Casualty Type Identification Challenge
Students learn to rapidly identify four types of water casualties (unconscious, injured, weak swimmer, non-swimmer) and determine appropriate rescue responses based on risk assessment
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Students learn to rapidly identify four types of water casualties (unconscious, injured, weak swimmer, non-swimmer) and determine appropriate rescue responses based on risk assessment
Quick Info
low
20
Swimming pool facility with poolside teaching area for 20-30 students
Equipment Required
CPR mannequin or demonstration float
1
Laminated casualty type cards with images (A3 size)
4 (one per casualty type)
Scenario cards for practice
8-12 varied scenarios
Rescue equipment display
1 set (rope, reaching pole, rescue tube)
CPR Mannequin
As needed
Cards
As needed
Display
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Water Safety
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Responsibility
Communication
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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