International Life Saving Federation

Lifesaving Equipment Register – Lifesaver

On the following the personal equipment for a Lifesaver- is listed in a sequence, starting with that part of the equipment needed most and to the end of the list that equipment that might be needed on special occasions.

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Lifeguard Swimsuit Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Fins Superior swimming in rescue action

Mask Vision under Water

Snorkel Breathing with head under water

Whistle To draw attention International Life Saving Federation Page 2 Equipment Register – Lifesaver

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Lifeguard T Shirt Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard Vest Lifeguard Lifeguard Polo Shirt Lifeguard Sweatshirt

Lifeguard Shorts Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Dinghy Smock Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Lifeguard Jogging Bottoms Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Lifeguard Wet Suit Shorties Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard. Heat insulation in cold water.

Aqua Shoes Feet protection on rough surface. International Life Saving Federation Page 3 Lifesaving Equipment Register – Lifesaver

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Lifeguard Baseball Cap Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Swimming Cap Clothing, recognition as a Lifeguard

Goggles Eye protection from splash water while swimming

Pocket Mask Personal resuscitation equipment

Project Leader: Ortwin Kreft International Life Saving Federation

Lifesaving Equipment Register – Rescue Diver

In this part is listed that equipment needed by a Rescue Diver, it is listed in a sequence, starting with that part of the equipment needed most and to the end of the list that equipment that might be needed on special occasions.

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Self contained diving cylinders (EN To breathe under the water 250) depth to 10 m 1400 litre capacity surface. depth to 20 m 2000 litre capacity with two separately working warning systems for example Reserve + pressure Gauge.

Regulators with full-face mask (EN Connection to the breathing 250) instructors: 2 separately valved system enables vision also in regulators or, provided the water unclear water conditions. quality allows: a half mask Attention: cold water approved regulators.

Personnel Rescue System acc. to Safety device which also allows a GUV 10.6 rescue collar or combined stable buoyancy at certain levels rescue and tarier vest. under the surface.

Signal line: Connecting and signal line to the Plaited, diameter 8 to 14 mm pulling dive master above the surface. force 2000 N, length max. 50 m swimming, clearly visible. Buddy-line: Connecting line to a second work length 1,5 m, diameter min. 6mm diver. pulling force 1000 N. International Life Saving Federation Page 2 Lifesaving Equipment Register – Rescue Diver

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Fins Assisting device for faster movement.

Diving knife. Safety device for the diver in any dangerous situations as being caught in lines, nets or similar.

Dry suite or if it’s possible for time, Protective clothing against depth and water quality wet suit, semi hypothermia. dry suit (to provide the thermal and biological protection).

Weight Belt. To eliminate the additional Easy and quickly opening under buoyancy according to the water. equipment / clothing.

Watch / Decompression table each To calculate the safe period of team. time for diving.

• Dive Lights. • Vision in dark conditions • Head Protection,. • Self protection • Warning buoy. • Information to other personnel using the same area International Life Saving Federation Page 3 Lifesaving Equipment Register – Rescue Diver

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Equipment Resuscitation System with Oxygen Oxygen Box ( DAN, Wenoll ...) First Aid Box to DIN 13169 2 (two) rescue blankets.

Compressor – Air filling Station Breathing Air to DIN 3188.

Project Leader: Ortwin Kreft International Life Saving Federation

Lifesaving Equipment Register – Rescue Boat

This part shows the equipment needed for use on a rescue boat, it is listed in a sequence, starting with that part of the equipment needed most and to the end of the list that equipment that might be needed on special occasions.

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Powered Rescue Boat Platform for rescue operations on water • Rigged areas • Inflatable

Engine Power Unit for rescue boats • 2 Stroke • 4 Stroke • Diesel • Propeller / Jet Stream

Petrol Tank Petrol Tank International Life Saving Federation Page 2 Lifesaving Equipment Register

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task • Life Jacket Safety and operating equipment of a • Life Belt powered rescue boat • Horn • Anchor / Stockless Anchor o Chain Mooring o Anchor Rope o Anchor Ball • Sea Anchor • Boot Hook • Binoculars • Lines o Towing Lines o Fender o Fender Lines • Bilge Pump o Bailer • Light Equipment • Flash Light, multicoloured • Rigging Knife • Fire Extinguisher o -Powder

o -CO 2 • Single-Bladed-Paddle • Radio Equipment • Toolkit • Protective Gloves • Compass • Flares • Red Flag • Radar Reflector

First Aid Kit First aid in case of injuries

Insulation Blanket hypothermia protection International Life Saving Federation Page 3 Lifesaving Equipment Register

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Oxygen Equipment First aid for resuscitations

Shovel-Type Stretcher Transport of injured persons out of the Stretcher water - into the rescue boat - from the rescue boat to the land posted rescue organisation

Project Leader: Ortwin Kreft International Life Saving Federation

Lifesaving Equipment Register – Station

In this part the equipment of a Rescue Station is listed in a sequence, starting with that part of the equipment needed most and to the end of the list that equipment that might be needed on special occasions.

