Unit Assessment Sheet Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Course Number 03738 Lead Trainer Name Course Type SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Date Assessor 1 Assessor 2 Signature Signature Unit FA01 - Adult Basic Life Support Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the basic skills and knowledge to administer adult basic life support # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Explain the aims of first aid Successful answering of verbal questioning: 1.2 Identify your roles and responsibilities as a first aider Preserve Life Prevent deterioration Promote recovery Successful answering of multi choice test or verbal questions to identify: Minimise the risk of infection to self and others Establish consent to provide first aid. Identify the first aid equipment that should be available in a workplace. Safe use of first aid equipment. Administer first aid Complete an accident report form. Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 1 of 17
1.3 Demonstrate how to complete a primary survey on an unconscious casualty Observation of successful primary survey on a simulated unconscious casualty, in line with the SLSGB First Aid Manual: 1.4 Demonstrate how to put an unconscious casualty in the recovery position 1.5 Demonstrate how to complete a secondary survey on an unconscious casualty Dangers Response Calling for help Airway Breathing Circulation Calling for emergency services or defibrillator Observed demonstration of putting an simulated unconscious casualty into the recovery position, in line with the SLSGB First Aid Manual: Explaining why it is important to place an unconscious casualty into the recovery position. Place an unresponsive casualty in the recovery position. Emptying pockets The recovery position process Methods to roll Manage a casualty who is in seizure. Observation of a successful secondary survey on an unconscious casualty, in line with the SLSGB First Aid Manual: 1.6 Demonstrate how to administer cardio pulmonary resuscitation on an adult casualty Conduct a successful head to toe survey. Identify the information to be collected when gathering a casualty history. Observed demonstration of CPR on an adult manakin, in line with the SLSGB First Aid Manual: Recognising the need to commence Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation with appropriate: Rate Breath and compression ratio: 30:2 Depth Reasons to stop CPR Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 2 of 17
1.7 Demonstrate how to monitor a casualty while waiting for emergency services to arrive Observed demonstration of how to monitor a casualty while waiting for the emergency services to arrive, in line with the SLSGB First Aid Manual: Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass What to check for; e.g. breathing rate/heart rate/colour/cyanosis/capillary refill Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 3 of 17
Unit FA02 - Aquatic First Aid Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate knowledge, skills and competence to undertake first aid and life support in an aquatic environment # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Explain the roles and responsibilities of a first aider 1.2 Assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency; 1.3 Administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious, but breathing (Including seizure) 1.4 Administer CPR for a casualty who is suspected to have suffered a drowning event Answering of verbal questioning to include: Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider. Describe how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others. Identify the need for establishing consent to provide first aid. Complete an accident report form. Identify the first aid equipment that should be available in a workplace. Describe the safe use of first aid equipment. Observation of scene assessment at a simulated emergency: Scene assessment Checking for dangers Conduct a scene survey. Conduct a primary survey of a casualty. Give examples of when to call for help. Appropriate procedures for managing the incident Observation of: Scene safety and assessment Turning a patient from prone to supine Opening the airway & check for signs of life The action for vomiting and blockages The recovery position and aftercare Actions for if casualty begins having a seizure Observation of CPR highlighting differences required for a suspected victim of drowning e.g. EAV priority considerations: On an adult On a child On a baby On a spinal casualty using 'jaw thrust' Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 4 of 17
1.5 Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking 1.6 Administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding 1.7 Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock 1.8 Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries 1.9 Administer first aid to a casualty with a range of injuries Observation of appropriate procedure completed for a choking scenario for: An adult A child A baby Observation of procedure for a bleed scenario, including: - Compression - Elevation - Indirect pressure Observation of procedure for shock scenario according to SLSGB First Aid Manual: - Warmth, rest, reassurance, further treatment, as appropriate Observation of simulated administration of first aid for 1 of each of the following: - small cuts, grazes and bruises - minor burns and scalds - small splinters - marine stings (including weaver and jelly fish stings) Observation of simulated first aid administration for injuries to: - bones, muscles and joints, including suspected spinal injuries and safe spinal injury carry principles used to evacuate a casualty from shallow water - chest injuries - burns and scalds - eye injuries - sudden poisoning; anaphylactic shock (including appropriate use of auto-injectors e.g. Epipen) Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 5 of 17
1.10 Recognise the presence of major illness and provide appropriate first aid (including heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, diabetes). Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass Observed demonstration of first aid administration to casualties with a variety of medical conditions, highlighting how you recognise the difference between each: - heart attack - stroke - epilepsy - asthma - diabetes - anaphylaxis - poisoning Administer first aid to a casualty suffering from major illnesses including: - heart Attack - stroke - epilepsy - asthma - diabetes - anaphylaxis - poisoning Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 6 of 17
