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NLS Waterpark Recert

Description:

The objective of the NLS Waterpark Precert clinic is to provide candidates an opportunity to review waterpark skills and knowledge and to provide education on new information before the start of the Recert clinic. Although not a requirement, the BC & Yukon Branch NLS Committee highly recommends that candidates attend an NLS Waterpark Precert to promote professional development and success.

*NOTE - 2012 NLS Waterpark Physical Standards

Starting in deep water, roll over an unconscious victim with a suspected spinal injury in deep water. Carry the victim 15 metres while maintaining immobilization and supporting the victim’s mouth and nose above the water.
Starting in the water, demonstrate a 15 metre head up approach to contact a distressed victim in deep water; carry the victim 10 metres supporting head and shoulders above water.

Prerequisites:

NLS Waterpark	Issued within past 7 years or have maintained another current NLS option
CPR C	Issued within 1 year or
First Aid Instructor	Issued within 3 years

Instructional Time:

The Precert clinic will be conducted in a format similar to the Recert clinic with an emphasis on learning and practice. A variety of Precert clinic times may be available (4, 12, or 16 hours). The Precert is not required, but highly recommended. The Recert session is a minimum of 4 hours.

Written Recert exam:

The Recert Clinic includes a written exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions:

• Pass ≥65% (33 – 50/50)
• Fail ≤ 64% (0 – 32/50)

Recognition:

A temporary certification card is issued on the last day of course to successful candidates that have shown all pre-requisites. A permanent Certification Card will be mailed within 60 days. Contact the Lifesaving Society if temporary card has expired and a permanent card is not received.

Currency:

Waterpark option is valid for two years from the date of certification or recertification. Candidates who have not recertified within seven years from their last certification date must attend a full NLS Waterpark course.

Please note that the Lifesaving Society does not grant extensions.

Evaluation and Other Items:

All NLS Waterpark items are evaluated.

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