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For over 70 years the STA has been training swimming teachers and lifesavers both in the UK and in many other countries.

In the UK the courses are recognised by the relevant authorities, DFEE, Ofqual, HSE etc. During this year it is anticipated that over 10,000 candidates will progress through STA courses.

Title:	STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Pool Lifeguard	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[PL]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Pool Attendant	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[PA]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Poolside Helper	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[PH]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Pool Safety Award	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[SAT]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Pool Rescue Additional Units	» syllabus
Acronmy:	NaRS[PRADD]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Cross	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRSX	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Teacher/Examiner	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[T/E]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Teacher/Examiner Conversion	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[NT/E] Conversion	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Adrenaline Auto-Injection Module	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS(AA)	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Adrenaline Auto-Injection Tutor Module	» syllabus
Acronym:	AAITUTOR	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Bag-Valve-Mask Module	» syllabus
Acronym:	NARSBVM	Course Data Sheet
Ttile:	NaRS Advanced Resuscitation Teacher/Examiner	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[ARTE]	Course Data Sheet
Title:	NaRS Spinal Teacher/Examiner	» syllabus
Acronym:	NaRS[SPTE]	Course Data Sheet

STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Pool Lifeguard (NaRS[PL]) : Syllabus

Entry Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be able to swim 100 metres on their front and 100 metres on their back.
• Be able to swim 50 metres in 1 minute.
• Be able to surface dive and recover an object from the deepest part of the pool.
• Be 16 years of age, or older, at the time of the examination.
• Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.
• Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 36 hours; this includes the Aquatic Rescue Foundation Unit.

NaRS Pool Lifeguard Specification

The specification for the qualification is:

Theory Section

1. Complete the 5 enclosed worksheets to demonstrate a clear understanding of the pool safety operating procedures and how they relate to pool supervision covering the following topics:
   • The role and duties of a lifeguard.
   • The legislative background.
   • The swimming pool and specialist water features.
   • Pool safety operating procedures.
   • First Aid.
   • Resuscitation.
2. Satisfactorily completed 5 course MCQ's.
3. Complete a 30 question, multi-choice, examination paper (pass mark 22) with questions covering the above topics.

Rescue Section

With minimum additional clothing of a T Shirt and Shorts or Skirt demonstrate the ability to carry out the following safely and effectively:

1.  One of the following:
   • Using a reaching aid, rescue a casualty in difficulty 2 metres from the poolside.
   • Using a poolside rescue aid (rope, throw bag, torpedo buoy, lifebelt etc), rescue a casualty in difficulty 8 metres from the poolside.
   • Using a rescue aid wade 5 metres to rescue a non-swimmer just out of their depth and assist them out of the pool.
2. Swim 20 metres to a weak swimmer in difficulty and perform a 20 metre contact tow to safety and assist them out of the pool and provide aftercare. (The casualty should be of the equivalent weight and size to the rescuer). There is a time limit of 20 seconds to cover the first 20 metres.
3. Swim 5 metres to a casualty and tow 10 metres demonstrating a tow suitable for one of the following:
   • A non-swimmer.
   • An injured swimmer.
4. Swim 5 metres to recover a simulated body from the bottom of the deepest part of the pool (using a submersible dummy or manakin) On reaching the surface exchange the simulated body for a live simulated unresponsive casualty, tow to the side, start resuscitation simulating 5 rescue breaths and, with assistance land and place in the recovery position.
5. Swim 5 metres to a prone casualty in shallow water with a suspected spinal injury, turn the casualty who is breathing , take to safety, and support the casualty with the aid of assistance.
6. Swim 5 metres to a prone casualty in deep water with a suspected spinal injury, turn the casualty who is breathing, take to safety, and support the casualty with the aid of assistance.
7. Acting as a lifeguard, individually, or as part of a team, initiate the appropriate procedures, prevent and/or rescue and provide aftercare of 2 possible casualties from a previously unknown simulated emergency situation.

Resuscitation Section

1. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) turning a casualty.
2. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) checking the airway.
3. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) the action for vomiting.
4. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) the Secondary Survey.
5. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) the recovery position and aftercare.
6. Demonstrate using a live simulated unconscious casualty (not a manikin) the action for vomiting for a suspected spinal injury.
7. Demonstrate using a suitable manikin (moveable jaw) obtaining an airway on a suspected spinal injury casualty.
8. One of the following:
   • Using a facemask on a suitable manikin, demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a drowning casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
   • Using a suitable adult manikin, deomonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a cardiac arrested casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
9. One of the following:
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a child manikin including changing rescuers.
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a baby manikin including changing rescuers.

(Face shields or facemasks may be used)

Site-Specific Training

After completion of the NaRS[PL] course examination candidates will be able to seek employment as a Pool Lifeguard. To become competent in the role candidates must:

• Undertake induction and on-the-job training, under supervision, in the site-specific procedures of the employer, in accordance with the regulations of the employer.
• Complete the site-specific worksheets to the satisfaction of the pool management in respect of every pool at which the lifeguard operates.
• Undertake ongoing training.

