Purpose
To provide policy and procedure for the function of marine rescue vessels in lifesaving operations in NSW.
Policy
Surf Life Saving marine rescue vessels are required to comply with the obligations outlined in the relevant Government Regulations, operating procedures, licencing specifications, and Lifesaving Service Agreements.
Procedure
A marine rescue vessel is defined as a rescue vessel that operates both short and long range in both surveillance and response operations.
Types of SLS Marine Rescue Vessels
- Jet Rescue Boat (JRB)
- Offshore Rescue Boat (ORB)
- Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB)
- Rescue Water Craft (RWC)
Scope of Operation – Patrol Season/Patrol Hours
A marine rescue vessel shall perform normal rostered patrols on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays within the patrolling season as outlined in each units Lifesaving Service Agreement and endorsed by the Branch and State.
A marine rescue vessel shall patrol, as a minimum, the State (and Branch if in extension to the State) patrol hours as outlined in the units Lifesaving Service Agreement.
Scope of Operation – Out of Season/After Hours
Marine rescue vessels shall be on call for response to emergencies 24/7, 365 days a year and be able to be “on water” within the shortest operation time.
Reference
Lifesaving Service Agreement
PSS 9.10 Low Light Operations