Aquatic Training
Since 1996 ERRS has provided services to the Manitoba Government in the form of Beach Safety and Beach Patrol Services. We began our services at Winnipeg Beach and now include Grand Beach.
We have always strived to provide the best possible care to the public. That’s why we have always focused on exceeding the required training levels for staff and have participated in countless program reviews.
Our staff is among the highest trained Lifeguards in Canada. We service the Manitoba Beaches with staff that are all National Lifeguards certified in both Pool and Waterfront options by the Lifesaving Society. We also train in the areas of Boat Rescue, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Aquatic Emergency Care, and recently, we have introduced an Automated External Defibrillation program to the beaches.
In recent years, each beach has seen staff take training in the field of Prehospital care including the Primary Care Paramedic program. This has seen our standards of care increase far beyond the requirements stated.
ERRS has developed a Beach Patrol system that focuses on prevention, education, and minimization of hazards to patrons. We also strongly believe that the patrons must take an active role in the reduction of aquatic related incidents by remaining water smart. This means following the recommendations on the reduction of drownings by the Manitoba Lifesaving society.
For more information on the ERRS Beach Patrol, please feel free to contact us or if you’re an NLS Lifeguard and 18 years of age and would like to seek employment with ERRS visit our contact page.
Our Basic qualification for Beach Safety Officers are as follows:
- National Lifeguard Service Award
- Level C Health Care Provider CPR
- Standard First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care
- 18 years of age
- Valid Drivers License
Some additional qualifications we look for are:
- 2 - 5 years of Lifeguarding experience
- B.O.A.T. certification (Pleasure Craft Operators card)
- Boating experience
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Second Language
- Understanding the Mission of the Lifesaving Society
Out Sourced Services @ ERRS Inc.
ERRS Inc. has also developed a number of out sourced services in recent years. ERRS Inc. staff have provided on site Water Safety Supervision as Lifeguards and Boat Rescue Experts to The Motion Picture Industry and various local organizations including Manitoba Triathlon.
ERRS Inc. also provides various Aquatic related training programs including:
First Aid and CPR Training
Educational Programs in all the First Aid and CPR programs are available through ERRS Inc. including Health Care Provider CPR and Aquatic Emergency Care. ERRS Inc. proudly offeres Lifesaving Society Educational Programs.
B.O.A.T – Pleasure Craft Operator certification
This program is designed to meet Transport Canada requirements for licensure to operate pleasure craft in Canadian waters. As of September 15th 2009 all Canadians must hold certification.
Boat Rescue for First Responders
This program is idea for anyone who may be tasked with the rescue of others in a boating situation. Ideally suited for Fire Departments, Search and Rescue, and Sailing, Rowing, and Yachting coaches.
National Lifeguard Education
ERRS Inc. staff have years of experience offering the full spectrum of National Lifeguard programs and services necessary to ensure your facility is at the top of it’s field. We have also often developed in-service training programs, Emergency Action Plans, and program delivery models for facilities.
For information on any of these services, please contact Kevin Tordiffe @ Kevin@errs.org