It is important to maintain an appropriate level of physical health and fitness to ensure the safety of yourself as well as those for whom you hold a duty of care. SLSA follows the minimum standards of fitness testing set out by the International Life Saving Federation (ILS)[8]. Each patrolling member must take part in an annual skills maintenance session to demonstrate they meet the minimum fitness levels for duty.
SLSA has special provisions that allow those with permanent and limiting disabilities to take part in varying levels of activity. SLS members who wish to continue to undertake lifesaving activities while pregnant should refer to SLSA Member Support Guideline available in the SLSA Members Area Document Library.
Speak with your patrol captain before commencing patrol, or your trainer before commencing training activities, if you have any concerns relating to your level of fitness to perform lifesaving activities.