Personal Survival 2

Pupils must wear clothing throughout both awards, Everyday clothes must be worn e.g.;
Boys - swim wear, long sleeved shirt, long sleeved jumper and trousers.
Girls - swim wear, long sleeved blouse, long sleeved jumper and skirt or trousers.

1. to enter water of at least full reach depth using a straddle entry;
2. to tread water for two minutes with one arm out of the water (the raised hand to be above the head throughout, candidates may change arms twice throughout);
3. to swim 25 metres to a floating object;
4. to take up and hold the H.E.L.P. position for six minutes;
5. to participate in a "HUDDLE" for two minutes using any floating object for support with at least two other similarly clothed swimmers who may be candidates;
6. to swim 100 metres retaining a floating object;
7. to climb out from water of at least full reach depth without using the steps or rail;
8. to answer three questions on when the skills learned might be used.

Sample Questions

1. Which parts of the body lose heat most quickly?
2. Why should you not surface dive in cold water unless it it essential?
3. Why should you avoid jumping into unknown water?
4. If you have to swim during an emergency, why should you take the flotation aid with you?
5. When is the only time you should swim without a flotation aid?
6. Why is it most effective to H.E.L.P. or HUDDLE wearing a lifejacket?