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Candidates that hold a current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) can attend a one-day RPL OWL qualification course and will be externally assessed.

Once successfully obtained the OWL qualification can be used as a standalone qualification to supervise and provide rescue cover for planned, organised and risk assessed activities in still, non-tidal water for 2 years.

A copy of candidates pre existing NPLQ to be shown to the trainer on the first day.

Pre-requisites:

Must hold a current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and be able to meet the following criteria:

• Confident in open water
• Able to swim at least 400 metres in a pool/ open water swimming continuously on their front and showing urgency
• Able to submerge under the water confidently
• Must complete minimum guided learning hours
• Successfully complete the course assessment

Course content

• Section 1 - The Open Water Lifeguard, environment, hazards and supervision
• Section 2 - Responding to an emergency and taking action
• Section 3 - CPR and First Aid