NaRS Pool Lifeguard Assessment

The qualification is assessed as set out below; candidates must satisfy all of the following:

• Completion of the Portfolio to the satisfaction of the course tutor (Foundation and NaRS[PL]).
• Complete the Worksheets to the satisfaction of the tutor and examiner (Foundation and NaRS[PL]).
• Completing 5, 10 question multiple-choice examination papers during the course; each question is worth 1 mark. The pass mark is 7 per paper.
• Complete a 30 multiple-choice question paper (pass mark 22).
• Continual assessment by the tutor.
• Demonstrating the ability to carry out various defined rescue activities in a safe manner.

Re-validation

The NaRS[PL] qualification is valid for 2 years only and it is only valid for acting as a lifeguard whilst supervising a swimming pool. It is only valid at pools with a maximum water depth recorded on the face of the certificate. Re-validation is granted after successfully carrying out the requirements of the syllabus in force at the time. A re-validation fee is payable to the STA. Regular on-going training and practice is essential; the NaRS Record Sheet and Check Sheet are provided to record regular training.

Additional Units

As a part of the NaRS[PL] or NaRS[PA] programmes candidates may also undertake the following Additional Units:

• Unit 3 : Complete Spinal Management - Pool Environment
• Unit 4 : Supplementary Oxygen
• Unit 5 : Manual Suction
• Unit 6 : Wound Dressings, Slings and Fracture Support
• Unit 7 : Board Recovery for Non-Spinal Injuries

It is a requirement that the Additional Unit 3 : Complete Spinal Management - Pool Environment is undertaken and assessed when a course is being carried out for lifeguards at a specific pool that has a spinal board.

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 STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Pool Attendant (NaRS[PA]) : Syllabus

Entry Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be 16 years of age, or older, at the time of the examination.
• Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.
• Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 14 hours; this includes the Aquatic Rescue Foundation Unit.

 NaRS Pool Attendant Specification

The specification for the qualification is:

Theory Section

1. Complete worksheets to demonstrate a clear understanding of the pool safety operating procedures and how they relate to pool attending covering the following topics:
   • The role and duties of a pool attendant.
   • The legislative background.
   • The swimming pool.
   • Pool safety operating procedures.
   • First Aid.
   • Resuscitation.
2. Complete ARFU Element multiple-choice papers, the NaRS Unit 2 multiple-choice paper.
3. Complete a 25 question multiple-choice examination paper with questions covering the above topics.

Rescue Section

With minimum additional clothing of a T Shirt and Shorts or Skirt. demonstrate the ability to carry out the following safely and effectively:

1. One of the following:
   • Using a reaching aid, rescue a casualty in difficulty 2 metres from the poolside, or
   • Using a poolside rescue aid (rope, throw bag, torpedo buoy, lifebelt etc), rescue a casualty in difficulty 5 metres from the poolside, or
   • Using a reaching aid wade 5 metres to rescue a non-swimmer just out of their depth and assist them out of the pool.
2. One of the following:
   • Cover 5 metres in the deepest part of the pool to reach a weak swimmer in difficulty and perform a 5 metre contact tow to safety, or
   • Cover 5 metres in the deepest part of the pool to reach an injured swimmer and perform a 5 metre tow to safety.
3. Cover 5 metres to recover a simulated body from the bottom of the deepest part of the pool (using a submersible dummy or manikin). On reaching the surface exchange the simulated body for a live simulated unresponsive casualty, tow to the side, start resuscitation simulating 5 rescue breaths and, with assistance land and place in the recovery position.
4. Cover 5 metres to a prone casualty with a suspected spinal injury, turn the casualty who is breathing, take to safety and support the casualty with the aid of assistance; equipment may be used to aid supporting the casualty.
5. Acting as pool attendant, individually, or as part of a team, respond, rescue and provide aftercare of a casualty from a previously unknown simulated emergency situation. At the completion of the test give reasons for your actions.

Resuscitation Section

 Using a live simulated unconscious casualty demonstrate:

1. • Turning a casualty from prone to supine.
   • Opening the airway, and checking for signs of breathing.
   • The action for vomiting.
   • The recovery position and aftercare.
2. Using a suitable manikin demonstrate neutral alignment and the jaw thrust manoeuvre for a casualty with a suspected spinal injury.
3. One of the following:
   • Using a facemask on a suitable manikin, demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a drowning casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
   • Using a suitable adult manikin, demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a cardiac arrested casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
4. One of the following:
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a child manikin including changing rescuers.
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a baby manikin including changing rescuers. 

