Bronze Medallion

The Bronze course is usually run over a period of six to eight weeks, involving both theory and practical sessions conducted at West Beach SLSC. The final assessment will take place at a centralised location through a "bulk assessment" in conjunction with other Surf Clubs. 

The Bronze Medallion is aligned to the Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) qualification. Members can gain this qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning process. Contact Surf Life Saving SA for more information on this.

  • Prerequisites 

    • Minimum 15 years of age (on the day of final assessment)

    • Financial member of the Surf Life Saving Club

    • Completed a 400m flat water swim in less than 9:00 minutes (signed off by an authorised club person)

    This course qualifies you for 

    The Bronze Medallion is a nationally recognised qualification and teaches a range of activities in order to be able to perform all the basic requirements of a lifesaver:

    • Occupational Health and Safety

    • Beach types

    • Wave patterns

    • Currents

    • Resuscitation

    • First aid

    • Communication techniques

    • Radio communications

    • Multiple rescue techniques

    • Patrolling methods

  • All Training and Assessment aids can be found on the Member's Portal

    • BM Online Theory Learner Guide Trainer

    • BM Online Theory User Guide Candidate

    • BM Theory Assessment Book Guide

    • Candidates Bronze Assessment Guide

    • BM Trainers Guide

    • BM Assessment Scenario Guide - Wet

    • BM Assessment Scenario Guide - Dry

  • During the Final Assessment for the above award, candidates will be required to demonstrate the following: 

    • 200m Run - 200m Swim - 200 Run in under 8:00 minutes

    • Demonstrate radio operations

    • Demonstrate basic first aid

    • Demonstrate 10 signals

    • Demonstrate lifts and carries

    • Demonstrate board and tube rescues

    • Demonstrate spinal management

    • Demonstrate resuscitation and defibrillation

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