We are driven to do everything within our power to help our members, supporters, customers and candidates through the challenging times we all currently face. It is our commitment over this period, to provide guidance and support so that everybody involved with RLSS UK can recover and continue, with the least possible disruption.
Detailed below are our updates on our response to the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19)
Throughout June, we will be delivering a series of free webinars to provide further support. Read more
Following a UK Government Emergency COBRA meeting on 16 March, PM Boris Johnson announced that increased measures have been put in place to delay the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). Read more
RLSS UK have worked with experts to create guidance to support Operators, Trainers, Clubs and Training Centres when the government guidance allows venues to open and training to take place. Read more
An urgent plea for people to proceed with caution when swimming at unsupervised open water sites has been released by The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) in direct response to the partial lift on lockdown restrictions Read more
Yesterday, the UK Government announced that from Wednesday 13 May, some sports will be able to restart. We await further clarity from the Government over the coming days, for now we offer our interpretation and response to this announcement. Read more
RLSS UK are ommitted to supporting our industry and our lifesaving and lifeguarding communities through COVID-19 (coronavirus). Read more
Guidance for performing CPR during COVID-19, from the Resuscitation Council UK. Read more
RLSS UK are supporting lifesavers and communities through these uncertain times by offering multiple resources, training, qualification extensions and much more. Read more
We are driven to do everything we can to help our members, supporters, customers and candidates through this joint challenge that we face. Read more
I hope you and your loved ones are remaining well during this exceptional situation we find ourselves in globally. Read more
Water safety themed activities will be posted here daily to entertain you and your family. Read more
We are with you and we will do everything we can to ensure you come out from this better and stronger than before. Read more
We are delighted to be offering free, online ongoing training for all National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) holders. This online training can be completed in the safety of your own home and will be recorded as evidence to be used when renewing your NPLQ. Read more
RLSS UK Guidance for Delivering Remote Training Read more
As of Monday 23 March, RLSS UK staff will adopt revised working practices recommended by the Government in response to COVID-19. Read more
You will have recently received an email from your local branch to invite you to your local AGM. Typically, a great event in the calendar that allows you to have your say on RLSS UK, locally. Read more
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has provided the following guidance for delivering training using CPR manikins. Read more
The first thing to recognise, is that clubs are autonomous bodies with their own management team, constitution and hire agreements. This document is designed to provide clubs with guidance to manage their personal response to COVID-19 and is not a mandated position. Read more
It seems a long time since RLSS UK lifeguards were keeping swimmers safe, it could be some time before we can return to swimming pools and venues. Read more