Unit FA05 - Supplementary Oxygen Administration Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate how to safely administer oxygen to casualties # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Explain why we use oxygen Successful answering of verbal questioning: 1.2 Explain the indications for administering oxygen 1.3 Explain the contra-indications for administering oxygen 1.4 Demonstrate and explain the different ways to administer oxygen 1.5 Explain the documentation you need to keep a record of when administering oxygen 1.6 Explain the safety precautions to consider when administering oxygen Explain that it is essential for life Identify circumstances where it is a benefit Successful answering of verbal questioning: Identify airway obstruction Identify decreased/increased respiratory rate (less than 8, more than 30 per minute) Identify life threatening bleed Identify hypothermia/trauma Correctly use the V, P or U on AVPU scale Successful answering of verbal questioning: : Paraquat poisoning Very premature babies History of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder) Hyperventilation Observed demonstration: Administer to a breathing casualty using a therapy mask Create a seal Describe the oxygen cylinder Describe the different flow rates Successful answering of verbal questioning: Explain why you have used the oxygen Show the time of administration Hand over to emergency services Successful answering of verbal questioning: No smoking Combustible materials; grease, oil, petrol Turning on and off Storage; clean, dry environment Secured when not in use Transportation risks Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 7 of 17
Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass When to replace; ¾ full Warning notices in location of storage Comply with suppliers regulations Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 8 of 17
Unit LG01 - Foundation Surf Competence and Knowledge Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the underpinning knowledge and skills that are required to demonstrate competence in the surf # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Identify beach and surf based hazards 1.2 Identify beach and surf based flagged zones 1.3 Explain emergency procedures if in difficulty in the surf when swimming 1.4 Describe the characteristics of casualties in distress 1.5 Demonstrate a competent 400m open water swim Successful completion of LG1 Foundation Surf Competence and Knowledge Online Test or Beach Lifeguard Manual Question Sheets. Marked by Trainer prior to Assessment day, A As above As above Successful completion of LG1b Foundation Surf Competence and Knowledge short answer online Test or Beach Lifeguard Manual Question Sheets or Verbal explanation highlighting visual cues of distress or inability to self rescue from a situation. Marked by Trainer prior to Assessment day, A Observed 400m (approximate) open water swim evidencing appropriate wading and porpoising 1.6 Demonstrate 2 releases Observed demonstration of correct technique for 2 releases (in a pool or open water) from: - Front release - Rear Release - Leg and arm block In line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual. Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 9 of 17
1.7 Demonstrate a rescue of a conscious patient without equipment >25m 1.8 Demonstrate a surface dive of at least 1.8 metres, retrieving a simulated casualty from the bottom of the pool and then tow 25m to a place of safety 1.9 Demonstrate all hand signal communications Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass Observed demonstration, in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual: - Entering the water, effectively communicating for additional assistance - Approach; giving reassurance - Use of suitable tow - Return to shore, observing casualty Observed demonstration, in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual Observed demonstration of all hand signals: - From Beach to Sea - From Craft to Beach - From Sea to Beach Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 10 of 17
Unit LG02 - Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and competence that are required to work as an active Beach/Surf Lifeguard # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Explain the roles and responsibilities of a lifeguard 1.2 Identify key aspects of relevant statutory requirements and codes of practice within SLSGB Successful completion of LG2b Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Short Answer Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets Marked by Trainer prior to, A Successful completion of LG2 Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Online Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets 1.3 Explain the considerations for a lifeguards health, personal condition and safety Marked by Trainer prior to Assessment day, A Successful answering of LG2b Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Short Answer Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets 1.4 Explain the characteristics of the beach and operational environment Marked by Trainer prior to, A Successful answering of LG2b Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Short Answer Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets. (includes potential emergency situations that may occur and available resources at hand for the lifeguard) 1.5 Describe different Lifeguarding techniques and skills Marked by Trainer prior to, A Successful completion of LG2 Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Online Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets Marked by Trainer prior to, A Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 11 of 17
1.6 Describe surveillance methodology Successful completion of LG2b Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Short Answer Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets. includes areas of responsibility for surveillance, issues of fatigue, briefings and change over procedures 1.7 Demonstrate and explain different methods of Communication 1.8 Demonstrate appropriate communication that should be provided to the public regarding safety messages 1.9 Demonstrate appropriate management of a water based incident, whilst applying principles of dynamic risk assessment Marked by Trainer prior to, A Successful completion of LG2 Foundation Lifeguard Knowledge and Skills Online Questions or Lifeguard manual question sheets Marked by Trainer prior to, A Observed demonstration of successful communication to members of the public regarding safety messages (may be via scenario), in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual. Observed demonstration of management of a simulated water based incident scenario, in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual. whilst implementing principles of dynamic risk management: 1.10 State 5 after care questions for a conscious casualty Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass - Identify the risk - Evaluate risk - Treat the risk Observed demonstration of the 5 after care questions asked to a conscious simulated casualty after a simulated rescue, in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 12 of 17
