D13.7 Equipment A heated pool, minimum depth 1.95m. Liferaft, maximum 8-man.
Lifejackets and wet weather gear. During the pool session students must wear wet weather gear and lifejackets. RTCs must make it clear in the booking information whether these are provided and whether a charge is made. Items provided by the RTC must be clean and suitable for the session.
D13.8 Practical session The practical session must take place in a heated pool, not the sea.
A pool lifeguard, other than the instructor, must be present during the pool session. (Additional safety measures may be required by the pool administration).
D13.9 Centre inspection Required at initial application stage and subsequently every five years.
Issued 12/07/2023. Information correct at time of publication. 135