water events only (excluding wade) All junior members wishing to compete at the Victorian Junior Championships must complete the relevant Surf Education Award appropriate to their age group prior to close of entries Please Note: This is phase one of the competition qualification policy. In 2013/2014 all age groups (Under 8s excepted) will be required to have their competition skills evaluation to compete in any event (beach and water).

41 CODES OF CONDUCT PARENT S CODE Do not make an unwilling child participate in the activity Children should be involved in sport for their enjoyment, not yours Encourage children to play by the rules Encourage the effort being as important as the result Work towards improving skills and sportsmanship Do not yell or abuse a child for making a mistake Recognise and encourage good play or efforts Do not publicly question an age manager, coach or official s decision Recognise the efforts of volunteers CHILDREN S CODE Respect the rights, dignity and worth of others Be fair, considerate and honest in dealings with others Accept responsibility for your actions Work towards improving your skill and sportsmanship Play by the rules Do not publicly question an age manager, coach or official s decision Recognise the efforts of volunteers

42 SENIORS (14+) Over the past few seasons we have seen the Seniors Program grow into a well established and smooth running machine that has seen numerous kids enjoy the benefits of life saving and the social interaction that goes with it. This year s program will be a repeat of previous years with training nights remaining the same and the same suite of programs on offer. Once again we welcome back head coach Troy Cochrane who will coordinate both general training and board training. Troy will also be assisted by a host of dedicated coaches who will help keep the masses in control. If there s one thing the Seniors Program needs more of, it s parents who would like to get involved with coaching. Experience isn t necessary, just a willingness to get involved the rewards of helping these great kids is priceless! It s also worthy to note that Jamie Jack will head up the sprint coaching again this year and he has had a dedicated bunch of athletes training all winter. These sprint sessions on a Monday night are highly beneficial for anyone wishing to increase their running ability regardless of whether it s for life saving, athletics or team sport. Have a talk to Jamie and get involved, you won t be disappointed! A reminder to all Seniors participants that to compete you require 16 hours of patrol in the calendar year, you re also doing a great service for the club and even more importantly gaining a life saving award that may just help save a life it also looks great on your resume when applying for a job. Seniors Camp is scheduled for November 17 & 18 and will be held at Anglesea SLSC. The camp will consist of life saving training and team building exercises along with some free time to shop and surf. Aussies will be on the radar again for many of the Seniors again this season and the club will again be offering a points system (see below) to help subsidise the cost of travel and accommodation. Anyone who went last year will tell you what an amazing event this to attend and we re expecting to take an even bigger team in Points for the subsidy are accrued by attending training, patrolling, providing water safety or assisting at club events such as the MMAD swim. Keep mid April free and start saving it will be fantastic! We will also be looking to field a strong team at the State Championships so stay tuned for dates and accommodation details. Finally, this season will be all about having fun, staying fit and hanging out with great people. We will endeavour to cater for everybody s needs and provide a worthwhile program that we can all take positives away from. We ask everyone taking part to join in with a Can Do attitude and help ensure MMLSC remains a great place to spend a summer.

43 REWARDS PROGRAM Patrol Minimum 16 hours required (1 January to 31 December 2012) Additional patrol hours 1 point for each and every hour patrolled after 16 hours (1 January to 31 December 2012) MMAD Swim Assistance 8.00 am to pm Intersection collection Minimum 2 hours Junior Training Coaching, water safety (carnival), set-up activities Life Saving awards Obtain further awards i.e. ARC, IRB, First Aid, Spinal, etc. POINTS** points (maximum) (each time) 5 (each time) 10 (each one) Percentage of costs paid by MMLSC towards travel and accommodation Points earned Percentage of $ % % % % % ELIGIBILITY: Aged 14 to 24 years Competed at Victorian State Championships plus 2 other carnivals Minimum 50% attendance at senior training. **A maximum of 100 points can be earned in any one season

