Learning Outcomes

List the duties of an IRB Driver

• List the safety considerations when operating an IRB
• Provide direction to an IRB Crewperson in all their operational duties
• Communicate effectively with Crewperson, the public and patients in the normal performance of duties

Drive an IRB

• Identify the components of an IRB motor
• Launch an IRB safely and efficiently
• List motor hazards in the surf
• Safely and efficiently negotiate the surf while driving an IRB
• Perform emergency procedures

Perform rescues in an IRB as a Driver

• Perform conscious and unconscious patient pick-ups
• Perform complex rescue operations including swimming rescues, sailboarder and kite surfer rescues
• Contribute to search and rescue operations; liaising effectively with other emergency response services as required

Prepare and maintain an IRB motor

• Perform pre-operational checks and preventative maintenance of the IRB motor
• Perform post-operations maintenance of the IRB motor
• Perform motor re-start procedure after submersion in the surf
• Report major wear and damage according to organisational procedures

Qualifications

The Silver Medallion IRB Driver provides participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively drive and manage an Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) in surf rescue operations.

Prerequisites

Bronze Medallion and IRB Crew Certificate.

Other Requirements

IRB Crew must be proficient in the Bronze Medallion. You must be at least 15 years of age on the date of the final assessment.