(Face shields or facemasks may be used) 

 Site-Specific Training

After completion of the NaRS[PA] course and examination, candidates will be able to seek employment as a Pool Attendant. To become competent in the role candidates must:

• Undertake induction and on-the-job training, under supervision, in the site-specific procedures of the employer, in accordance with the regulations of the employer.
• Complete the site-specific worksheets to the satisfaction of the pool management in respect of every pool at which the pool attendant operates.
• Undertake ongoing training.

NaRS Pool Attendant Assessment

The qualification is assessed as set out below; candidates must satisfy all of the following:

• Completion of the Portfolio to the satisfaction of the course tutor (Foundation and NaRS PA).
• Complete the Worksheets to the satisfaction of the tutor (Foundation and NaRS PA).
• Completing 4, 10 question multiple-choice examination papers during the course; each question is worth 1 mark. The pass mark is 7 per paper.
• Complete a 25 multiple-choice question paper (pass mark 18).
• Continual assessment by the tutor.
• Demonstrating the ability to carry out various defined rescue activities in a safe manner.
• Demonstrating CPR and the preparatory actions and aftercare.

Re-validation

The NaRS[PA] qualification is valid for 2 years only and it is only valid for acting as a responder whilst supervising a swimming pool. It is only valid at pools with a maximum water depth recorded on the face of the certificate. Re-validation is granted after successfully carrying out the requirements of the syllabus in force at the time. A re-validation fee is payable to the STA. Regular on-going training and practice is essential; the NaRS Record Sheet and Check Sheet are provided to record regular training.

Additional Units

As a part of the NaRS[PL] or NaRS[PA] programmes candidates may also undertake the following Additional Units:

• Unit 3 : Complete Spinal Management - Pool Environment
• Unit 4 : Supplementary Oxygen
• Unit 5 : Manual Suction
• Unit 6 : Wound Dressings, Slings and Fracture Support
• Unit 7 : Board Recovery for Non-Spinal Injuries

It is a requirement that the Additional Unit 3, Complete Spinal Management - Pool Environment, is undertaken and assessed when a course is being carried out for lifeguards at a specific pool that has a spinal board.

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 STA Certificate for the National Rescue Standard – Poolside Helper (NaRS[PH]) : Syllabus

Entry Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be 14 years of age, or older, at the time of the examination.
• Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.
• Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 13 hours; this includes the Aquatic Rescue Foundation Unit.  

 NaRS Poolside Helper Specification

The specification for the qualification is:

Theory Section

1. Complete worksheets to demonstrate a clear understanding of the pool safety operating procedures and how they relate to swimming teaching covering the following topics:
   • The legislative background.
   • The swimming pool.
   • Pool safety operating procedures.
   • First Aid.
   • Resuscitation.
2. Complete the ARFU Element multiple-choice papers, and the NaRS Unit 2 multiple-choice paper.

Rescue Section

 With minimum additional clothing of a T Shirt and Shorts or Skirt demonstrate the ability to carry out the following safely and effectively.

1. Swim 25 metres on your front using a recognised stroke (candidates who can not swim 25 metres must be able to demonstrate the ability to wade, and effect a rescuem in a pool with a depth no greater that 1 metre).
2. Either:
   • Using a reaching aid, resuce a casualty in difficulty 2 metres from the poolside, or
   • Using a poolside rescue aid (rope, throw bag, torpedo buoy, lifebelt etc), rescue a casualty in difficulty 8 metres from the poolside, or
   • Using a rescue aid wade 5 metres to rescue a non-swimmer just out of their depth and assist them out of the pool.
3. Either:
   • Cover 5 metres in the deepest part of the pool to reach a weak swimmer in difficulty and perform a 5 metre contact tow to safety, or
   • Cover 5 metres in the deepest part of the pool to reach an injured swimmer and perform a 5 metre tow to safety.
4. Cover 5 metres to recover a simulated body from the bottom of the deepest part of the pool (using a submersible dummy or manikin). On reaching the surface exchange the simulated body for live simulated unresponsive casualty, tow to the side start resuscitation simulating 5 rescue breaths and, with assistance land and place in the recovery position.
5. Cover 5 metres in shallow water to reach a casualty with a suspected spinal injury. Take the casualty to safety and support with assistance; buoyancy aids may be used.
6. While teaching a group of at least 4 pupils initiate the appropriate procedures, rescue and provide aftercare of one of your pupils froma  previously unknown simulated emergency situation. At the completion of the test give reasons for your actions.

Resuscitation Section

1. Using a live simulated unconscious casualty demonstrate:
   • Turning a casualty from prone to supine.
   • Opening the airway, and checking for signs of breathing.
   • The action for vomiting.
   • The recovery position and aftercare.
2. Using a suitable manikin demonstrate neutral alignment and the jaw thrust manoeuvre for a casualty with a suspected spinal injury.
3. One of the following:
   • Using a suitable adult manikin, demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a drowning casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
   • Using a suitable adult manikin, demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for a cardiac arrested casualty for 3 minutes including changing rescuers.
4. One of the following:
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a child manikin including changing rescuers.
   • Demonstrate CPR for 3 minutes on a baby manikin including changing rescuers.