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Rescue Station Building • Base station of the rescue service at the waterside, equipped, depending on the size and requirements with: • Watchroom • First Aid room • Living room for the team • Toilet/shower and kitchen Club Lifeguard Flag Shows publicly which rescue organisation operates from this station.

Telephone For contact with: • Land emergency services (ambulance) • Coastguard (police) • The beach operator • Other authorities or persons

Safety Flags For the marking of Guard times, • Red/Yellow bathing zones and/or guarded • B/W Chequered water areas for special use. (eg. • Red Windsurfing).

Blankets Protective material against • Emergency Survival Blanket hypothermia in emergency • Cotton Blanket patients.

Throw Bag Rescue materials for throwing to Throw Line persons in strong currents or in areas with unknown or dangerous under water obstacles. International Life Saving Federation Page 2 Lifesaving Equipment Register – Station

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Binoculars For the safe observation of situations at longer distances.

Torpedo Buoys / Rescue Tube Buoyancy aids for the safety of Rescue Can rescue swimmers and emergency patients in the water.

First Aid Kits For first aid treatment to injuries Trauma Bag of all kinds.

Stiff-neck For the prevention of spinal injury to emergency patients after a fall or head injury.

Rescue Board For fast access to accident Rescue Ski locations in the water and for the return of the emergency patient to the beach.

Lifeguard High Chair As an elevated point of observation with a good overview of the area. International Life Saving Federation Page 3 Lifesaving Equipment Register – Station

Picture of the part Name of the part Used for which task Torch As an independent source of light, available at each necessary point.

First Responder Kit Revival equipment with oxygen Oxygen Supply Apparatus assistance.

Loud Hailer For searching and giving out of information on an extensive or lively beach.

VHF radios Means of quick communication with the rescue team and/or with other auxiliary workers or rescue organisations.

Stretcher Transport and possible storage of emergency patients.

Defibrillation Equipment Resuscitation equipment in case of emergency patients with acute heart failure.

Project Leader: Ortwin Kreft International Life Saving Federation of Europe (ILSE) European Basic Guidance for Safety in Swimming pools 12.1 Emergency equipment and alarm system All pools should have emergency equipment for use by and others who may have supervisory responsibilities. Staff or other users should be trained in the use of the equipment and it would be good practise to keep a record of the training. There may be a number of alarms for different types of emergencies, e.g. fire, plant failure, etc. Each alarm should be distinctive and it may help in buildings with a public address system to have recorded messages alerting staff to a particular type of emergency. All alarms should be tested daily and there should be a record of equipment and alarm checks. The alarm-shot must be placed in a way which gives the lifeguard on duty the possibility to reach it without any delay. The alarm must have such capacity that it can be heard and seen by all staff on duty. The nature of the signals should be included in the emergency procedures section of the pool operator’s manual. Emer- gency signals should only be used when an emergency occurs, except in training sessions. 12.2 Emergency room The emergency room should be located in the immediate neighbourhood of the pool. The room should provide the following: • a removable screen or curtain which protects the privacy of the casualty • medical examination couch with blankets and pillows • hot and cold water • good ventilation • a toilet nearby • two chairs • stretchers • access to a spine board and set of rigid extrication (cervical) collars • access to container for the collection and subsequent disposal of soiled medical items used in first aid • sharps container for collection of any dangerous sharps, e.g. syringes • access to oxygen equipment • soap and nailbrush • suction apparatus operated by hand or foot • pressure bandage • First Aid case. The emergency room must easily be reached by the ambulance attendants and the ambulance must have the possibility to be driven as near the emergency room as possible and be parked in such a way that curious people can not come close to it. An employee in the swimming pool must be chosen with special responsibility for the readiness and equipment of the emergency room. 12.3 Plans for alarm and evacuation 12.3.1 The plan for alarm The plan for alarm should point out the person or persons responsible for: • accomplishing water life saving and CPR • alarming the SOS rescue centre and/ or ambulance • taking out the First Aid equipment, stabilizing stretcher and neck-collar • meeting and showing the way for the ambulance and rescue attendants • making a note about the data for report of the accident (name address, telephone etc) • keeping curious people away • contacting relations and school. 12.3.2 The plan for evacuation A plan for evacuation should be established. This plan should show: • the person who is responsible for informing and teaching all the staff about the plan • the person who is responsible for regularly modifying and revising the plan

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