4. Equipment

Rescue Water Craft (RWC)

Rescue Water Craft (RWCs) used in Surf Life Saving Australia must meet operational standards to ensure their reliability and effectiveness in rescue scenarios. Several models are approved for use within Surf Life Saving:

Approved Models:

• Sea-Doo
• Kawasaki
• Yamaha

For an up-to-date list please refer to the current SLSA Gear and Equipment List

All SLS approved models will have some minor modifications and safety features added to be able to be utilised for surf lifesaving purposes. This standardisation ensures consistency across all SLSA operations, training and interoperability.

*NOTE: Different models of RWC vary slightly in terms of layout and specifications.

All Operators must acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the components and specifications that make up the RWC they will be operating. Operators are encouraged to use the correct technical terminology for all components that are part of, or associated with the RWC, especially when detailing information in the RWC log.