44 SENIOR CARNIVALS Date Venue Carnival Time Saturday, Dec 1 Torquay Summer Surf Series # am Sunday, Dec 16 Ocean Grove Summer Surf Series # am Sunday, Jan 6 Anglesea Summer Surf Series # am Sunday, Jan 13 Jan Juc Summer Surf Series # am Sunday, Feb 3 Pt Leo Summer Surf Series #5 (includes U13 and U14) 8.00 am Sunday, Feb 10 Lorne Summer Surf Series # am Sunday, Feb 24 Warrnambool Summer Surf Series #7 (includes U13 and U14) 8.00am Saturday, March 9 Sunday, March 10 Anglesea 2013 Victorian Lifesaving Championships 8.00 am April North Kirra & Tugan 2013 Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships 8.00 am AUSSIES The 2013 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships which attracts more that 11,000 competitors from across Australia will be held at North Kirra Beach. The heats of the boat events will be held at Tugun before moving to North Kirra for the finals. The 2013 event will be held from April

45 MASTERS Wednesday night is Masters training night. Attendees range in age from mid 20 s to 60 s though there are no formal age limits. All ranges of fitness and craft skills are catered for, from novices to elite competitors. All that is required is enthusiasm and a desire to improve fitness in an aquatic environment. Talk to any experienced club member for some perspective on what we do. Our activities include swimming, running on the sand, flags, ski s and mal paddling. Masters training continues to be more about participation than competition although we cater for the latter as well. Each year a number of Masters competitors take part in State, Australian and sometimes World championships and any qualified person is able to enter these events. Mount Martha Masters have won the last three Masters State Championships at Lorne and have done so as much through depth as through talent. The next Masters carnival is at Lorne on Saturday 9 February. A Masters vs Seniors challenge occurs each year and generates much friendly rivalry. This tradition will continue, at least until such time as the Masters win! All appropriate club members are welcome to attend next season each Wednesday night from 6-7:30pm from the start of daylight saving. If you like the idea of having a run on the sand, a paddle on or a swim in the sea, then come and give it a try! - all the while enjoying the supportive atmosphere provided by your peers. No prior craft skills are required though a willingness to get wet is expected. If you are considering coming along next season and would like to know more about what we do, contact Scott at sfifield@netspace.net.au

46 WORLD LIFESAVING CHAMPIONSHIPS Rescue 2012, the Lifesaving World Championships, is the largest international lifesaving sport competition in the world and in recent years has attracted between 3,000 and 4,000 competitors. Adelaide will host the event in November Fifteen masters lifesavers from Mt Martha will be heading over to compete in the ocean, beach and pool events and to official at this event. MOUNT MARTHA ICEBERGERS The Mt Martha LSC Icebergers have completed its sixth winter and continues to grow in both participants and support crew. At present there are 29 Icebergers. Congratulations to Collin Shugg and Rod Shaw who completed the 2012 winter challenge to join the Icebergers. The group met every Saturday and Sunday with swim times starting at 7am through to 8am and most mid-week mornings as well as afternoons with times varying depending on sunrise and sunset. All swims usually finished with a coffee and chat session at the local cafes. Swim times and distances vary depending on ability, weather, water temperature and the flow of the estuary with safety being paramount whenever open water swimming is undertaken. It is important that common sense rules and to stay well within your physical limits and capabilities. Aside from the regular weekly sessions there are also several one off and impromptu swims to keep the season interesting. The pre-christmas swim to Fisherman s Beach from the club followed by a pizza dinner is always popular event. These are usually organised by or text and you are more than welcome to have your name added to the list. One swim well worth adding to the calendar is the Lorne winter swim in July, which makes for a great weekend away as we join the Brighton Icebergers in a fun and challenging experience. The Iceberger group were involved in the following events and activities:- In May the annual Master Masters Golf Tournament organised by Paul Goldsmith was held at the Mt Martha Golf Course. The 2012 winner was David Verlinden. They assisted in raising well needed money for the Salvation Army 2012 Red Shield Appeal. They celebrated the beginning of the winter season in June with a dinner at South Beach Café where Iceberger Rookie certificates were presented to those willing to take up the 2012winter challenge. They assisted with water safty, RWC fort The Winter Lorne Pier to Pub with the Brighton Icebergers Kaye Jarrott 1 st female and Dave Unwin 1 st Male from Mt Martha Icebergers across the line.

