4.1 Licences

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4.1 Licences

Purpose

To outline the licences required for specific roles within SLS.

Overview

All SLS personnel are required to hold the appropriate licences and be current and proficient in order to operate powercraft for lifesaving services.

Procedure

Rescue Vessels

Vessel operators are required to obtain appropriate licences, qualifications, or recognised exemptions in accordance with applicable legislation and SLSSA requirements.

A rescue vessel is defined as a marine vessel that operates both short and long range in both surveillance and response operations.

Holding a licence does not replace the requirement to hold relevant Surf Life Saving qualifications or endorsements.

Types of SLSSA Rescue Vessels

Jet Rescue Boat (JRB)
Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB)
Rescue Water Craft (RWC)

Drivers Licence (Motor Vehicles)

SLS personnel must hold the appropriate licence for the type and size of vehicle being operated.

Refer to SOP 5.1 – Lifesaving Vehicles and SOP 5.2 – Side-by-Side Vehicle (SSV).

References

Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DIT)

This document must not be displayed, including in a patrol room, or reproduced in any form, without permission from the Lifesaving Department, Surf Life Saving SA.

3.13 Gear and Equipment Disposal 4.2 Rescue Vessel Regulations/Exemptions