LIFE SAVING @ MORNINGTON LSC
Mornington LSC is a member of Life Saving Victoria, the state-level organisation of Surf Life Saving Australia.
As part of this organisation, we patrol our beaches every weekend and public holiday from November through to Easter, with the exception of Christmas Day.
All of our patrol members are volunteers, and we warmly welcome and encourage new members to join our patrol team.
Members aged 13–14 who wish to compete in junior carnivals must obtain their Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) and become active patrolling members of the club. Members aged 15 and above who wish to compete at carnivals must obtain their Bronze Medallion and also become active patrol members.
Of course, many of our active patrolling members choose not to compete in carnivals.
NIPPERS
The NIPPER program is open to all kids aged
5 to 13.
This is a wonderful program that teaches water safety, being part of a team, surf awareness, making new friends, while having loads of fun.
YOUTH/SENIORS
(Competition)
Any Youth/Senior Member - u14 - open who is a financial member, holds the SRC or Bronze Medallion with the required patrol hours -is able to compete in Seniors competition.
YOUTH/SENIORS
(non-competing)
Any Youth/Senior Member - u14 - open who is a financial member who would like to train casually, keep fit while making friends and learning new skills. You are welcome to complete any awards (while still not competing). You will be required to patrol.
MASTERS
Any member who is financial for the season, holds their Bronze Medallion, has the required patrol hours - is able to compete in Masters competitions according to age.
Pathways in Life Saving - after Nippers
LSV volunteer members have the opportunity to achieve a range of awards and qualifications, thanks to the dedication and commitment of the Volunteer Trainer and Assessor network. These courses are designed to support members in their introduction to lifesaving and support their development in their specific areas of interest.
Many of the courses have pre-requisites. Please refer to the Volunteer Training Handbook for further information. A number of awards include Nationally Recognised Units of Competence.
SRC - SURF RESCUE CERTIFICATE
This course provides participants with skills and knowledge of surf awareness, aquatic rescue operations and resuscitation in order to participate in lifesaving operations and act in the role of Water Safety Personnel.
We will hold this course at the club for the U14 age group.
Some kids will be able to complete their SRC in U13's due to when their birthdate is.
Next course : Check Team App information
BRONZE MEDALLION
The Bronze Medallion course provides participants with the skills and knowledge in order to be able to participate in Surf Life Saving patrol operations. This is the core award to be a surf lifesaver in Australia.
We will hold this course at the club for the U15 age group.
Age requirement is to be at least 15 years of age on the final assessment date
Next course : Check Team App information
FIRST AID
This course will equip candidates to act quickly and confidently in an emergency situation. The course focus includes casualty assessment, one and two person CPR, choking, situation management and emergency services communication.
Next course : Check Team App information
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques (ART)
The aim of this course is to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and application of oxygen, airway management devices, and automated external defibrillators during resuscitation, and to administer oxygen to conscious and unconscious breathing casualties.
Pre-requisites
Minimum 15 years old on the day of final assessment Current First Aid (FA)
Next course : Check Team App information
Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew (IRBC)
Provides participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively crew an IRB in rescue operations.
Pre-requisites:
Minimum 15 years old on the day of final assessment Current Bronze Medallion
Next course : Check Team App information
Inflatable Rescue Boat Driver (IRBD)
Provides participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively drive an Inflatable Rescue Boat in rescue operations.
Pre-requisites:
Minimum 17 years old on the day of final assessment Current Bronze Medallion
Current Victorian Marine License
Current Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew (IRBC)
Next course : Check Team App information
Any questions please contact Stewart Lockie our Chief Instructor chiefinstructor@morningtonlsc.com.au