RESCUE 3 EUROPE · DEFRA MODULE 1 · 1 DAY
Rescue 3 Europe Water and Flood Awareness (AW)
A one-day course (6 hours) for anyone who works near water or flood environments, including people supporting rescue operations from the bank. Learn the hazards and how to help safely from dry land.
Who it's for
Working near water and floods
For people who work at the water's edge or in support roles at water and flood incidents, such as local authority and Environment Agency staff, utility workers, event safety teams, police officers, and search team members who will not enter the water.
Syllabus
What's covered
Understanding the dangers and how to act without putting yourself at risk.
- Rescue 3 philosophy and the rescue priorities
- River hydrology, hazards and floodwater dynamics
- Personal and team equipment
- Risk assessment, pre-planning and site control
- Incident management at water and flood incidents
- Medical and decontamination considerations
- Dry-land conditional rescues: talk, reach and throw, including throw bag practice
Training a team? We can run this course privately at your venue or ours.
Next step
Progress to First Responder
Need to wade or enter the water in a support role? Swiftwater and Flood First Responder builds on AW with in-water skills.
Accreditation
Rescue 3 Europe Training Provider
Apex Medical & Rescue is an approved Rescue 3 Europe Training Provider. Our courses follow Rescue 3 Europe standards, and successful students receive a Rescue 3 Europe certificate. Find out more about Rescue 3 Europe and its courses at rescue3europe.com, or see our listing in the Rescue 3 Europe training provider directory.
Frequently asked questions
Can't see your question? Call 01823 214134 or email info@apex-mr.co.uk.
Do I go in the water?
Are there any entry requirements?
Where are courses held?
Can you run a course for our organisation?
Ready to book?
Book a place online, or talk to us about private group training at your venue or our Taunton centre.