The PUASAR001 Perform Land Based Swiftwater and Floodwater Rescue and Recovery equips learners with skills to conduct land-based swiftwater and floodwater rescues and recoveries within a specialist team. Rescues involve extracting individuals from fast-flowing waters in environments like stormwater drains, canals, rivers, or creeks. Techniques include using appropriate rescue methods where responders are equipped to enter water safely. The training targets emergency service personnel who may undertake specific land-based rescue operations in swiftwater or floodwater scenarios under close supervision. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.
Entry requirements for the Perform Land Based Swiftwater and Floodwater Rescue and Recovery vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
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