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2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Drowning Report
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2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Drowning Report
Drowning fatalities remain at historic lows, equal
with the provinces previous lowest rate, but still nearly double
the Canadian average according to the Society's most recent edition
of the Newfoundland and Labrador Drowning Report. Fishing is the
most common recreational activity when drowning occurs, and males
continue to account for 95% of drowning deaths. Learn
more.
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.
NOTICE BOARD: COVID-19
The well-being of our members and program participants is our
priority in this evolving story. The Lifesaving Society is
operating in accordance with the recommendations of public health
authorities.
Stay up to date by visiting the COVID-19 page on our website
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
Become an Examiner Mentor
Examiner Mentors are senior Lifesaving Society Examiners
appointed by the Society to mentor examiner candidates through
their apprenticeship phase and approve them for examiner
certification. Examiners who have conducted a minimum of three
exams, and have the desire to support and tutor new Examiner
candidates can now apply for this new designation. Learn
more or fill out the application
form.
2019 Canadian Drowning Report
Seniors age 65 and older have the highest drowning rate of all
age groups according to the Lifesaving Society's 2019 Canadian
Drowning Report. Despite the long-term downward trend, high
numbers of preventable drowning deaths continue to occur: 2,220
people lost their lives in Canadian waters between 2012 and 2016,
the most recent year for which complete data is available. Learn
more.
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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