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2021 Newfoundland and Labrador Drowning Report
2020 Canadian Drowning Report
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National Lifeguard Update
The Lifesaving Society has updated the National Lifeguard
program following a review to ensure its curriculum and performance
standards remain current, relevant and grounded in the competencies
required by lifeguards.
Read about the key changes.
Swim Transition Extended
The Society has extended the Swim Transition pathways for Red
Cross-certified individuals who seek Lifesaving Society
certifications.
For Red Cross Water Safety Instructors wishing to become
Lifesaving Society Swim Instructors, the official Swim Transition
Instructor Clinic will remain live at e-lifesaving.ca through June 30,
2023.
Canadian Red Cross members can transfer their certification to
the Lifesaving Society electronically via e-lifesaving.ca/transition.
Learn more
2021 Newfoundland and Labrador Drowning Report
Drowning fatalities have declined nearly 50% over the past five
years according to the Society's most recent Newfoundland and
Labrador Drowning Report, but the causes and demographics remain
the same. Boating is the most common activity when drowning occurs,
and not wearing a lifejacket is the largest contributing factor.
Males continue to account for 93% of drowning deaths in the
province. Read the full report.
United Nations Adopts Historic Resolution on Drowning Prevention
The first UN Resolution on Drowning Prevention was approved by
the General Assembly on April 28, 2021. Canada was one of 79 Member
States that co-sponsored the Resolution. It is a significant
milestone: this Resolution will focus attention and action on this
highly preventable public health challenge, and increase
international awareness and action to reduce drowning. Read the Canadian announcement.
Introducing the new Bronze medal awards
The Lifesaving Society is excited to announce the official
release of the revised Bronze medal awards! The update improves
skill progressions for a seamless flow into National Lifeguard and
sets candidates up for success as they move through the Society's
lifesaving, assistant lifeguard and lifeguard continuum.
Learn about what's new for you:
SFA Recertifications
To comply with Newfoundland and Labrador's Occupational
Health and Safety First Aid Regulations, the Lifesaving
Society will retire its Standard First Aid recertification course
effective October 1, 2020.
The Society apologizes to affiliates affected by this sudden but
necessary policy change. Read the full announcement.
Policy Changes
The Lifesaving Society Canada is adopting 15 years as the
minimum age prerequisite for certification as a Swim Instructor,
Lifesaving Instructor, or National Lifeguard. The Society is also
broadening access to its courses by accepting, for prerequisite
purposes, Workplace Standard First Aid certifications provided by
training agencies approved by the Government of New Brunswick. Read the details here.
EFA and SFA Certifications Valid for 3 Years
Lifesaving Society Emergency and Workplace Standard First Aid
certifications are now valid for three years (36 months) from the
date of certification. In the interests of reducing confusion among
employers and harmonizing the Society's currency period with
Newfoundland and Labrador government regulations, CSA
recommendations and the general practice among other workplace
first aid providers, the Lifesaving Society has adopted a
three-year period for the validity of its workplace EFA and SFA
certifications only. Read the announcement
LifeguardDepot.com
The Lifesaving Society's online store is open for business. Enjoy
the convenience of 24/7 shopping. It's all here - from first aid
and pool supplies to everything required for lifesaving courses and
training. Visit LifeguardDepot.com now!
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