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  • Why Water Safety Training Matters

    Why Water Safety Training Matters

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Water Safety Training

Do you work near water or work in water? Or do you have employees who carry out their job responsibilities near waterways or water courses? Then, did you know that it’s important that water safety and rescue training is provided to ensure the safety of your employees during their duties? Providing water safety training gives you - as the employer - the peace of mind that your employees have the know-how to rescue themselves if they or their colleagues are in trouble in the water.

On average, one person every month drowns or is impacted by a near-drowning incident whilst at work (based on data 2015-2022)*. Don’t let it be you, your colleague or employee!

RLSS UK is the expert in water safety training courses and drowning prevention. If you are looking for a water safety qualification for your employees, then RLSS UK has a water safety course to match your needs. Courses range from water safety training that matches Defra water rescue levels and flood management training to water rescue equipment courses that are perfect if your business is next to a waterway and if you want your employees to be able to rescue customers who may find themselves in trouble in the water.

Are you not sure where to start?… We recommend first checking out our blog post on how to pick the correct water safety training for your business needs.

Inland and Coastal Water - Essential Water Safety Guidance

Inland and Coastal Water - Essential Water Safety Guidance

If you have a body of water on the land you own or manage, you have a duty to ensure the safety of staff members, visitors, and members of the public (including trespassers!). Read more

Published: 27th February, 2025

Updated: 28th February, 2025

Author: Kelly Key

Why Water Safety Training Matters

Why Water Safety Training Matters

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Published: 24th January, 2025

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Water Safety at Work Guidance Poster

Water Safety at Work Guidance Poster

Download our FREE Water Safety at Work Guidance poster now! Read more

Published: 25th November, 2024

Updated: 21st April, 2026

Author: Kelly Key

How to pick the correct water safety training for your business needs

How to pick the correct water safety training for your business needs

Water safety training is essential for any business with employees working on, in, or near water. However, deciding which water safety training best meets your business needs can be challenging. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2024

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Water Safety Training – DEFRA Aligned

Water Safety Training – DEFRA Aligned

Water safety training designed for organisations whose business activities take place in, on, or near water. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2023

Updated: 1st May, 2026

Author: Kelly Key

National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP)

National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP)

The National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP) is an occupational management training solution suitable for employers requiring their workforce to operate safely in or near water. Read more

Published: 23rd January, 2022

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Author: Kelly Key

Water Rescue Equipment Training (WRET)

Water Rescue Equipment Training (WRET)

RLSS UK has developed a two-hour Water Rescue Equipment Training session to ensure as many people as possible are confident and competent in the use of water rescue equipment found around waterways. Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Author: James Soley

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