The state of Andhra Pradesh has one of the longest coastlines in . Every day, thousands of people visit beaches, rivers, and lakes for recreation. However, water-related accidents can happen unexpectedly — and tragically, around 91,000 people lose their lives to drowning each year in India.
To prevent such incidents, the (RLSS India) conducts Lifesaving Training Programs across the country, affiliated with the (ILS), . These programs empower students, youth, and volunteers with essential lifesaving skills — preparing them to act quickly in emergencies.
🛟 What is Lifesaving?
Lifesaving is a combination of knowledge, skills, and practical techniques to save people from drowning. It includes:
• Rescuing drowning persons
• Providing First Aid
• Performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Ensuring safe transport to medical care
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📘 What is Taught
The course combines theory and practical training:
• Water safety awareness
• Identifying dangers at rivers, lakes, and beaches
• Safe rescue techniques
• Using lifesaving equipment
• Emergency First Aid
• CPR Training
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🌊 How it Helps Society
Lifesaving training turns every trained person into a protector of society.
• Schools, colleges, and institutions can empower their students
• Volunteers, (NSS), (NCC) cadets, and adventure clubs can benefit greatly
• Swimmers and water sports enthusiasts can build strong water safety awareness
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💼 Job Opportunities
Certified lifesavers have opportunities to work as:
• Lifeguards at swimming pools, beaches, waterparks, and resorts
• Staff in government disaster management departments
• Emergency responders in police, fire, or rescue services
• Professionals on cruise ships, merchant navy, and adventure tourism industries
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📈 Course Levels
From 12 years of age
• Survival Swimming
• CPR & First Aid
• Safe Rescue Practices
From 14 years of age
• Pool Lifeguard Training
• Beach Lifeguard Training
• Flood & Swift Water Rescue
• Disaster Management Awareness
• Rescue Boat Handling
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🌟 In Summary
By learning lifesaving skills, you can save not only your own life but also the lives of others. These skills build confidence, courage, and open up career opportunities — while creating a safer society for everyone.
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Message from :
“Every lifesaver we train is a beacon of hope. Join us in our mission to create a nation of lifesavers — one home at a time.”
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📰 Article originally published in – Edition (10 September 2025). Reproduced here with credit.
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