(Face shields or face masks may be used).

 Site-Specific Training

After completion of the NaRS[PH] course and examination candidates will be able to provide lifesaving cover. To become competent in the role candidates must:

• Undertake induction and on-the-job training, under supervision, in the site-specific procedures of the employer, in accordance with the regulations of the employer.
• Complete the site-specific worksheets to the satisfaction of the pool management in respect of every pool at which the poolside helper operates.

NaRS Poolside Helper Assessment

The qualification is assessed as set out below; candidates must satisfy all of the following:

• Completion of the Portfolio to the satisfaction of the course tutor (Foundation and NaRS[PH]).
• Completion of the Worksheets to the satisfaction of the Tutor.
• Completing 4, 10 question multiple-choice examination papers during the course; each question is worth 1 mark. The pass mark is 7 per paper.
• Continual assessment by the Tutor.
• Demonstrate the ability to carry out various defined rescue activities in a safe manner.
• Demonstrate CPR and the preparatory actions and aftercare.

Re-validation

The NaRS[PH] qualification is valid for 2 years only and it is only valid for acting as a lifesaver whilst supervising a swimming lesson/coaching session. It is only valid at pools with a maximum water depth recorded on the face of the certificate. Re-validation is granted after successfully carrying out the requirements of the syllabus in force at the time. A re-validation fee is payable to the STA. Regular on-going training and practice is essential; the NaRS Record Sheet and Check Sheet are provided to record regular training.

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National Rescue Standard (NaRS) Pool Safety Award

What is the NaRS Pool Safety Award?

In response to the growing demand by school staff engaged in teaching or supervising swimming activities for better water safety in light of greater responsibility and liability, STA has, in close partnership with education professionals and consultation with representatives from the Association for Physical Education (AfPE) and the Department for Education and Skills (DfES), developed the new National Rescue Standard (NaRS) Pool Safety Award. The Award is a specialist, fit-for-purpose qualification designed specifically to equip primary and secondary school staff with a range of key skills to deal competently with poolside aquatic emergencies.

Award overview:

The NaRS Pool Safety Award is a comprehensive qualification providing core skills development in the following areas:

• Rescue techniques, including spinal injury and aquatic first aid
• Emergency procedures
• Pool hazards and risk assessments
• Operational duties and responsibilities
• Relevant legislation

Course:

The course duration is six hours. 

Features:

Candidates will be tutor-assessed as follows:

• Completion of the portfolio and pre–course worksheet
• Continual practical assessment by the course tutor:
  1. Demonstrating the ability to perform the various defined rescue activities in a safe manner
  2. Demonstrating CPR, preparatory actions and aftercare
• Completion of the end of course worksheet

Entry Requirements:

The main requirements for school staff are that candidates must:

• Be 14 years of age, or older, at the time of the examination;
• Be involved with either teaching, assisting or supervising school swimming or pool sessional activities

Benefits:

The NaRS Pool Safety Award will provide holders and employers with a number of immediate and long-term benefits:

• A specialist, nationally accredited qualification for school staff;
• Gives parents and guardians confidence that your school maintains the highest standards of care towards its students and staff;
• Enhances the professional development of school staff and enables staff to gain CPD points for attending and passing the course;
• Ability to be integrated into Graduate Teacher Training Programmes

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NaRS Pool Rescue Additional Units

As part of the NaRS Pool programme candidates may undertake the following Additional Units:

• Complete Spinal Management - Pool Environment.
• Supplementary Oxygen.
• Manual Suction.
• Wound Dressing, Slings and Fracture Support.

• Board Recovery for Non-Spinal Injuries.

Entry Requirments

• Hold a current Lifesaving certificate recognised by the STA.
• Pay the requisite course administration fee.
• Attend a course of instruction for the following amount of hours:
  • Complete Spinal Management (Pool Environment) - 6 hours.
  • Supplementary Oxygen - 2 hours.
  • Manual Suction - 2 hours.
  • Wound Dressing & Board Recovery - 2 hours.

Specification

Complete Spinal Management

At the end of the unit the candidate will be able to:

• Outline spinal anatomy and physiology.
• Outline recognition and management of suspected spinal injuries.
• State the methods of cervical collar application.
• State the components of a complete spinal care system.
• Outline the method of immobilising a suspected spinal injury.
• Demonstrate cervical collar application.
• Demonstrate spinal board application and extrication.

Supplementary Oxygen

At the end of the unit the candidate will be able to:

• State the benedits of using supplementary oxygen.
• State the storage proceures for oxygen equipment.
• State the fire procedures when oxygen equipment is stored at the facility.
• Demonstrate the application of supplementary oxygen to an unresponsive non breathing casualty.
• Working as part of a team, demonstrate the application of supplementary oxygen to an unresponsive non breathing casualty.

