Rookie lifeguard
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can select the most appropriate action to take when someone else is having an aquatic emergency.
Key learning points
- Move: different actions are performed to role play different casualty types in the water.
- Move: performing throws with buoyant objects requires accuracy and control.
- Think: a throwing rescue is the safest rescue you can perform.
- Feel: respect and maturity are required to perform emergency role play scenes.
- Connect: clear communication with the casualty is essential for safe rescue.
Keywords
Casualty - someone who is in trouble in the water
Reaching rescue - a rescue method where you use an object to reach out to a person who is in difficulty in the water
Throwing rescue - a rescue method where a buoyant object is thrown to a person who is in difficulty in the water
Common misconception
Strong swimmers don't get into difficulty in the water.
Even strong swimmers can get into difficulty in the water if cold, tired, unwell or injured.
Teacher tip
Get pupils to wear light clothing when performing rescues.
Equipment
large plastic balls; noodles; large bottles; clothing; bricks
Content guidance
Additional qualification required
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What colour flag means it is too dangerous to swim?
Q2.Which swimmer might need more support in a group survival situation?
Q3.What position is used to float if you fall into water?
Q4.What code tells us what to do when in, on or around water?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is it important that you do not enter the water when performing a rescue?
Q2.What should you do before performing a water rescue?
Q3.Which rescue type is higher risk?
Q4.What is important when reassuring a casualty in the water?
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