On this page you will find all information on LSV’s COVID-19 recovery support for lifesaving clubs. Support is being provided across four pillars being Financial Impact, COVIDSafe Planning, Membership Sustainability and Health & Wellbeing.
**** Note this is an information site for Lifesaving Club Officers, Administrators & Members*****
A total of $683,000 has been provided in fee relief and cash flow support.
The following actions have been taken for the 2020-21 year.
Affiliation fees waived.
Training award processing fees waived where online portal and Trainer App are used
Nipper capitation fees waived
Annual Administration Grant brought forward from December to August 2020.
The following additional grants have been made available through LSV’s position as an emergency service and a state sporting association:
Emergency Services Critical Maintenance and Repairs Program, with a total of $3 million (est) in grants, capped at $300K per lifesaving club.
Sport and Recreation Victoria Sporting Club Grants Program.
LSV completed an assessment to determine the COVID-19 financial impact on lifesaving clubs A summary is provided below.
PDF – COVID-19 Financial Impact on Lifesaving Clubs
Based on the assessment of the financial impact, LSV is discussing with the Victorian Government on ways to to provide sustainability support for lifesaving clubs to deliver critical water safety and lifesaving services to the community in 2020-21. A summary of the Search & Rescue services provided by LSV and lifesaving clubs in Victorian is provided below
PDF – Search & Rescue Capability Profile
NOTE: Given the high frequency of changes that are occurring throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, this document is effective as of the date indicated above and is considered out of date once downloaded or printed. This document will be updated as restrictions change from time to time and/or greater clarity is determined.
A COVIDSafe plan has been developed for each lifesaving club. These lifesaving club COVIDSafe Plans rerence LSV’s COVIDSafe Plan and provides tailored information for each lifesaving club. A sample is provided below.
COVIDSafe Coordinator Plan Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Coordinator Position Description | All activities | 14/09/2020 |
| 2 | Template | COVIDSafe Lifesaving FAQ | All activities | 29/09/2020 |
| 3 | Guide | COVIDSafe Coordinator Ongoing FAQ | All activities | 30/10/2020 |
| 4 | Video | COVIDSafe Planning – Introduction Video | All activities | 29/10/2020 |
| 5 | Video | COVIDSafe Plans Video | All activities | 30/10/2020 |
| 5 | Video | COVIDSafe Resource Change Log | All activities | 12/11/2020 |
| 6 | Guide | Communication Templates | All activities | 03/10/2020 |
| 7 | Guide | COVIDSafe Media Relations Guide | All activities | TBC |
| 8 | Guide | Social Media and COVID-19 | All activities | 19/11/2020 |
COVIDSafe Facility Access Plan Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Legal & Insurance FAQ | All activities | 11/10/2020 |
| 2 | Guide | COVIDSafe Emergency Access Guide (NO LONGER IN USE) | All activities | |
| 3 | Guide | COVIDSafe Cleaning Guide | All activities | 26/11/2020 |
| 4 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Facility Setup Checklist | All activities | 16/09/2020 |
| 5 | Guide | COVIDSafe Contact Tracing Guide | All activities | 16/09/2020 |
| 6 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Signage Checklist | All activities | 16/09/2020 |
| 7 | Template | COVIDSafe Signage Pack | All activities | 16/09/2020 |
| 8 | Reference | COVIDSafe Facility Access FAQ | All activities | 14/10/2020 |
| 9 | Reference | COVIDSafe Bunkhouse Checklist | All activities | 19/11/2020 |
| 10 | Reference | COVIDSafe Hospitality Pre-Opening Checklist | All activities | 27/11/2020 |
| 11 | Reference | COVIDSafe Hospitality Management Checklist | All activities | 27/11/2020 |
| 12 | Reference | COVIDSafe Hospitality Participant Checklist | All activities | 27/11/2020 |
| 13 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Special Event Process | Special Events | 12/12/2020 |
| 14 | Checklist | COVIDSafe BBQ Checklist | All activities | 15/01/2021 |
COVIDSafe Lifesaving Operations Training Plan Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Legal & Insurance FAQ | All activities | 11/10/2020 |
| 2 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Lifesaving Operations Training Checklist | All activities | 18/09/2020 |
| 3 | Guide | COVIDSafe Operations Training Exemption Guide (NO LONGER IN USE) | All activities | |
| 4 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Worker Permit Checklist (NO LONGER IN USE) | All activities | |
| 5 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Personal Health Checklist | All activities | 18/09/2020 |
| 6 | Guide | Skills Maintenance Guide 2020 – 21 | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 16/11/2020 |
| 7 | Template | Skills Maintenance Card 2020 – 21 | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 22/09/2020 |
| 8 | Guide | New Awards – Training Delivery Plan 2020 – 21 | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 23/09/2020 |
| 9 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Lifesaving Training Equipment Pickup Checklist | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 23/09/2020 |
| 10 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Training @ LSV – Schedule | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 30/09/2020 |
| 11 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Lifesaving Operations Training FAQ | Lifesaving Operations – Training | 30/09/2020 |
