Foundation Safety & Rescue Training

This training course aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and to be able to deal with common emergencies. These skills form the foundations for safety and rescue throughout British Canoeing qualifications.

The award has two purposes:

•   To provide the paddler with the necessary skills which will enable them to ensure the safety of themselves and others;
•   To provide the paddler with the appropriate rescue skills which can be used to help themselves and/or others in difficulty.