ENJOY WATER SAFELY
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Pool qualifications
NATIONAL POOL LIFEGUARD QUALIFICATION (NPLQ)
NATIONAL POOL LIFEGUARD QUALIFICATION (NPLQ)
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The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is the UK and Ireland’s leading, internationally recognised lifeguard certification requiring 36+ hours of training, a final assessment, and is open to anyone 16+ who meets the fitness criteria.
RLSS UK qualifications include rescue techniques for no-board-available and candidates or staff with access to a Pool Extraction Board (PXB) should also be taught the specific rescue techniques for that board type. RLSS UK Trainer Assessors must also complete a PXB update to teach PXB rescue techniques.
MANAGEMENT OF ANAPHYLAXIS
MANAGEMENT OF ANAPHYLAXIS
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MANAGEMENT OF LIFE-THREATENING BLEEDING
MANAGEMENT OF LIFE-THREATENING BLEEDING
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AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED)
AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED)
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Christopher Griffiths is a RLSS UK Approved Training Provider delivering a wide range of courses.
Trading as Enjoy Water Safely, he is associated with Dashing Dolphins Learn to Swim and RLSS UK Qualifications in Worcester and has historical links with St John Ambulance (SJA) in Malvern.
Christopher Griffiths qualified as a First Aid trainer assessor in 2007 with SJA and converted to RLSS UK Qualifications (formerly IQL) in 2018.
Developing his career as a RLSS UK Mentor and Trainer Assessor, he has over 20 years experience in the Leisure industry supporting all ages to enjoy water safely.
He is currently on a pathway to complete his Batchelor of Arts (Hons) in Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status at University of Worcester in 2025.
Pool awards
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The National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) is a supervision and rescue award for swimming teachers, coaches, and instructors. The 12-hour course covers pool management, intervention rescue, emergency action, CPR, and First Aid. Candidates must pass a theory and practical test to achieve the NRASTC certificate.
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The Aquatic Therapy Pool Rescue Award (ATPRA) is a pool supervision and rescue award for aquatic therapists and support workers. It is suitable for those working in various pools, including those with deeper water. The ATPRA course is 12 hours long and covers topics such as pool safety, intervention, rescue, and emergency action.
MENTOR FOR NPLQTRAINER ASSESSOR
The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is the UK and Ireland’s leading, internationally recognised lifeguard certification requiring 36+ hours of training, a final assessment, and is open to anyone 16+ who meets the fitness criteria.
MENTOR FOR OWLTRAINER ASSESSOR
The Open Water Lifeguard (OWL) qualification equips lifeguards with the skills to supervise and provide rescue cover for planned, organised, and risk-assessed activities in still, non-tidal water. The OWL course is at least 18 hours long and covers CPR, first aid, and open water skills. The OWL qualification is valid for 2 years from the date of successful completion.
MENTOR FOR FIRST AID
TRAINER ASSESSOR
MENTOR FOR FIRST AID
TRAINER ASSESSOR
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a one-day qualification covering CPR and emergency first aid skills. It is suitable for all industries and enables employers to meet HSE and HSENI requirements. The course is Ofqual, CCEA, and Qualification Wales accredited and valid for three years.
Open water qualifications
7th, 14th and 21st September 2025
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The Open Water Lifeguard (OWL) qualification equips lifeguards with the skills to supervise and provide rescue cover for planned, organised, and risk-assessed activities in still, non-tidal water. The OWL course is at least 18 hours long and covers CPR, first aid, and open water skills. The OWL qualification is valid for 2 years from the date of successful completion.
MANAGEMENT OF ANAPHYLAXIS
MANAGEMENT OF ANAPHYLAXIS
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MANAGEMENT OF LIFE-THREATENING BLEEDING
MANAGEMENT OF LIFE-THREATENING BLEEDING
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RLSS UK qualifications include rescue techniques for no-board-available and candidates or staff with access to a Pool Extraction Board (PXB) should also be taught the specific rescue techniques for that board type. RLSS UK Trainer Assessors must also complete a PXB update to teach PXB rescue techniques.
Open water awards
RLSS UK offers a two-hour Water Rescue Equipment Training session to build confidence and competence in using water rescue equipment. The training covers open water hazards, cold water shock, land-based rescues, and public rescue equipment. It is designed for individuals aged 16 and over, especially those near waterways, and businesses with water-related responsibilities.
The Open Water Emergency Rescue Award is a non-regulated qualification designed to assist in responding to emergencies in open water environments. It is suitable for staff supporting lifeguard teams and is a foundation for becoming an Open Water Lifeguard. The course covers emergency responder roles, responding to emergencies, CPR, and first aid, and is 12 hours long.
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a one-day qualification covering CPR and emergency first aid skills. It is suitable for all industries and enables employers to meet HSE and HSENI requirements. The course is Ofqual, CCEA, and Qualification Wales accredited and valid for three years.
The Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) course is a one-day qualification covering CPR and emergency first aid skills for children and infants. It is suitable for anyone over 16 who works with children and infants and is Ofqual, CCEA, and Qualifications Wales accredited. The course includes practical and theoretical work, with a practical and multiple-choice theory assessment, and is valid for three years.
The Combined Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) and Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course covers CPR and first aid skills for adults and children. It is a one-day course suitable for anyone over 16 who works with both adults and children. The course is Ofqual, CCEA, and Qualifications Wales accredited and valid for three years.
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