Open Water Safety Training

Beaches, Lakes, Rivers

Course Details

Duration: 90 minutes

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Cost: $56.52 + GST (Total $65.00) per person

Format: Online Training (can’t make the live online training, don’t worry you can register to view our recording – fit it into your busy life, at your own pace, in your own space)

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Join us in ensuring open water safety for everyone.

24
Nov

Tue, 24 Nov, 2026

10:00am - 1:00pm

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About This Course

Dive into the essentials of Open Water Safety for various aquatic environments, including beaches, lakes, and rivers.

This comprehensive course equips participants with the knowledge and strategies necessary to mitigate risks and ensure safety in open water settings.

Through an interactive session, learners will gain a deep understanding of drowning prevention techniques and develop practical skills to ensure the safety of children and young people in and around open waterways.

Key Takeaways

Module 1: Open Water Safety Awareness

Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the dynamics of drowning and how to prevent it in open water.
  • Effectively manage emergencies in open water environments, including beaches, lakes, and rivers.
  • Implement risk management strategies and safety plans tailored to specific open water settings.
  • Recognise the phenomenon of dead water and its implications for safety.
  • Employ active supervision techniques to enhance water safety.
  • Execute bystander rescue procedures to assist individuals in distress in open water.

This certificate is right for you if….

You are responsible for the safety of children and young people in or near water, whether in a professional or volunteer capacity. People who have found this course particularly beneficial include school leaders, teachers, learning support staff, OSCAR staff, recreation staff, childcare support staff, youth workers, social services staff, and parents/caregivers.

Upcoming Course Dates - Book Now

Join us in ensuring open water safety for everyone.

24
Nov

Tue, 24 Nov, 2026

10:00am - 1:00pm

Live online training!

Book This Course

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Meet Your Course Presenters

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Tamsin O'Sullivan

Drowning Prevention Auckland

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Donna Bouzaid

Safe for Children

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Read What Our Participants Have to Say About Their Experiences With Our Course
Rana, Youth Worker
Thank you I really appreciated how easy, due to your teaching, it was to gain a deeper understanding of these big responsibilities.
Blair, Manager
I liked the valid content. Content was relevant and current. I liked the fundamental points to consider when taking and working with people on the water.
CJ
The course was very informative and provided an excellent initiative for the supervision of Rangatahi. I found the information given to be thoroughly intriguing, and Harry provided vital insights on what to look out for in specific areas/bodies of water.
Liam
Thank you! I really appreciated how easy it was to gain a deeper understanding of these big responsibilities thanks to your teaching.
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