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Drinking water
Near Water
RLSS UK Module 1 – DEFRA aligned
Course Date
March 1, 2027
Event Description
Water safety awareness course
Suitable for those who routinely work near water without having to enter it
Course overview
RLSS Defra Aligned Module 1 is a 3-hour course delivered online or on-shore. Designed for those who, as part of their role work near water, aware of the hazards associated with water and the flooded environment. Perfect for contract work, contractors, surveyors, and ecologists. This course is delivered in a dry environment – water access not required.
Course duration: 3 hours, 0900 – 1200
What you’ll learn
- Water and flood hazard awareness
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for working near water
- Land-based rescue: Shout, Reach, Throw
- Rescue Aids
Prerequisites
- None: suitable for complete beginners.
- Minimum age: 16
What you’ll achieve
RLSS UK Module 1 – DEFRA-aligned certificate. Valid for 1 year. Meets DEFRA 1 Water and Flood Awareness requirements.
Instructor to student ratio
- 1 instructor to 10 students
Course Materials
- RLSS UK Water Safety Training DEFRA-aligned Candidate Manual
Assessment Method
- Participants will be observed throughout the course
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Total Seats
20
Available Seats
20
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