Rescue 3 - Water Safety For Expedition Leaders
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 10 People to 1 instructor

Rescue 3 - Water Safety For Expedition Leaders

  • First Aid and Rescue
  • Beginner
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Overview

An excellent addition to the International Mountain Leader (IML), UIAGM Guide Carnet, Wilderness first responder or Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician working on expedition that may encounter flowing water hazards.

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The Objectives

This course will provide the expedition leader with the skills and tools to manage water hazards. The course is also highly suitable for those operating in remote and wilderness areas around the globe.

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

The 2-day course is practically based with theory elements covered in a series of web based seminars and work shops. During the practical elements we'll examine river crossing techniques, safe swimming techniques and simple rescue solutions with typical expedition equipment. Opportunity to experience river crossing in expedition equipment will be integrated to the course, training will also inclulde full water PPE for the majority of training during the course.

Experience Required

Confident, capable swimmer. | Good level of fitness • capable of leading an expedition| Experience of trekking/expedition leadership outside of country of domicile.
What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?
• Walking Socks• Wicking base layer• Walking trousers • usually these will b a modern 'technical' quick drying fabric• Fleece jacket or pullover• Woolly hat and gloves • need to be warm• Spare clothing • e.g. extra fleece, spare gloves, spare hat• Drinks bottle and/or flask, sandwich box• In the summer you should consider bringing sun cream, sun glasses, insect repellent and a sun hat• You should also bring, if you have them but, you can borrow these from our stores:• Buoyancy Aid• Helmet• Dry suit• Throwline• Walking Boots|•  Hard Shell Waterproofs• Rucksack • and dry bags• Headtorch
How should I prepare?
A good general level of fitness will help you get the most out of this course, but your instructor will always ensure the pace of the groupo is set so tha everyone is getting the most out of their training.

Available Course Dates

Start the booking process by selecting a course date, then adjust your details to suit your requirements.

Course Start Date
Duration
Cost*
Course Start Date
11th October, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£219.00
Residential:
£359.00

*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.

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