Manual Suction

At the end of the unit the candidate will be able to:

• State the procedure for using a manual suction unit.
• State the procedure for disposing of body fluids.
• Working as part of a team, demonstrate turning a casualty and clearing an airway using a manual suction unit.

Wound Dressing, Slings and Fracture Support

At the end of the unit the candidate will be able to:

• State the principles of wound dressing application.
• State the procedure for sling application.
• State the principles of fracture management.
• Demonstrate the application of a sterile adhesive dressing.
• Demonstrate the application of sterile dressing.
• Demonstrate the application of an eye pad.
• Demonstrate sling application.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage a fracture.

Board Recovery for Non-Spinal Injuries

At the end of the unit the candidate will be able to:

• Identify appropriate casualties for this technique.
• Complete the procedures for Board Recovery.
• State the recommended technique for large casualties and high freeboards.
• Working as part of a team, demonstrate the use of a backboard to remove a casualty from the water.

  Assessment

  • Complete the appropriate additional unit/s worksheet/s.
  • Continual assessment by the tutor.
  • Complete Spinal Management External Practical Assessment.

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  Revalidation

  The Pool Rescue Additional Units qualification is valid for 2 years only. Candidates must hold a valid Pool Rescue qualification.

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  NaRS Cross (NaRS X) : Syllabus 

  Evidence of Competence

  To achieve a NaRS Cross Award candidates must:

  • Attend a course of instruction.
  • Complete a worksheet to the satisfaction of the course tutor.
  • Complete a self test multiple-choice paper to the satisfaction of the course tutor.
  • Complete the requirements of the resuscitation section to the satisfaction of the course tutor.
  • Complete the water section to the satisfaction of the course tutor.

   

  Pre-requisites

  • Bronze Award - the candidate must be a competent swimmer.
  • Silver Awards - the candidate must hold the Bronze Award.

  • Gold Award - the candidate must hold a valid Silver Award and be 13 years of age or over on the day of the examination.

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  NaRS Cross Bronze Specification

  Theory Section

  Complete the worksheet and 10 multiple-choice questions to demonstrate a clear understanding of Water Safety, Rescue Procedures and Basic Life Suppot.

  Resuscitation Section

  Using a live simulated unconscious casualty demonstrate:

  1. Checking for Dangers.
  2. Assessing Responsiveness and calling for help.
  3. Turning a casualty from lying on their front to lying on their back.
  4. Opening the airway and checking for signs of normal breathing.
  5. The action for a vomiting casualty.
  6. The recovery position and aftercare.
  7. Explain how to phone for the Emergency Services.

  Water Section

  Minimum additional clothing: T Shirt and Shorts for the Survival and Rescue parts.

  1. Speed Swim - swim 100 metres with a time limit of 2 1/2 minutes.
  2. Personal Survival - swim 50 metres with an aid (kickboard, ball, canister, woggle, torpedo buoy) with a time limit of 2 minutes, demonstrate the HELP position for 1 minute and perform a feet first surface dive.
  3. Rescue Skills - demonstrate effectively the ability to carry out the following safely:
     • Using a reaching aid rescue a weak swimmer in difficulty 2 metres from the poolside.
     • Using a suitable throwing aid (throw rope, ball, canister) rescue a weak swimmer in dificulty 5 to 10 metres from the poolside.
     • Using a rescue aid wade out to rescue a weak swimmer in difficulty 5 metres from the poolside and escort 5 metres back to safety.
     • Taking a buoyant aid swim 20 metres to a weak swimmer in difficulty, throw them the aid and escort 20 metres back to safety.
     • Using any of the above skills rescue and provide aftercare of a weak swimmer in difficulty from a previously unknown simulated emergency situation. The weak swimmer may be up to 20 metres from the starting point, there is nobody to assist the rescuer.

   

   NaRS Cross Silver Specification

  Theory Section

  Complete the worksheet and 10 multiple-choice questions to demonstrate a clear understanding of Basic Life Support and airway obstruction.

  Resuscitation Section

  Using an adult resuscitation manikin demonstrate the initial assessment of an unresponsive non-breathing casualty. Continue to demonstrate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for 2 minute intervals.

  Water Section

  Minimum additional clothing: T Shirt and Shorts for the Survival and Rescue Parts.

  1. Speed Swim - swim 200 metres with a time limit of 5 minutes.
  2. Personal Survival - swim 100 metres with an aid (kickboard, ball, canister, woggle, torpedo buoy) with a time limit of 3 minutes, tread water for 1 minute and perform a head first surface dive.
  3. Rescue Skills - demonstrate effectively the ability to carry out the following safely:
     • With the use of rescue aids (throw rope, ball, canister, woggle, torpedo buoy) rescue a weak swimmer in difficulty 10 metres from the poolside and bring to safety, it is permissable to enter the water if required.
     • Taking a buoyant aid swim 15 metres to a non-swimmer, stand off, be prepared to take evasive action and perform a non-contact tow 15 metres back to safety, land and provide aftercare.
     • Taking a buoyant aid swim 20 metres to an injured swimmer and perform a 20 metre tow to safety, land and probide aftercare. The injury may be to the head, an arm, or a leg.
     • Taking a buoyant aid swim 10 metres to a face down unconscious casualty, bring to shallow water and discover the casualty is breathing, attract assistance and direct the team in landing and placing the casualty in the recovery position.

