DEFRA Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations

The DEFRA Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations module of the RLSS UK Water Safety Training - DEFRA Aligned training programme is for workers and volunteers in a non-rescue role who have appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). It is designed to prepare workers and volunteers for accidental immersion.

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• Prerequisites
• Course Content
• Assessment Criteria
• Renewal Process 
• Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)
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About DEFRA Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations

DEFRA Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations module is designed for workers and volunteers who support flood response operations but are not part of specialist rescue organisations. Known formally as Annex H, it provides general water safety awareness and introduces basic self-rescue techniques. Organisations that regularly work near water outside of flood situations should review the learning outcomes of this module to determine whether they meet their operational requirements.    

This is a non-regulated award.  

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Prerequisites for Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations

Course Content for Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations

• Demonstrate water rescue scene management and dynamic assessment of risk.
• Identify and apply the role of the water and flood non-rescue support operations training module within the Incident Management Structure. 
• Apply a working knowledge of hydrology and associated hazards.  
• Identify and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrate self-rescue from water.
• Understand relevant rescue techniques in the role as casualty.
• Demonstrate techniques for movement in shallow water.
• Identify and explain the additional hazards and difficulties associated with working in darkness and reduce visibility, and application of suitable control measures.
• Awareness of flooding and associated hazards. 

If you require more advanced skills, you may need a different module or multiple RLSS UK Water Safety Training - DEFRA Aligned modules.

DEFRA Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations Assessment Criteria

Renewal Process for Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations Certificate

Recertification is required every three years for Module 1 with Annex G: Water and Flood Non-rescue Support Operations. To recertify, responders must complete the course again and the assessment.