How do you get a Bronze Medallion?

To commence training for the Bronze Medallion you must: • be a financial member of an SLS club • be at least 15 years of age on the final assessment date • complete an unaided swim of 400 m in 8 minutes or less (goggles and masks permitted) in a swimming pool of not less than 25 m, or over a measured open water course …

Is it hard to get Bronze Medallion?

To qualify to do the Bronze Medallion you must be able to swim 400m under 9 minutes (or 8:45 at Bronte Surf Club). For some people, this can be challenging, especially if you have not been swimming regularly or if you are a self-taught swimmer.

How long does it take to get a Bronze Medallion?

A: The Pool Bronze is run by Royal Lifesaving Australia and is a two day course (14 contact hours) whereas the Bronze Medallion Course is over a 6 week period and amounts to approximately 40 contact hours.

What is the Bronze Medallion test?

The Bronze Medallion develops knowledge, judgement and skills in rescue, personal survival and emergency care and is awarded in recognition of the ability to perform aquatic rescues in a safe and efficient manner. The Bronze Medallion will test the candidate’s knowledge, fitness, skills and judgement.

How much does Bronze Medallion cost?

The cost for the Bronze Medallion course is $220 which includes a 1-year membership to Dee Why SLSC, along with all your training and course materials.

Do bronze medallions expire?

The Bronze Medallion is only valid for a 12 month period. If you proceed and obtain your Pool Lifeguard Licence, there is no need to renew your Bronze Medallion, however if you are using your Bronze Medallion as a vocational qualification, you will need to renew it every 12 months.

What are the 4 A’s of rescue?

Royal Life Saving encourages people who find themselves in a rescue situation to follow the 4 As of rescue:

• Awareness. Recognise an emergency and accept responsibility.
• Assessment. Make an informed judgement.
• Action. Develop a plan and affect the rescue.
• Aftercare. Give aid until medical help arrives.

How long does Bronze Cross last?

How often do Bronze Medallion, Bronze cross and NLS have to be recertified? All Lifesaving awards have to be recertified every two years from the date appearing on the certificate. If you continue your lifeguard training you do not have to recertify your Bronze Medallion or your Bronze Cross.

How often do you have to renew your Bronze Medallion?

every 12 months
The Bronze Medallion is only valid for a 12 month period. If you proceed and obtain your Pool Lifeguard Licence, there is no need to renew your Bronze Medallion, however if you are using your Bronze Medallion as a vocational qualification, you will need to renew it every 12 months.

What are the 4 steps of water rescue?

Water Rescue Methods

• Reach – Try to reach the victim with your arm or leg. If a pole or sturdy stick is available, try to use that to reach out to the victim and pull him to safety.
• Throw – Throw something to the victim.
• Row – Get a boat out to the victim.
• Go (with support) – Swim out to the victim to rescue him.

What is the best time to swim?

The afternoon is one of the most popular times to swim because the water is warm and most people have finished work or school for the day. Some advantages of afternoon swimming are as follows. The water is warmer: By the afternoon, outdoor water has had more time to warm in the sun, making it more comfortable to swim.

How much does bronze medallion cost?

Where can I get a bronze medallion in WA?

To find out more or to enrol into a Bronze Medallion training course in Perth or Western Australia please select your preferred training option from the list below: The Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medallion is recognised as the minimum standard for a qualified lifesaver.

What do you need to know about Bronze Medallion course?

The Bronze Medallion course requires participants to complete workbooks prior to the course commencement. The course aims to develop the level of judgement, technique and physical ability required to safely carry out water rescues and involves practical applications, assessments of CPR on manikins, as well as a theory exam.

Where can I get a royal life saving bronze medallion?

This Royal Life Saving, Bronze Medallion ® course is offered through ATC, we are a co-provider (RTO provider No. 31549) for this course on behalf of RLSSQ. The Royal Life Saving Bronze Medallion Award provides the minimum requirement for those persons wishing to provide supervision and integrated rescue responses in an aquatic environment.

Who is the publisher of the bronze medallion?

This Learner Guide has been produced by The Royal Life Saving Society Western Australia Inc. to aid participants in the course Bronze Medallion. This learner guide is not to be reproduced or copied without prior authorisation by Royal Life Saving Society Western Australia Inc. Copyright © 2013.