- Understand the role of a lifesaver and risks involved - Demonstrate an understanding of risk and how to
minimise risk
minimise risk
The Role of the Lifesaver
PREVENTION
Prevention is one of the key areas in lifesaving,
It is a better option to prevent something happening than allowing it to happen which could result in a more serious outcome.
It is a better option to prevent something happening than allowing it to happen which could result in a more serious outcome.
Managing risk is an important part of prevention, RISK ASSESSMENTS are a necessary part in reducing the amount of risk. Risk can be reduced in the following ways
- Eliminate
- Substitute
- Isolate
- Engineer
- PPE
Look a the following risk assessment of a proposed soccer game. What can we do to reduce the risk of an incident occurring ?
WORKBOOK TASK:
Individually complete a risk assessment for a lifesaver on patrol, a template will be given to you for to stick in your book.
Individually complete a risk assessment for a lifesaver on patrol, a template will be given to you for to stick in your book.