COVIDSafe Lifesaving Operations Plan Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Legal & Insurance FAQ | All activities | 11/10/2020 |
| 2 | Reference | COVIDSafe First Responder Checklist | Lifesaving Operations | 28/09/2020 |
| 3 | Guide | COVIDSafe DRSABCDS Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 30/09/2020 |
| 4 | Guide | COVIDSafe Modified Patrols Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 11/11/2020 |
| 5 | Guide | COVIDSafe Communicable Diseases Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 08/10/2020 |
| 6 | SOP | SOP 1.19 – Modified Patrol Operations (COVID-19) | Lifesaving Operations | 08/10/2020 |
| 7 | Guide | COVIDSafe Clinical Waste Disposal Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 08/10/2020 |
| 8 | Videos | COVIDSafe Patrolling Guide Videos | Lifesaving Operations | 10/11/2020 |
| 9 | Guide | COVIDSafe Donning Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 20/11/2020 |
| 10 | Guide | COVIDSafe Doffing Guide | Lifesaving Operations | 20/11/2020 |
| 11 | Video | COVIDSafe Donning and Doffing Video | Lifesaving Operations | 20/11/2020 |
| 11 | Guide | COVIDSafe Masks Advice 31122020 | Lifesaving Operations | 06/12/2020 |
COVIDSafe Member Development Programs
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Legal & Insurance FAQ | All activities | 11/10/2020 |
| 2 | Reference | COVIDSafe Nipper Program Guide (ALL IN ONE) | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 3 | Reference | COVIDSafe Nippers FAQ | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 4 | Reference | COVIDSafe Nippers Officer Position Description | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 5 | Reference | COVIDSafe Beach Setup Guide | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 6 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Nipper Program Checklist | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 7 | Template | COVIDSafe Club Nipper Program Information | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 8 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Age Manager and Water Safety Checklist | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 9 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Nipper and Parent or Carer Checklist | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 10 | Reference | COVIDSafe Modified Education Lessons Guide | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 11 | Reference | COVIDSafe Modified Skills Sessions Guide | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
| 12 | Reference | COVIDSafe Modified Games Guide | Nippers | 20/10/2020 |
COVIDSafe Aquatic Sport Plan Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | COVIDSafe Legal & Insurance FAQ | All activities | 11/10/2020 |
| 2 | Reference | COVIDSafe Officer – Aquatic Sport Position Description | Aquatic Sport | 22/09/2020 |
| 3 | Reference | COVIDSafe Sport Contact Tracing QR Code | Aquatic Sport | 22/09/2020 |
| 4 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Sport Training Checklist | Aquatic Sport | 22/09/2020 |
| 5 | Checklist | Fitness Programs | Aquatic Sport | 25/09/2020 |
| 6 | Checklist | COVIDSafe Surfboat Training Checklist | Aquatic Sport | 26/10/2020 |
| 7 | Reference | COVIDSafe Club Aquatic Sport Guide | Aquatic Sport | 19/11/2020 |
| 8 | Reference | COVIDSafe R&R Guide | Aquatic Sport | SLSA – TBC |
| 9 | Reference | COVIDSafe SportApp Entries Guide | Aquatic Sport | TBC |
| 10 | Reference | Aquatic Sport Safety Handbook | Aquatic Sport | 09/12/2020 |
Other Resources
| # | Resource Type | Resource Name | Used in | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reference | AGMs – Practical Guide – DRAFT | Admin | 14/09/2020 |
Managing Suspected and Confirmed Cases
The following can plan is intended to assist clubs to respond in the event of a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19, while awaiting formal advice from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Activity Guide
Summary of current restrictions and what is permitted.
Surf Life Saving Australia have launched a National Recruitment Campaign with a view to bringing volunteers back to their local Clubs, as well as welcoming a new generation of surf lifesavers. To align with this LSV have also developed a number of resources to support Clubs with their volunteer recruitment and retention activity, and to demonstrate vital steps that are being taken to plan for a COVIDSafe Season.
Clubs can access all recruitment campaign resources such as posters and social media assets using the link below to download a zip file of all the resources. Additionally, LSV have provided some short guidance notes on how to use these resources which can also be found below. Should you have any questions or need additional guidance on using these resources, please contact the Media Team via media@lsv.com.au.
Link to guidance notes on campaign resources: Click Here
Link to campaign assets zip file: Click Here
Template wording for key Club retention communications has been developed by LSV. This sample wording can be applied to your own Club branded letter heads, or Clubs can apply this to the recruitment campaign branded letter head below.
Volunteer Retention Template Letter – General Member
Volunteer Retention Template Letter – Operational Member
Sponsorship Retention Template Letter
Campaign Letter Head Template
Recognising and valuing the contribution of volunteers is essential to your Club’s retention activity. The following resources have been developed to support you with finding new ways to thank your volunteers.
