Life-Saving Skills
•Year 9
•Water Safety
•Ensure clear water, appropriate temperature, lifeguard present
Alternative: Deep water section minimum 2m depth
Pre-positioned at pool edge, students wear over swimwear
Alternative: Old tracksuit bottoms and t-shirts
Floating aids distributed around pool perimeter
Alternative: Pool noodles or rescue tubes
Pre-coiled and positioned at pool deck stations
Alternative: Throwing lines or pool safety ropes
Visible timing displays for treading water challenges
Alternative: Phone timers or pool deck clock
Maintaining position in water by moving arms and legs without touching bottom
Safely removing garments whilst maintaining buoyancy in emergency situations
Rescuing a casualty by swimming whilst pulling or pushing them to safety
Rescue position where rescuer forms J-shape to secure casualty at poolside
Swimming stroke performed on side, ideal for towing as keeps head up and one arm free
Using rope to rescue casualties from distance without entering water
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Timing calculations, distance measurements, percentage improvements in endurance
Human body response to cold water, physics of buoyancy and drag, cardiovascular system during exercise
Water safety around different geographical features, tides and currents, rescue service locations
Personal responsibility for safety, helping others in emergencies, building resilience and confidence
Position for clear view of all students, especially during deep water activities
Monitor technique quality, fatigue levels, safety compliance, and peer cooperation
Step in immediately if safety compromised, technique breaks down, or students show distress
Always demonstrate in water to show realistic technique, emphasise safety throughout, model calm confidence
Full swimming pool facility with deep water section minimum 2m depth
Pool water clarity good, temperature appropriate, all safety equipment accessible
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, implement appropriate rescue response, summon additional help if needed
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