Almost a year in the making, NPLQ Gen 10 is the latest RLSS UK NPLQ edition. It is endorsed against the CIMSPA Lifeguard Standard, sits firmly within the apprenticeship framework, and is open to anyone aged 16 and over who can meet the course prerequisites. The qualification is designed for all pool lifeguards and helps leisure operators keep up to date with the latest lifesaving, lifeguarding, water safety and life support skills.

RLSS UK has worked with experts and academics to ensure the NPLQ continues to be fit for purpose for the industry and lifeguards are trained with the right skills and knowledge to carry out their role and keep swimming pool users safe. These include the University of Chichester, which has conducted research to shape and develop the content of the NPLQ, focusing on the effectiveness of methods for scanning and supervision and including the impact of training and intervention.

“Amendments to the qualification result from feedback from candidates, operators and RLSS UK Trainer Assessors, relevant research undertaken with educational establishments, and the latest industry information,” says Jo Talbot, commercial director at RLSS UK.

“We are 100 per cent confident that NPLQ Gen 10 will not disappoint, it’s the best NPLQ yet, and we cannot wait for our candidates and pool operators to experience the improvements and enhancements we’ve worked tirelessly on over the last 12 months.”