47 They celebrated the end of the winter season in November with food and drinks at "Mr Curtis" in Mt Martha Iceberger certificates were presented to new icebereger swimmers and Iceberger of the Year presented to Kaye Jarrott. Their names were added to the Iceberger Honour Board and Rebecca B rown s framed bathers. In early December they successfully trialled the five-kilometre course that was introduced into the 2012 MMAD swim program organised with the help of Dr Melinda Kemp. Dave Verlinden took part in the Giants of the Bay a 42 kilometre corporate team swim event on March the 10 th and 11 th 2012 raising money for Autism Spectrum Disorder. In April 2012 we had a number of simmers represented the Mt Martha Icebergers in the Battle of the Bay against the Peninsula Pirates and the Brighton Icebergers at Brighton. The Icebergers are very fortunate to have Vanessa and Nick Wootton and Croft Wootton Construction and John Harvey of Polar Brickwork as sponsors. The Mt Martha group wishes to thank Grant and Bec Gibbs for their ongoing support from the outset of the icebergers, as they embark on a new adventure in Western Australia with their family. Please check the water before entering, and we look forward to the Rock nest swim in March You will be missed. If you are interested in taking up the 2013 winter challenge or you would like your name and mobile added to the swimmers and support crew list call David Verlinden on or verdel14@bigpond.com Or if you would like more information and/ or advice on Iceberger swimming you are welcome to call David Verlinden on or Jodie Shanahan on Remember. There is no such thing as a bad swim, some are just better than other swims. See you in the water.

48 PROVIDING A COMMUNITY VENUE FOR HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, PERSONAL FITNESS AND COMPETITION

49 MMAD 2013 A terrific event for our Mt Martha Life Saving club, the Mt Martha Australia Day Swim is a great way to celebrate Australia Day and provides great entertainment for the local community and the many visitors to our region. The MMAD Swim sees so many club members and friends volunteering their time to support our Life Saving Club and to assist with the success of our largest annual club event. The MMAD Swim remains as one of the most popular swim events in the Great Victorian Swim Series. The "Great Victorian Swim Series" is coordinated by Cousins Tours & Travel and is an ocean swim series for the thousands of recreational swimmers who take part in individual swims over summer. The aim of the series is to encourage more people to be active and take part in these great community events that help raise money for our surf life saving clubs. The MMAD Swim continues to grow in popularity each year, with swimmers travelling from all over Victoria to take their place in our great event. The 2012 MMAD Swim also saw an increase in team entries, from clubs and swimming groups, with further team entries encouraged again this year. The 2013 MMAD Swim event will consist of: 5 km Crazy Swim 1.2 km MMAD Swim 400m Novice Swim 200m Nipper Swim The option of the Crazy Combo for swimmers who wish to swim both the 5km and 1.2km swims will again be provided this year. The 5km swim was so successful last year that the number of participants has been increased in 2013 however limited places still remain so register early to avoid missing out! The MMAD Swim is supported by a fantastic group of local businesses who contribute to the swim s success. It is a terrific way to profile the MMLSC as an organisation of great strength within the community and is the largest single event held in Mt Martha annually. The water safety team bringing in the last swimmer is a very proud moment for our club. All club members are encouraged to support the swim on this day and the Nipper swim is also a highlight for our younger members as they work their way towards the senior event. Scott Norman 2013 MMAD Swim Director

