INFLATABLE RESCUE BOAT CREW (IRBC)

IRB’s have been used for all forms of surf rescue, retrieval, and other services during patrols and water safety events. They are a staple of the SLS workforce and rescue thousands of patients along Australian beaches each year.

This course will:

  • Provide participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively crew an IRB in rescue operations, including:
    • Working with IRB’s
    • IRB Equipment & Operation Checks / Maintenance
    • Crewing an IRB & Performing IRB Rescues
    • Search & Rescue Operations

Pre-requisites:

  • Current Bronze Medallion
  • Minimum 15 years old on the day of final assessment