PATROL INFORMATION
Mornington SLSC is a member of Life Saving Victoria which is the state level organisation of Surf Life Saving Australia. As part of this organisation we undertake to patrol our beaches every weekend and public holiday with the exception of Xmas Day from November through to Easter.
All our patrol members are volunteers and as such we welcome and encourage new members to become patrol members.
All members aged between 13 – 14 years who wish to compete at Junior Carnivals must gain their Surf Rescue Certificate and become active patrolling members of the club. Those members who are aged 15 years and above who wish to compete at carnivals must gain their Bronze Medallion and also become active patrol members.
Of course, we do have many active patrolling members who do not compete at carnivals.
If you would like to know more, please contact our Club captain - Nicola Mackinnon or speak to one of our existing members about their experiences and what you can expect.
We have 5 Patrol groups each having their own Patrol captain and Vice.
Head to Team App and ask to join the Patrol group to find out the roster and which group you would prefer to join.
We have many courses running throughout the season to upskill - so reach out to Stew Lockie our Chief Instructor to discuss a pathway you are interested in following.
Stew - chiefinstructor@morningtonlsc.com.au
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)
Provides participants with the skills and knowledge to use oxygen resuscitation, bag value mask and suction equipment in an emergency.
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