50 MMAD SPONSORS 2012

51 CLUB FACILITIES We are continually upgrading our facilities to be a valuable community asset. The club is to be treated with respect at all times and everything must be cleaned and put away after use. The clubhouse is available to all members when open and club members are invited to use the BBQ s etc on a shared basis RULES AND CARE OF EQUIPMENT Your membership fee entitles you to use the club s facilities and equipment. Equipment can only be used during patrol times. Ask the patrol captain for permission to use the equipment. Competition boards are only to be used for supervised training and competition. Boards and skis should always be carried never dragged. Boards and skis should be washed, brought back to the clubhouse and put back on the racks- THEY SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT ON THE BEACH. It is the parent s responsibility to supervise children using the equipment. The equipment is to be used by Mt Martha LSC members only Damage should be reported immediately to the patrol captain. Club boards are now named, please match them with their appropriate covers (also named) before returning to the racks, PARKING Parking is available behind and adjacent to Mt Martha Village. To access the foreshore a mid-block crossing is available at the corner of The Esplanade and Watsons Road. The club advises that crossing opposite the Lifesaving club is dangerous and should be avoided. Minimal parking is available on the foreshore behind the lifesaving club. If the carpark is full please use the pedestrian lights and the new boardwalk and keep safe. ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL A beach wheel chair is available for use. Please seek assistance from a committee member. This equipment has been commissioned by the club to allow those with needs to access our facilities. Please refrain from using this equipment for fun as this will decrease the integrity of the equipment and it will be unavailable for those who need it most.

52 HIGHWAY COLLECTION Twice a year, in October and January, the Club holds a Highway Collection at the Nepean Highway/Tyabb Road intersection Mornington. This is one of the major fund raising events for the Club, with over $20,000 raised each year. Over a 100 members are needed for the day to make it the success it is and has been over the last five years. Any member over 16 years old can volunteer to come and rattle a tin for an hour or more. It s a great way to meet other members and be involved in a Club activity. The dates for this year s collection are Saturday, 20 th October 2012 & Saturday, 12 th January Vanessa Wootton If you would like to help please contact Vanessa on or mail@vanessawootton.com SOCIAL EVENTS AND DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Mt Martha Life Saving Club continues to be a very social and busy club. Season 2012/13 is proving to be no different. A few of our social functions include our annual Thank You night, this night is aimed at thanking our patrol members for their time and effort over the season together with acknowledging our sponsors for what they provide to our club. Mother s and Father's Day breakfasts, Open Mic nights wherein members and friends are welcome to come and share their musical talents. We will yet again be spoilt with fantastic Friday night dinners prepared by Ash and Pascal throughout the Nipper season. Before we know it the annual Christmas Party tickets will be on sale. This is one of the highest attendance events that the club hosts with over 300 members joining in the celebrations, we will be treated to a showcase of live on the upstairs deck, a disco downstairs and the ultimate highlight being the arrival of Santa. Add to this patrol dinners, the RWC team's annual dinner, the annual Iceberger presentation night, Nipper Presentation night, Masters celebration evening and the Seniors end of season break-up and we're still not finished! Check the club newsletter and website for upcoming dates.

53 BUILDING MAINTENANCE We are looking for any members who has a skill or trade to help out with mainteance of the club room. This will contribution towards active membership Plumbers Carpenters Electricians Refrigeration engineers (commercial) Painters Sign writers Concreters Landscapers Fencers Cabinetmakers Handy Man Register your name Phil Redburn on or philredburn@googl .com Working Bees Saturday 20 January 2013 Saturday 24 March 2013 FIRST AID ROOM The first aid room is to be maintained to the highest standard at all times. In the event of an emergency it needs to be accessible and clean at all times. Information regarding its upkeep is displayed on the first aid room notice board. Children and unauthorised persons are not permitted in this area. CANTEEN A canteen service is provided during nipper training on Friday nights from 5.30pm, for carnivals and the MMAD Swim. Also this year the canteen will be serving Breakfast on the first Sunday of the month, And meals on the first Wednesday for Masters and Thursday for Seniors. If you have nominated "canteen" as your voluntary assistance you will be rostered on for various times and dates. Please support the club by fulfilling this commitment; it is also a great way to get to know more club members.

