PSS 12.3 RWC Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Purpose

To outline minimum uniform and PPE requirements for a RWC Operator.

Policy

Operators shall wear/have the following uniform/on their person when operating a RWC.

Procedure

Minimum Requirements

PFD	Australian Standard (AS) 4758.1-2008 Personal flotation devices (Level 50S) or the International Standard (ISO) 12402.6:2006 Personal flotation devices (Level 50) and meet the SLSNSW Equipment and Uniform Branding Guidelines. It is preferable that the PFD has a PLB pocket. Note: PFDs are to always be worn externally (not under a jacket or rash shirt).
Rash Shirt (if not wearing a SLS branded wetsuit)	SLSA Rash Shirt (long or short arm) Worn over wetsuit Worn under lifejacket
Wetsuit Shorts	Worn under patrol shorts or stand-alone
Radio and Radio Bag	SLSNSW endorsed radio and water resistant bag
Helmet	Yellow, red or chequered red/yellow. Must provide coverage of entire back, top and sides of head (including ears)
Spare Lanyard	To be stored in the glove compartment of the RWC or on driver.
Whistle	Whistle to be positioned on Lifejacket.
PLB	To be worn by operator at all times.
Swim Fins	Standard body boarding style swim fins (no dive fins).

Recommended/Optional

Wetsuit	Full suit or spring suit. If wetsuit is not branded with SLS then a yellow SLSA rash shirt is to be worn over the top.
Fin Belt	Available at all times by operator for fin carriage.
Jacket	SLSA Jacket	Note: windcheaters are not to be worn over the top of lifejackets.
Sunglasses	For the provision of eye protection for UV and sea-spray. Polarised glasses are recommended.
Booties	For the provision of added warmth and traction.
Gloves	For the provision of added warmth and grip-ability.