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Essential Water Safety documents Consultancy Services How We Can Help Consultancy Projects Make an Enquiry DEFRA Training NWSMP - DEFRA National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP) Water Rescue Equipment Training (WRET) Aqua Park Services Accreditation Equipment Industry Qualifications Why Choose Us For Your Staff For Your Customers Bespoke Training How We Can Help Make an Enquiry Deliver our Qualifications Partners Become an Approved Training Centre / Provider Become a Commercial Partner Become a Water Safety Partner RLSS UK Advisors What We Do Our Qualifications 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. RLSS UK has worked with industry-leading experts and current trainers to undertake a full review of the NWSMP suite of awards and, therefore, presently has two deliverable NWSMP awards. About the National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP) Prerequisites Course Content DEFRA courses Assessment Renewal Approved Prior Learning (APL) Book on a NWSMP course About the National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP) The National Water Safety Programme (NWSMP) aims to be a leading suite of awards designed to equip anyone working in, on or near water with essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about managing water safety. The awards are suitable for employers in a wide range of industries, including teaching (field trips), construction, environmental health, leisure and emergency services that require their workforce to operate safely in or near water. The NWSMP has been developed to meet the learning outcomes of DEFRA module 1 (Water & Flood Awareness training module) and module 2 Water & Flood First Responder training module, along with the needs of educational and outdoor professionals. The NWSMP is divided into distinct levels to ensure candidates get the most out of the programme. Upon passing any part of the NWSMP suite of awards, the certificate is valid for two years from the date of successful completion. The NWSMP awards are accredited with the Institute for Outdoor Learning NWSMP Course Prerequisites Each candidate attending an NWSMP course must: Be 16 years old or over at the time of being assessed Have a good level of fitness Be competent at swimming in open-water environments (for Coastal and Inland Waterways module) For the assessment, candidates must be able to swim 50m in an open water environment. (for Coastal and Inland Waterways module) DEFRA courses The NWSMP modules meet the DEFRA Module 1 and 2 learning outcomes. NWSMP Level 1 Water Safety Awareness is equivalent to DEFRA Module 1 - Water & Flood Awareness NWSMP Inland Waterways Module is the equivalent to DEFRA Module 2 – Water & Flood First Responder. When booking a course, you must confirm that the course provider is a NWSMP DEFRA Trainer Assessor (TA). Course Content The NWSMP is split into two levels to ensure candidates get the most out of the course. Water Safety Awareness This course is for those working near water as part of a structured activity. The course includes: Generic Open Water Hazards Risk Management Land-based Rescue Techniques PPE & Aquatic Clothing Basic Life Support Awareness Inland Waterways Module This module focuses on specific inland waterway hazards along with in-water skills. Inland-Specific Hazards In Water Rescue Skills Personal Safety Dynamic Risk Management Moving in Shallow Water Coastal Waterways Module This module focuses on specific coastal waterway hazards along with in-water skills. Coastal-specific Hazards In Water Rescue Skills Personal Safety Dynamic Risk Management Returning to Shore Through Surf Coastal Wildlife Assessment The NWSMP assessment takes place at the end of each level/ module. It determines your competence, skills, and knowledge of working near/in water and assesses your ability to apply the skills and knowledge learnt in the specific environment.The assessment is split as follows: Water Safety Awareness Oral Questioning Practical Throw Bag Rescue Complete a Risk Assessment Inland Waterways Module Inland Waterways Workbook Practical Assessment Coastal Waterways Module Coastal Waterways Workbook Practical Assessment Update process from NWSMP 1.0 to 2.0 If you are updating your qualification from NWSMP 1.0 to NWSMP 2.0, please view the video below to assist in selecting the most appropriate modules for your requirements. Renewal NWSMP candidates may only renew their qualification within the validity of their existing NWSMP qualification. We recommend candidates engage in continuous training to ensure they keep their skills and knowledge up to date. Approved Prior Learning (APL) There is currently no APL for this at any level of the National Water Safety Programme (NWSMP) suite of awards. Further guidance is available by accessing the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy - available online at RLSS UK. Book on a course To find your nearest NWSMP courses visit Course Finder or email us for more details at [email protected]. Manage Cookie Preferences