LS Revisions Update Heads up - The second phase of the revised NLS program is coming! 

The first phase has been launched and included changes to first aid and CPR. These changes have been incorporated into the NLS program and the instructors should be evaluating candidates on these changes.

The second phase includes new and revised test items based on the core competencies of an NLS Lifeguard: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. The new test items have been designed to challenge and enhance these competencies in each lifeguard.  Details on the second phase roll out will be posted here as they become available.

Please note: The second phase of the NLS revision is primarily fitness and has not rolled out. The new fitness items are not to be evaluated in full courses or recerts.  The new NLS Award Guide defining the fitness items has not been released and NLS instructors have not been updated to evaluate these items.

Check out the NEW PHYSICAL STANDARDS  to be rolled out with the second phase of revisions.

A great way to get fit and enhance your lifeguard skills  is to get involved with Lifeguard Competiion. UBC and Coquiltam are holding  competition training sessions for new and experienced guards/competetors. Try it, you will be back for more, it's addictive!

DB Perks Scholarship applications are due January 31, 2012.

On November 16th, 2011 the BC & Yukon Branch was presented with the Lieutenant Governor's Exceptional Contribution to Public Safety Award.

The British Columbia Safety Authority established the Lieutenant Governor's Awards for Public Safety in 2005 to honour outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to public safety. Award recipients are selected by the Lieutenant Governor's Public Safety Selection Committee, and are recognized for their exceptional leadership, achievements or innovation in the promotion of safety in BC.

The Lieutenant Governor's Awards for Public Safety are the province's highest honour, celebrating those who are making our communities and workplaces safer.