     • Using any of the skills from the Bronze and Silver Awards rescue and provide aftercare of a casualty in difficulty from a previous unknown simulated emergency situation. The casualty may be up to 20 metres from the starting point, there is unskilled assistnace if attracted by the rescuer.

   

  NaRS Cross Gold Specification

  Theory Section

  Complete the worksheet and a 20 question multiple-choice examination paper to demonstrate a clear understanding of Water Safety, Basic Life Support and First Aid.

  Resuscitation Section

  1. Using an adult resuscitation manikin demonstrate the initial assessment of an unresponsive non-breathing casualty. Continue to demonstrate Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for up to 3 minutes, including changing rescuers.
  2. Using a child resuscitation manikin demonstrate the initial assesment of an unresponsive non-breathing child. Continue to demonstrate Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for 3 minutes, including changing rescuers.

  Water Section

  Minimum additional clothing: T Shirt and Shorts for the Survival and Rescue Parts.

  1. Speed Swim - swim 300 metres with a time limit of 7 1/2 minutes.
  2. Personal Survival - swim 200 metres with an aid (kickboard, ball, canister, woggle, torpedo buoy) with a time limit of 6 minutes, tread water without the aid for 2 minutes and swim 5 metres underwater.
  3. Rescue Skills - demonstrate effectively the ability to carry out the following safely:
     • Approach a non-swimmer in difficulty in deep water 15 metres away, no rescue aids are available, demonstrate a release from an un-revealed grasp, rescue and return 15 metres back to safety, land and provide aftercare.
     • Swim 50 metres to a weak swimmer in deep water and perform a 50 metre contact tow back to safety, land and provide aftercare.
     • With the use of rescue aids swim 20 metres to rescue an injured swimmer and a weak swimmer in difficulty in deep water, return 20 metres back to safety, land and provide aftercare.
     • Swim 20 metres to rescue a face down unconscious casualty in deep water, on discovering the casualty is not breating simulate five rescue breaths while attracting assistance. Assist in a team landing and continue CPR on an appropriate manikin for two minutes.
     • Using any of the skills from the Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards rescue and provide aftercare of two casualties in difficulty from a previously unknown simulated emergency situation. The casualties may be up to 20 metres from the starting point; there is unskilled assistance if attracted by the rescuer.

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   NaRS Teacher/Examiner (NT/E]) : Syllabus

  Evidence Of Competence

  To be appointed as a Teacher/Examiner the candidate will need to satisfy the following:-

  Prerequisites for Teacher/Examiner Status:

  • Be a member of the Swimming Teachers' Association.
  • Possess either a NaRS PL, a NaRS PA, a NaRS PH, or a NaRS SAT all of which are awarded by the STA; or the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches, or the National Pool Lifegaurd Qualification both of which are awarded by the RLSS.
  • Successfully completed the STA Tutor Foundation Unit.
  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.

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  Full Course

  • Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 32 hours (this includes assessment).
  • Complete the Training Manual Portfolio.
  • Complete a 100 Multi-Choice Question Paper (pass mark 75).
  • Perform resuscitation on approved manikins following the current guidelines.
  • Demonstrate the ability to deliver a poolside lesson.
  • Demonstrate the ability to teach resuscitation.
  • Demonstrate the ability to deliver a theory topic.

  Following the successful completion of the course the candidate will become a probationary NaRS T/E for up to 12 months; the candidate is required to arrange the following within this time limit to achieve full status;

  1. Moderation of his/her first course by a NaRS Senior Tutor.
  2. Final Assessment of the course participants by a NaRS Senior Tutor.
  3. Shadow a fully qualified NaRS T/E while they perform an examination.
  4. Be assessed by a NaRS Senior Tutor while assessing an examination.

  The following courses are acceptable as the probationary NaRS T/E's first course/shadow/examination assessment:

  • NaRS – PL
  • NaRS – PA
  • NaRS – PH

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  Revalidation

  The NaRS T/E qualification is valid for 3 years only; revalidation is granted after successfully complying with the requirements in force at the time.

  The present requirements are:

  • To be a member of the association.
  • Teach or examine at least one course every year.
  • To keep up to date with current requirements and developments by regularly visiting the Tutor's Community Forum and reading the Swim & Save magazine and personal correspondence sent by STA.
  • Attend update and refresher courses when required.
  • To be moderated teaching during the 3 year period.
  • To be moderated examining during the 3 year period.
  • To hold a current rescue award; the following are acceptable – NaRS PL, PA, PH or SAT, or the RLSS NPLQ or NRASTC.

