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Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Crewman
The IRB Crewman
course is an advanced lifeguard qualification that
teaches candidates the skills required to operate as
a rescue crewman as well as conduct basic operating
procedures on an IRB.
Course Entry Requirements
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16yrs of age |
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Surf
Lifeguard or Open Water Lifeguard Award |
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6 months
operational lifeguard experience |
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400m pool
swim in under 8 minutes |
Course
Duration
A minimum period
of 20 hours 3 – 4 days of instruction is required
per course.
Candidate Evaluation and Certification
Successful candidates are evaluated and certified by
Lifesaving South Africa.
Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Driver
The IRB driver
course is an advanced lifeguard qualification that
teaches candidates the skills required to drive an
IRB in surf rescue and patrol conditions as well as
conduct basic maintenance and operating procedures
on an IRB.
Course Entry Requirements
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18yrs of age |
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Surf
Lifeguard or Open Water Lifeguard Award |
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IRB Crewman
Award |
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6 months
operational lifeguard experience |
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400m pool
swim in under 8 minutes |
Course
Duration
A minimum period
of 20 hours 3 – 4 days of instruction is required
per course.
Candidate Evaluation and Certification
Successful candidates are evaluated and certified by
Lifesaving South Africa.
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