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Singapore Life Saving Society Awards Syllabus Quiz

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What is the aim of the LIFESAVING 1 award?

To teach advanced swimming techniques

To promote competitive swimming

To provide preliminary skills and knowledge of water safety and land-based noncontact rescues (correct)

To train professional lifeguards

Who can act as the examiner for up to 10 candidates for the LIFESAVING 1 award?

Instructor appointed by SLSS

Any certified lifeguard

Self-assessed by the candidate

SLSS Lifesaving Examiner (correct)

What is the required dress for the LIFESAVING 1 examination?

Swimwear (correct)

Wetsuit

Uniform provided by SLSS

Casual clothing

In the practical test, how far away is the casualty for the 'Throw - Buoyant Aid Rescue'?

5 meters Signup and view all the answers

What is the action required in the 'Wade - Buoyant or Rigid Aid' rescue?

Enter shallow water with a suitable aid and perform a wading rescue of a casualty 10 metres to 12 metres away Signup and view all the answers

What should weak swimmers do in a pool?

Swim nearer to a lifeguard or wall Signup and view all the answers

What is the first 'A' in the '6 As' of water rescue principles?

Alert to possible accidents Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority of rescue in case of more than one victim?

Safety of rescuer, Priority of rescue, Awareness of personal capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after performing a rescue in open waters?

Take note of direction of waves and beware of underwater currents Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when seeking help by calling 995?

Provide the location, number of casualties, and condition of casualties Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

LIFESAVING 1 Award

The aim of the LIFESAVING 1 award is to provide lifesaving skills and knowledge.

Examiner and Candidates

A qualified instructor can act as the examiner for up to 10 candidates for the LIFESAVING 1 award.

Examination Requirements

The required dress for the LIFESAVING 1 examination is swimwear.

Practical Test

In the practical test, the casualty is 5-10 meters away for the 'Throw - Buoyant Aid Rescue'.
In the 'Wade - Buoyant or Rigid Aid' rescue, the action required is to enter the water, approach the casualty, and support them with the aid.

Swimming Safety

Weak swimmers should remain in the shallow end of the pool or wear a buoyant aid.

Water Rescue Principles

The first 'A' in the '6 As' of water rescue principles is Assess.

Multiple Victim Rescue

The priority of rescue in case of more than one victim is to rescue the most vulnerable first.

Post-Rescue Procedure

After performing a rescue in open waters, the rescuer should provide care and reassurance to the casualty.

Seeking Help

When seeking help by calling 995, provide as much information as possible, including the location and number of casualties.

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Test your knowledge of the Singapore Life Saving Society Awards Syllabus with this quiz. Covering water safety, land-based noncontact rescues, and award conditions, this quiz will challenge your understanding of life-saving skills and knowledge.