Rescue 3 Europe Water Incident Manager (MWFI)

RESCUE 3 EUROPE · DEFRA MODULE 5

Rescue 3 Europe Water Incident Manager (MWFI)

Management of Water and Flood Incidents is for officers and managers who plan for and command water and flood rescue operations, alone or as part of a multi-agency response.

DEFRA Module 5 Water Incident Manager
Single and multi-agency incidents
Includes on-river practical
Valid for 3 years
Awarding bodyRescue 3 Europe
DEFRAModule 5 – Water Incident Manager
Minimum age18
Certificate validity3 years

Who it's for

Command and management

For management and command personnel from emergency services, local authorities and industry who are responsible for responding to significant water rescue and flood incidents.

Command and management

Syllabus

From planning to response

The course bridges emergency planning and operational response.

  • Linking emergency planning to operational response
  • Managing single and multi-agency water and flood operations
  • Working within existing emergency management frameworks
From planning to response

Practical

Safe on the bank

An on-river practical gives managers the self-rescue skills to work safely in shore-based warm-zone positions during an incident.

Safe on the bank

Frequently asked questions

Can't see your question? Call 01823 214134 or email info@apex-mr.co.uk.

Do I need to be a water rescuer?
No technician qualification is required, but you will take part in an on-river practical, so you should be water confident.
How long is it valid?
3 years, recertified by completing the course again.
Can you run a course for our organisation?
Yes. We can run closed courses for teams and organisations – contact us or call 01823 214134 for a quote.

Ready to book?

Book a place online, or talk to us about private group training at your venue or our Taunton centre.