54 BEACH BAR The club has a liquor licence which is run on a voluntary basis with a variety of drinks available at very reasonable prices. The Beach bar is open during the summer season on Friday nights after completion of nipper training. All members and their guests are welcome and non-members are required to sign the visitor s book. To help behind the bar you must have your Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate. Children are not permitted behind the bar when alcohol is being served, however they are welcome in all other areas of the club at this time. Alcohol is not permitted to be taken downstairs from the bar. MOUNT MARTHA LIFE SAVING CLUB LIQUOR LICENSE The Mount Martha Life Saving Club has a liquor licence that permits the Club to sell alcohol during specified times. The alcohol purchased must be consumed within the licensed area which is the entire upstairs area at the Clubhouse including the deck area. No alcohol purchased from the Mount Martha Life Saving Club can be consumed on the ground floor or on the beach; this is because our licence is on premises consumption of alcohol within our licensed area. MOUNT MARTHA LIFE SAVING CLUB GUESTS Members are able to bring guests to the licensed area of the Mount Martha Life Saving Club provided that each guest is signed into the guest book located in the bar area. This is a liquor license requirement as the Mount Martha Life Saving Club Liquor License is only for the sale of alcohol to members and guests. FRIDAY DINNERS After Friday night nippers training dinner is available upstairs at a very reasonable cost. This is a great way to socialise and relax on a Friday evening, meet new friends and have fun. Everyone is welcome, people wishing to have a meal are asked to come upstairs and pay at the beginning of the evening (preferably prior to 7pm). All diners are requested to clean up after themselves. HIRING POLICY Our club hiring policy has been updated and includes hire by school groups during the year for the purposes of life saving training and water safety awareness. During the non-patrol period of the year the club may be hired for private functions at the discretion of the committee.

55 MERCHANDISE Another season is here again, we again will be offering a great range of merchandise, new this season are adults summer shirts, to keep you cool but protected on those hot sunny days, Fluro pink rash vests, which are compulsory for any club member entering the water or using watercraft will be available to buy at $15 each once stock has arrived. Look forward to seeing you all on Friday nights at the merchandise room. BATHERS RASH VESTS ALEEDA COMP SINGLETS COMPETITION CAPS SILICON SWIM COMP CAPS ENGINE GOGGLES WINDCHEATERS Girls 1 Piece $48.00 Girls 2 Piece $52.00 Boys $30.00 Ladies 1 Piece $52.00 Ladies 2 Piece $54.00 Mens $30.00 Kids (Lime & Green) $38.00 Adult (Lime & Green) $43.00 Adult Ladies (Navy Only) $22.00 Adult Mens (Navy Only) $22.00 Adult Lycra Lime $30.00 One size fits all $10.00 One size fits all $12.00 Duchess $25.00 Weapon - Kids $22.00 Adults with hood & colour logo $52.00 Kids with hood and colour logo $40.00 Adults with ¾ zip and small logo $35.00 TRACK PANTS RUGBY TOPS ADULT TRAINING SHORTS NAVY POLAR FLEECE BEANIES BUCKET HATS Kids $55.00 Adults $60.00 S, M, L, XL $70.00 Kids $20.00 Adult $20.00 One size fits all $14.00 Adults and Kids $10.00

