RLSS NWSMP Level 3

The NWSMP Level 3 module is also known as the 'In Water Rescue' module. It is suitable for anyone who is planning to enter deep water or to supervise others in deep water. This could include outdoor instructors running coasteering, gorge walking and rafting  activities, ecological survey staff, construction staff and water safety staff providing safety cover at waterborne events

The NWSMP is a progressive award, meaning that you need to complete a Level 2 award before or at the same time as completing the Level 3 award.

The level 3 award is generally delivered in 1 type of environment although the skills covered will apply to all environments that candidates have trained in at Level 2.

The Level 3 award has a small amount of theory learning and is predominantly delivered through wet practical activities

• Principles of rescue involving towing techniques
• Personal safety
• Safe entries and exits
• Approach to casualties
• Casualty management and aftercare
• Principles of casualty spinal injury management
• Liaising with Emergency Services
• Simulated non-contact tow of a conscious casualty in deep water (30m)
• Simulated contact tow of an unconscious casualty in deep water (15m)
• Underwater Search
• Application of operating procedures and emergency action plan

• To complement the In-Water Rescue skills you learn on this course, why not combine the training with a first aid qualification. There are several options to choose from, a 1 day or 2-day outdoor first aid course or an RLSS Life support Level 3 course. If you are completing the course for work purposes you can also combine it with a 1 day or 3-day first aid at work course
• All group safety equipment and training equipment is included in all courses.
• It is expected that candidates bring personal equipment appropriate to the environment and level of activity undertaken. If candidates don't have access to personal equipment, please let us know at the time of booking and personal equipment can be supplied.
• If you do not have a suitable venue for this course then a suitable local venue can be arranged

• Course ratio: Minimum 2, Maximum 6 (larger groups can be accommodated with additional trainers or over multiple sessions)
• Course Venue: Venues for level 3 must have access to a body of water appropriate to the remit of the qualification. Please contact us to discuss specific venue requirements
• Course Duration: 3 hours 
• Course cost: Dependant on numbers and venue
• To make a booking please contact us