Courses & Certifications

Objective: To test the ability to perform the Expired Air Method of Resuscitation together with the knowledge of respiration, blood circulation and the heart.
Age Limit: None
Examiner: One (1) LSSM Grade 3 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: None
Pre-requisites: None
Award: A certificate

2. Elementary Certificate (Sijil Awalan)

Objective: To test self-preservation, swimming competence and non contact rescue at a preparatory stage to higher awards. The holder is NOT qualified to attempt a swimming rescue in deep water.
Age Limit: None
Examiner: One (1) LSSM Grade 2 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: Swim-wear
Pre-requisites: None
Award: A certificate

3. Intermediate Certificate (Sijil Perantaraan)

Objective: To test the ability of a more competent swimmer at a stage of preparatory to Bronze Medallion. The holder is NOT qualified to attempt a contact rescue in deep water.
Age Limit: None
Examiner: One (1) LSSM Grade 2 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: None
Pre-requisites: None
Award: A certificate

4. Bronze Cross (Palang Gangsa)

Objective: A test for the qualified life saver covering specialist rescue, knowledge and skills.
Age Limit: 14 years & above One (1) LSSM Grade 2 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: Swim-wear for Test item 3
- Men: Long-sleeved shirt, long trousers
- Ladies: Blouse, skirt or slacks
Pre-requisites:Bronze Medallion
Award: A certificate & a Bronze Cross Medal.

5. Award of Merit (Kurniaan Keistimewaan)

Objective: This is the advance test of a qualified lifesaver who must show ability to carry out effective rescues over longer distances.
Age Limit: 15 years & above
Examiner: One (1) LSSM Grade 1 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: Swim-wear for item 2.4 (See Syllabus)
- Men : Long-sleeved shirt, trousers.
- Ladies: Long-sleeved blouse / skirt or slacks.
Pre-requisites: Award: The Bronze Medallion
Award: A certificate & a Award of Merit medal.

6. Distinction Award (Kurniaan Cermelang)

Objective: This is the most advanced practical test of a qualified lifesaver who must show all-round ability of a high standard.
Age Limit: Examiner 16 years & above
Two (2) LSSM Grade 1 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: Swim-wear for item 2.5 (See Syllabus)
- Men : Long-sleeved shirt, trousers.
- Ladies: Long-sleeved blouse / skirt or slacks.
Pre-requisites: Award of Merit passed within the previous three (3) years.
Award: A certificate & an engraved medal

7. Instructor Certificate (Sijil Jurulatih)

Objective: A desirable qualification for those wishing to teach Life Saving up to and including Bronze Cross.
Age Limit: 16 years & above
Examiner: One (1) LSSM Grade 2 Examiner
Dress for Water Test: Swim-wear
Pre-requisites: The Bronze Medallion Award and member of LSSM
Lectures: Before taking the test, the candidate should attend, where possible, a course of lectures arranged by the Society to cover the syllabus up to and include the Bronze Cross. (Instructor’s Clinic)
Class: The candidate MUST train and present a class of NOT less than four (4) candidates for the Bronze Medallion of which three (3) of them (75% of the class whichever is more) shall be successful.
Award: A certificate

8. Pool Life Guard Certificate (Sijil Penyelamat Kelemasan Kolam)

Objective: To provide a life saving test for those responsible for the supervision of swimming pools. The candidate will be tested on fitness, judgement, self-discipline and the ability to observe and supervise a pool, respond to emergencies, administer First Aid, and communicate with the staff and bathers.
Assessment: The assessment is in two (2) sections and will be conducted by one (1) LSSM Examiner who will be appointed by the LSSM Chief Examiner. All parts of the practical assessment to be taken on the same occasion. The two (2) sections of the assessment should be completed within fourteen (14) days of each other. No more than four (4) candidates may be examined by any one Examiner.
Age Limit: 18 years and above.
Examiner: Two (2) LSSM Examiners appointed by LSSM Chief Examiner.
Dress for Water Test: Dress – Regular uniform. Where none is available, T-shirt, shorts/skirt and suitable footwear. Casualty – Swimwear.
Pre-requisites: The Bronze Medallion Award and should have completed a 24 hour training course prescribed by LSSM.
Award: A Certificate

9. Open Water Life Guard Certificate (Sijil Penyelamat Kelemasan Air Terbuka)

Objective: To provide a life saving test for those responsible for the supervision of water front/shoreline recreation/activities. The candidate will be tested on fitness , judgement , self-discipline and the ability to observe and supervise a designated area; respond to emergencies, administer First Aid and communicate with relevant people and Emergency services.
Assessment: The assessment is in two (2) sections and will be conducted by one (1) LSSM Examiner who will be appointed by the LSSM Chief Examiner. All parts of the practical assessment to be taken on the same occasion. The two (2) sections of the assessment should be completed within fourteen (14 days) of each other. No more than four (4) candidates may be examined by any one Examiner.
Age Limit 18 years and above. Examiner: Two (2) LSSM Examiners appointed by LSSM Chief Examiner.
Dress for water Test: Candidate: Regular uniform to be used. Where none is available, T-shirt shorts / skirt and suitable footwear. Casualty : Swimwear.
Pre-requisites: The Bronze Medallion Award and should have completed a 24-hour training course prescribed by LSSM.
Award: A Certificate Test Site: Sea / Lake/ Pool

10. International Life Saving Federation (ILS) Certificate

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