SLST has been recognised as the Centre of Excellence for Flood & Swift Water Rescue for surf life saving across Australia, in recognition of the valuable support surf life saving volunteers can provide to Emergency Services as surge capacity in flood rescue response.
To increase our capability to provide support in flood and water events, SLST is seeking additional members (18yrs+) to join its team of volunteer responders.
Further details - Flood Rescue training and FAQ's
The title of the awards reflect the Team Types for flood response. Different team types respond at different phases of flooding – these are explained more during the course.
|
Team Type |
Description |
Capability |
|
B |
Swiftwater Boat Operator |
Technical water rescue: · Search operations within swift and flood water environment · Powerboat rescue operations · In-water operations |
|
C |
Swiftwater Rescue Technician |
Technical water rescue • Search operations within swift and flood water environment • Non-powered boat operations • In-water operations |
|
D plus (+) |
Flood Boat Operator |
Non-technical water rescue · Support flood operations in no flow to slow moving water (phase 3 flood) · Basic safety, search and evacuation only · IRB driver and crew qualification |
|
D |
Flood Rescue Responder |
Support flood operations (phase 3) · Support flood operations in no flow to slow moving water (phase 3 flood) · Bank-based and wading safety, search and evacuation |
|
E |
Water and Flood Awareness |
Support flood operation from a land capability for working prior or during flood events |
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