Unit LG03 - Foundation Paddle Board Competence and Knowledge Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the underpinning skills, knowledge and competence to undertake rescues paddling a board # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Identify knowledge of personal safety points for the rescue board 1.2 Explain procedure if in difficulty, in surf, on craft 1.3 Demonstrate ability to negotiate waves in prone position 1.4 Demonstrate a left 360 degree turn and a right 360 degree turn beyond the wave area 1.5 Demonstrate ability to ride a wave to the shore 1.6 Complete a 400m board paddle from shore to beyond the break and return in contact with the craft 1.7 Demonstrate a rescue of a non-breathing casualty using a board 1.8 Demonstrate deep water EAV using a board Observed demonstration or completion of multi-choice test for personal safety points when rescue boarding. - What to consider when you fall off your board - When paddling out through surf - When riding back through surf - If a craft is being washed towards you in surf Successfully answer a verbal question on the procedures if in difficulty in surf, on craft Complete an observed demonstration of negotiating appropriate sized (approximately knee high) waves in the prone position Observed demonstration of a left 360 degree turn and a right 360 degree turn: - prone, seated, or lying Complete an observed demonstration of riding a wave to shore: prone or kneeling, in an appropriately controlled manner Complete an observed demonstration of a 400m board paddle from shore to beyond the break and return in contact with your craft Complete an observed demonstration of a board rescue of a non-breathing casualty in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Complete an observed demonstration of deep water EAV using a board in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 13 of 17
1.9 State 5 after questions asked to a concious casualty Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass Observed demonstration of the 5 after care questions asked to a conscious simulated casualty after a simulated rescue, in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 14 of 17
Unit LG04 - Foundation Rescue Tube Competence and Knowledge Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the underpinning skills, knowledge and competence to make a rescue using a rescue tube # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Explain the safety checks to be completed on a rescue tube 1.2 Demonstrate knowledge of personal safety points for using a rescue tube 1.3 Demonstrate how to enter the water with a rescue tube Verbal explanation of checks, in line with SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Observed demonstration of the personal safety points for using a rescue tube and the procedures of in difficulty in surf Observed demonstration during a competent run, swim, rescue of a simulated unconscious non-breathing casualty using a rescue tube in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual by: 1.4 Demonstrate how to approach a conscious casualty - Entering the water, effectively communicating for additional assistance - Using wading a dolphin dives as appropriate Observed demonstration during a competent run, swim, rescue of a simulated conscious casualty using a rescue tube in line with the SLSGB Lifeguard Manual by: - Approach; giving reassurance - Clip casualty into tube - Signal for assistance - Return to shore, observing casualty Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 15 of 17
1.5 Demonstrate how to approach an Observed demonstration during a competent run, unconscious non-breathing casualty swim, rescue of a simulated unconscious non-breathing casualty using a rescue tube: 1.6 Demonstrate deep water EAV using a rescue tube 1.7 Demonstrate a competent 200m swim back to shore with a casualty, protecting the casualty from breaking waves, as appropriate 1.8 Explain the considerations for rescuing a casualty from rocks with a rescue tube 1.9 State 5 after questions asked to a concious casualty Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass - Entering the water, effectively communicating for additional assistance - Approach; giving reassurance - Check breathing (EAV as appropriate) - Clip casualty into tube - Signal for assistance - Return to shore, observing casualty Observed demonstration during a simulated run, swim, rescue with deep water EAV Observed demonstration of a competent 200m swim back to shore with a casualty clipped into the tube, protecting the casualty from breaking waves, in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Successfully answer a verbal or written question on the considerations for rescuing a casualty from rocks with a rescue tube, in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Observed demonstration of the 5 after care questions asked to a conscious simulated casualty after a simulated rescue, in line with the SLSGB Beach Lifeguard Manual Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 16 of 17
Unit LG09a - Fitness requirements for a Surf Lifeguard Assessment Criteria Candidate Names Learning Outcome 1.X Demonstrate the fitness requirements needed to become a Surf Lifeguard # Definition Example Evidence 1.1 Demonstrate a 400m pool swim in a time no more than 7 minutes and 30 seconds. Observation of assessment criteria in a pool not less than 25 metres in length, using a front crawl stroke. (An ASA approved swim meet result or current qualified ASA swimming coach verified time, may be accepted. This is subject to SLSGB Trainer presenting verification of the Coaches Qualification certificate and the coaches signed statement of the swim time and/or an official ASA swim meet results list - demonstrated within up to 30 days prior to assessment date) 1.2 Demonstrate a 2 meter surface dive Observation of assessment criteria in a pool or ocean environment 1.3 Demonstrate a fitness test timed run of 200m over a measured course in 40 seconds or under 1.4 Demonstrate a fitness test Run 200m, Swim 200m, Run 200m in 8 minutes or under demonstrating competent wading, porposing and swimming. Overall Result Competent / Not Yet Competent / Partial Pass Observation of assessment criteria in a beach environment Observation of assessment criteria in a beach/open water environment Unit Assessment Sheet: Award: SLSGB Surf Lifeguard Page 17 of 17