Emergency response: Drowning incidents

Drowning emergencies can happen quickly and often without obvious warning. In hospitality settings such as pools, spas, resorts, and waterfront venues, recognizing the early signs and responding safely can save lives.

In this online course, you'll learn how to identify the real signs of drowning, respond safely without putting yourself at risk, and provide immediate care using recognized first aid frameworks.

This course builds on the foundations from the Emergency response essentials course and forms part of Typsy's wider emergency response training series.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to recognize silent drowning indicators, apply safe rescue principles, and provide lifesaving care using DRABCDE, CPR, and an AED when appropriate.

What you'll learn in the Emergency response: Drowning incidents course

• The signs of drowning, including silent and subtle indicators
• Situations where drowning is often missed
• When to check and act rather than assume someone is safe
• How to respond quickly while prioritizing your own safety
• How to use safe rescue principles such as shouting for help and reaching or throwing rescue aids
• When not to enter the water during a rescue attempt
• How to assess a casualty using the DRABCDE framework
• How to begin CPR correctly and use an AED when available
• How to place a casualty in the recovery position and monitor them until help arrives

And much more!

Who the Emergency response: Drowning incidents course is for

The Emergency response: Drowning incidents online course is designed for hospitality professionals working in environments where water-related risks may be present, such as hotels, resorts, spas, cruise venues, or waterfront properties. It is suitable for staff responsible for guest safety who may need to recognize and respond to drowning emergencies.