56 T SHIRTS SUMMER SHIRTS POLO SHIRTS LADIES/MENS CLUB POLOS REVERSIBLE VEST STUBBY HOLDERS NIPPER CARRY BAG PLASTIC DRINK BOTTLE NIPPERS STARTER PACK Adult Short Sleeve $15.00 Adult Long Sleeve $20.00 Summer Shirts $35.00 Short Sleeve Lime and navy $35.00 Adult Short Sleeve White Polo $22.00 Adult Long Sleeve White Polo $22.00 Adults $42.00 Club logo and colours $10.00 Calico Drawstring Duffle Bag $10.00 Drink Bottle $5.00 Club nipper cap, water bottle with logo and carry bag for all your Nippers gear $20.00 CLUB WIND JACKETS Club colours, dark blue with green lettering on back, knee length, longer on Nippers S M L XL $ Enquiries for merchandise can be directed to Maria Harvey on or at mariaballard66@hotmail.com

57 CLUB TRAINING TIMES Monday Sprint Training 5pm 6pm Tuesday Nippers Board Training 4.30pm 5.30pm Seniors Board Training 5.30pm 6.30pm Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Masters Training 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm Seniors Training 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm Nipper Training Under 6 to Under pm to 7.00 pm Nipper Training Under 10 to Under pm to 7.30 pm Swim, Paddle, Ski all members welcome 8.00 am Swim, Paddle, Ski all members welcome 8.00 am Other training sessions will be schedule throughout the season. Please check the newsletters and website for the latest information. WEBSITE - This MMLSC website is our tool to provide current information to our members and the online calendar provides up to date information of club events. This year we are looking to upgrade the site so keep an eye out for the new look and feel coming soon. The Club website is maintained by a wide variety of area managers. We welcome input to constantly improve this communication service and are open to members who would like to contribute or assist with editing of the content. Alternatively if you have any contributions for the website please them to Craig Hood at c.hood@sportingpulse.com CARNIVAL AND REQUALIFICATION REGISTRATION This season all competitors will be required to register and pay online. The online payment system charges a small processing fee (less than $1) for items under $27 so I will note that in the form so people can elect to purchase two or three carnivals at once to minimise the effect of the processing fee. Reminder to keep a check of club website Breaking News for updates on what is going on around the club, other events of interest, training updates and general information. Also a lot of important information for members and committee personnel comes to the club from Lifesaving Victoria in the form of a circular on the internet. For the convenience of our members we are posting these under the News tab LSV Circulars. Members can also access the SportingPulse Online system through the club website to register for Awards, register for Active Membership (Club Assistance), Carnival Registrations and prospective members can complete Nippers Pre-Registrations.

58 MMLSC BEACH NEWS The Mt Martha Beach News is published monthly and is available via the club website. During the year members will be notified via of the latest edition. If you are not receiving this information please use Lifesaving Online to check that your address is current. If your address details are current but you still do not receive notification please contact Club Administrator who will ensure that your details are included on the mailing list. SEASON KEY DATES Friday 2 nd November 2012 Nippers welcome / info evening 7 th 18 th November 2012 World Championships Friday 16 th November 2012 Weekend 17 th & 18 th November 2012 Friday 21 st December 2012 Saturday 22 nd December 2012 Nippers Training commences Seniors Camp at Anglesea SLSC Last Nippers Training pre-christmas Christmas Party Friday 11 th January 2013 Nippers Training resumes for 2013 Saturday 12 th January 2013 Highway Collection Saturday 19 th January 2013 MMLSC hosting Junior State Carnival #3 Sunday 20 th January 2013 Saturday 26 th January 2013 Saturday 9 th February 2013 Friday 1 st March 2013 Saturday 9 th & Sunday 10 th March 2013 (Labour Day Weekend) Mid-season Working Bee MMAD Swim Carnival Victorian Masters Championships - Lorne Last Nippers Training Victorian Seniors Lifesaving Championships Anglesea SLSC Saturday 23 rd & Sunday 24 th March 2013 Victorian Junior Lifesaving Championships Lorne SLSC Sunday 24 th March 2013 March/April End-season Working Bee Presentation Night April 15 th 21st Aussies 2013 Tuesday 21 st May 2013 Annual General Meeting

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