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  Important Notice

  All appointments by the Swimming Teachers’ Association as Tutor, Teacher or Examiner are subject to suspension or withdrawal.

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  NaRS Teacher/Examiner Conversion Procedure

  Distance Learning

  Experienced RLSS TAs can convert to the NaRS Pool TE programme by:

  • Becoming a member of the STA.
  • Holding a current rescue award & RLSS Pool TA Card of Authority.
  • Completing the STA APL Form.
  • Completing the paperwork part of the new tutor foundation module (free download or £20 for a hard copy).
  • Reading the NaRS TE manual (available from STA at £25).

  • Being moderated/assessed during their first course (moderation fee £95).

   Or a One-day Conversion Course:

   

  Time	Classroom or Pool	Topic
  15 min	C	Introduction and Administration
  15 min	C	Icebreaker
  15 min	C	STA Corporate Presentation
  15 min	C	NaRS Programmes
  30 min	C	Summary of STA Tutor Foundation Unit and worksheet completion
  30 min	C	NaRS Pool Programme T/E Manual
  30 min	C	NaRS Pool Lifeguard teaching and examining
  25 min	P	Working with Torpedo Buoys
  25 min	P	Head Splint Support
  25 min	P	Simulated Emergency Situations, teaching and examining

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  Syllabus: NaRS Adrenaline Auto-Injection Module

  Aims and Objectives

  The NaRS Adrenaline Auto-Injection Module (NaRS AA) is specifically for qualified First Aiders and Pool Rescuers to assist know clients that suffer from a history of anaphylactic reactions and have been prescribed by a GP with their own Adrenaline Auto-Injector.

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  Entry Requirements

  Candidates must:

  • Hold an in-date NaRS First Aid or Pool Rescue Qualification or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA.
  • Pay the requisite fee to the STA.
  • Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 2 hours.
  • Satisfactorily complete the requirements of this module.

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  Assessment

  • Completion of the portfolio and worksheet to the satisfaction of the course tutor.
  • Continual assessment by the tutor.
  • Demonstrating the ability to carry out various anaphylactic scenarios in a safe manner.

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  Re-validation

  The Auto-Injection Module is valid for 2 years only.

  Re-validation is granted after successfully carrying out the requirements of the syllabus in force at the time. A re-validation fee is payable to the STA. Regular on-going training and practise is essential.

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  Syllabus: NaRS Adrenaline Auto-Injection Tutor Module

  Aims

  To produce Tutors who are able to train and assess the appropriate level of competence of the Adrenaline Auto-Injection Module.

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  Objectives

  • To be familiar with the Adrenaline Auto-Injection Module leaflet.
  • To be familiar with the course programme.
  • To appreciate the appropriate level required for competence.
  • To be familiar with course administration procedures.
  • To undertake the end user course.
  • To demonstrate an understanding of practical and theoretical aspects of the end user course.

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  Assessment

  To be appointed as a tutor the candidate will need to satisfy the following:

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Be a member of the Swimming Teachers' Association.
  • Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.
  • Attend a course of instruction.
  • Complete the Training Manual.
  • Demonstrate the ability to deliver a theory topic.
  • Demonstrate the ability to deliver an exercise.
  • Satisfactorily complete the 25 question multiple-choice paper (pass mark 18).
  • Satisfactorily take an active part in the group exercises.

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  Re-validation

  The STA Adrenaline Auto-Injection Tutor qualification is valid for 3 years only; revalidation is granted after successfully complying with the requirements in force at the time.

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  Syllabus: NaRS Bag-Valve-Mask Module

  Aims and Objectives

  This module provides the underpinning knowledge for a currently qualified NaRS First Aider or Pool lifeguard/Rescuer (or the holder of an acceptable current equivalent) to use a bag-valve-mask resuscitation system as part of a team responding to a casualty requiring resuscitation.

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  Entry Requirements

  Candidates must:

  • Hold an in-date NaRS First Aid or Pool Rescue Qualification or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA.
  • Pay the requisite registration fee to the STA.
  • Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 2 hours.
  • Satisfactorily complete the requirements of this Module; the Module Specification is on page 2 .

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  Assessment

  The qualification is tutor assessed; candidates must satisfy the following:

  • Complete the Module Worksheet
  • Complete the practical skills assessment

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  Re-validation

  The NaRS (BVM) is valid for 2 years; re-validation is granted after successfully carrying out the requirements of the syllabus in force at the time. A re-validation fee is payable to the STA.

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  Qualification Specification

  1. Theory Section

  Complete the worksheet to demonstrate a clear understanding of bag-valve-mask resuscitation.

  2. Practical Section

  To be successful in the NaRS (BVM) practical assessment the candidates will need to demonstrate the ability to carry out the following safely and effectively.

