Induction+Phase

= On satisfactory completion of this phase, crew will graduate with an **TRAINEE** certificate. =

Having completed the Coastguard Volunteer Application form and the security check and your application has been accepted by the Coastguard unit you have applied to join you will start on the completion of your Coastguard Certificate of Competence.

There are seven components to this **first** phase of your training. The SAR Theory Module introduces the concepts, knowledge and skills. There is a written test to support each module. The practical application of the knowledge and skills for this unit is developed through the SAR Practical Module. At each phase of your training there are also a variety of modules that are not SAR (Search and Rescue) based that you are required to complete. These are called 'Support Modules'.



SAR Theory Modules



 * Overview:** Coastguard rates the personal safety of its personnel as paramount. All SAR personnel are individually responsible for personal safety — for their own, and for that of their team members. Maintaining a high standard of safety must be the adopted culture accepted by the team to minimise the risk of personal injury. During a SAR incident emotions can become highly charged with the tendency to overestimate personal capabilities in a desire to render assistance. Over exuberance must be contained within the capabilities of your training and experience. Coastguard’s regular contact with the public will ensure that this safety image is seen as the norm and will ultimately enhance general safety standards.


 * Overview:** The aim of this training module is to provide Coastguard personnel with a general overview of marine Search and Rescue (SAR) in New Zealand. This includes the key organisations involved and the important role that Coastguard has to play. Trainees will also be made aware of the various titles, roles and responsibilities of different Coastguard personnel involved in SAR incidents. The New Zealand SAR system is unique, in that it consists predominantly of volunteers, all performing quite different roles. The fact that it delivers a highly professional service is testimony to the quality and training of these volunteers.



SAR Practical Module
Crew are required to participate in training exercises.


 * Crew member can describe possible medical effects of marine environment on human body.
 * Crew member can identify inherent hazards and safety considerations when using equipment on the Unit’s CRV.
 * Crew member makes appropriate choices for personal safety equipment, e.g. personal clothing and accessories (knives), etc.
 * Crew member can demonstrate the correct use and operation of the PFD as issued by unit. This to include oral and automatic inflation, and to be carried out whilst wearing floatation suit or equipment normally worn whilst on operational duty.

Support Training