Radio Operator Certificate

Award Summary:

The aim of this course is to provide members with knowledge and skills to perform basic radio communications.

Unit/s of Competency:

There are no units of competency currently aligned with this award.

Award:

On successful completion the participants will receive the SLSA Radio Operator Certificate.

Course content:

• Use communication systems and equipment
• Transmit and receive communications
• Maintain communications equipment

Pre-requisites:

• Candidates must be a minimum of 13 years of age on the date of the final assessment

Course Duration:

The duration of the Radio Operator Certificate course is approximately 6-8 hours. This course includes specific regional and local radio operations, frequencies, support groups and emergency protocols.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If you believe you already possess some or all of the skills and knowledge of this course, you may wish to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Consult the SLSNSW RPL Guide for Applicants available on the Participant Resources page of the SLSNSW website.

Course enquiries:

Please contact the Chief Training Officer at your Club. SNB Surfcom also runs these courses throughout the season.

Assessment:

Candidates will be required to demonstrate competency in all elements in the workplace. They will be required to complete activities that may include oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations of skills and performing scenarios.

Proficiency:

For this award to remain current, candidates must perform a proficiency check prior to 31st December each year.

Training/assessing:

Trainers and assessors for this award must be endorsed to train/assess Radio or Bronze Medallion.

Training resources for this course:

Forms:

• Training enrolment form
• RPL application form
• Participant evaluation form
• Training course report
• Multiday attendance sheet
• Assessors completion form

Manuals:

• Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue Manual (33rd edition)