  The following guidance notes refer to the specification reference number:

  2a) Setting up and testing the BVM prior to use
  The candidate must perform a visual inspection, prepare the equipment, perform a pre-operative functional test; prepare and fit an appropriate mask; fit an oxygen reservoir and connect to an oxygen cylinder; turn on the oxygen and adjust to the required flow rate; confirm gas flow and prime the bag for casualty use.

  2b) Using the mask with a jaw thrust technique, showing airway maintenance and an adequate seal
  The candidate will work as part of a team controlling the application of the mask, providing an adequate seal and neck extension to facilitate ventilations when required during the delivery of BLS

  2c) Using the primary bag to deliver ventilations as required for the appropriate BLS sequence
  The candidate will work as part of a team controlling delivery of ventilations by squeezing the primary bag when required during the delivery of BLS

  2d) Performing chest compressions as required for the appropriate BLS sequence
  The candidate will work as part of a team providing chest compressions at the appropriate rate, ratio, depth and position when required during the delivery of BLS

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  NaRS Advanced Resuscitation Teacher/Examiner (ADVRESUS): Syllabus

  Evidence of Competence

  To be appointed as an Advanced Resuscitation Teacher/Examiner the candidate will need to satisfy the following:

  Prerequisites

  • Be a member of the Swimming Teachers Association.
  • Hold an in-date NaRS Teacher/Examiner Qualification, or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA, or currently participating in a course to achieve this status.
  • Hold an in-date NaRS First Aid or Pool Rescue Qualification or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA.
  • Successfully complete the STA Tutor Foundation Unit.
  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Pay the requisite fee to the STA. 

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  To be appointed as a NaRS AR Teacher/Examiner the candidate will:

  • Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 6 hours.
  • Complete the Training Manual Portfolio.
  • Complete a 25 question multi-choice examination paper (pass mark 18).
  • Perform advanced resuscitation skills on approved manikins using AED, BVM, oxygen and manual suction.
  • Demonstrate the ability to teach advanced resuscitation skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to assess advanced resuscitation skills.

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  Revalidation

  The NaRS AR T/E qualification is valid for 3 years only; revalidation is granted after successfully complying with the requirements in force at the time. The present requirements are:

  • To be a member of the association.
  • Teach and tutor assess at least one course every year.
  • To keep up to date with current requirments and developments by regularly visiting the SDTA Tutor Community Forum on the website: http://www.stacommunity.co.uk/smf/index.php4; reading the Swim & Save magazine and personal correspondence sent by the STA.
  • Attend update and refresher courses when required.
  • To be moderated teaching during the 3 year period.
  • To hold a current first aid or pool rescue award 

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  Syllabus

  At the end of this Unit the candidate will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate advanced resuscitation skills.
  2. Demonstrate the Four Part Stage approach to teaching resuscitation.
  3. Explain the assessment criteria for the advanced resuscitation skills.
  4. Demonstrate assessing skills.

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  Important Notice

  All appointments by the Swimming Teachers Association as Tutor, Teacher or Examiner are subject to suspension or withdrawal.

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  NaRS Spinal Teacher/Examiner (SPT/E): Syllabus

  Evidence of Competence

  To be appointed as a Spinal Teacher/Examiner the candidate will need to satisfy the following:

  Prerequisites

  • Be a member of the Swimming Teachers Association.
  • Hold an in-date NaRS Teacher/Examiner Qualification, or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA, or currently participating in a course to achieve this status.
  • Hold an in-date NaRS First Aid or Pool Rescue Qualification or a similar nationally recognised qualification recognised by the STA.
  • Successfully complete the STA Tutor Foundation Unit.
  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Pay the requisite fee to the STA.

   

  To be appointed as a NaRS Spinal Teacher/Examiner the candidate will:

  • Attend a course of instruction for a minimum of 8 hours.
  • Complete the Training Manual Portfolio.
  • Complete a 25 question multi-choice examination paper (pass mark 18).
  • Demonstrate the ability to teach spinal management skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to assess spinal management skills.

  • Demonstrate Spinal Management skills in a pool environment as part of a team.

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  Revalidation

  The NaRS SP T/E qualification is valid for 3 years only; revalidation is granted after successfully complying with the requirements in force at the time. The present requirements are:

  • To be a member of the association.
  • Teach and tutor assess at least one course every year.
  • To keep up to date with current requirments and developments by regularly visiting the SDTA Tutor Community Forum on the website: http://www.stacommunity.co.uk/smf/index.php4; reading the Swim & Save magazine and personal correspondence sent by the STA.
  • Attend update and refresher courses when required.
  • To be moderated teaching during the 3 year period.
  • To hold a current first aid or pool rescue award.

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  Syllabus

  At the end of this Unit the candidate will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate spinal management skills.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach spinal management.
  3. Explain the assessment criteria for the spinal management skills.
  4. Demonstrate examining skills.

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  Important Notice

  All appointments by the Swimming Teachers Association as Tutor, Teacher or Examiner are subject to suspension or withdrawal.

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