Take on a specialized role with the Emergency Response Official course. Designed for Community Officials looking to certify at local, provincial, and national levels, this training prepares you for critical decision-making positions. You’ll gain the expertise needed to serve as a Starter or Water Rescue Judge in technical lifesaving competitions.

Minimum 16 years of age, Lifesaving Sport Community Officials certification, min. 5 hr. experience at a sanctioned Lifesaving Sport event in a Community Officials role.

Emergency Response Official certification remains current for 24 months from date of certification. Only current Emergency Response Officials may officiate at lifesaving sport competitions. Emergency Response Officials recertify through the Society’s professional development point system.

The following resources must be obtained from the Lifesaving Society at the time of registration (if not already available to the candidate):

1. Canadian Officials Manual

2. ILS CompetitionRule Book (download in Rule Books)

3. Ontario Competition Rule Book (download inRule Books)

4. Lifesaving Sport Activity Log