Free ISLA professional lifeguard training gains ground in Phuket

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Free ISLA professional lifeguard training gains ground in Phuket

Premkamon Ketsara

 

More than 70 men and women are learning essential life-saving skills at the ISLA free lifeguard training being held at Surin and Bang Tao beaches. Photo: Premkamon Ketsara

 

PHUKET: More than 70 male and female participants are taking part in the three-day lifeguard training course held by the International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) simultaneously at Surin and Bang Tao beaches, which concludes tomorrow (Nov 22).

 

“This project [in Phuket] is the 49th humanitarian project in close to 20 countries around the world, and the first time we have done this in Thailand,” ISLA President Henry Reyes told The Phuket News’ sister publication Khao Phuket yesterday (Nov 20).

 

“There are 70 participants in this project, which includes lifeguards from various hotels, surfers and other interested parties. There are volunteer trainers from all over the world including the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, Costa Rica.

 

Full story: https://www.thephuketnews.com/free-isla-professional-lifeguard-training-gains-ground-in-phuket-64797.php

 

-- © Copyright Phuket News 2017-11-21

[Oziex1]

"It's very important the local government supports their lifesavers" He said,  yes it is, and they don't. Crazy!

[ChrisY1]

But they have called tenders for the B16m life saving contract....so it shouldn't take too long now......

Seriously tho'.....fantastic that this organisation has taken this on board and I wish them the best.....

[pattayadgw]

The minimum standard / requirement prior to commencing training as a surf lifesaver:... do all these people carry this qualification?

'The Royal Life Saving Bronze Medallion is recognised as the minimum standard for a qualified lifesaver. This award also increases employment opportunities with many pools and aquatic centres as they require employees who conduct aquatic programs to have their Bronze Medallion.

This course will enhance your personal survival skills while providing you with the knowledge and skills to develop the level of judgement, technique and physical ability required to safely carry out water rescues.

The Bronze Medallion course offers a nationally recognised certification and has flexible delivery options to meet the needs of schools and groups'.

[Redline]

On 11/22/2017 at 6:09 AM, pattayadgw said:

The minimum standard / requirement prior to commencing training as a surf lifesaver:... do all these people carry this qualification?

'The Royal Life Saving Bronze Medallion is recognised as the minimum standard for a qualified lifesaver. This award also increases employment opportunities with many pools and aquatic centres as they require employees who conduct aquatic programs to have their Bronze Medallion.

This course will enhance your personal survival skills while providing you with the knowledge and skills to develop the level of judgement, technique and physical ability required to safely carry out water rescues.

The Bronze Medallion course offers a nationally recognised certification and has flexible delivery options to meet the needs of schools and groups'.

The American Red Cross offers a 25 hour course as well