STA LEVEL 2
FOR POOL EMERGENCY RESPONDER

COURSE INFORMATION

On completion of training, the learner will:

• Be able to understand health and safety legislation for the swimming pool environment

• Be able to understand Pool Safety Operating Procedures

• Be able to understand hazards, risks and control measures in a swimming pool environment

• Be able to understand the role and responsibilities of the Pool Emergency Responder

• Be able to perform a rescue using suitable rescue equipment

• Be able to perform a pool rescue

• Be able to rescue an unconscious casualty from the pool floor

• Be able to rescue a casualty suffering from a suspected spinal cord injury

• Be able to assess an incident Be able to manage an unconscious casualty who is breathing normally

• Be able to manage a casualty who is not breathing normally

• Be able to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking

• Be able to manage a casualty with external bleeding

• Be able to manage a casualty who is in shock Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury

• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints

• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries

• Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness

• Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with breathing related problems

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Mandatory Units

• Pool Emergency Responder

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ASSESSMENT

The qualification is assessed as set out below:

• Complete a worksheet questions, pass mark 100%

• Demonstrate the ability to carry out pool water rescues in a safe, effective & prompt manner

• Demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid skills