Swiftwater Rescue Trainer Recertification Prerequisites: Teach/co-teach a minimum of one initial or refresher Swiftwater Rescue/Swiftwater Rescue II programs within the three-year certification period Submit all Dive Rescue International (DRI) typed SWR class rosters and Emergency Action Plan within 10 days of class completion Ensure your mailing address, email address, department/organization or telephone number are up-to-date since your initial SWRT class or your last recertification. Contact us at [email protected] to update your trainer profile, if needed. Dive Rescue International strongly recommends the SWR Trainer complete the IADRS Watermanship Test annually in accordance with NFPA Standards. Requirements Complete the online SWRT recertification exam (with a score of 85% or higher) The following paperwork must also be completed for SWRT recertification: A signed copy of the Swiftwater Rescue Trainer Standards and Agreements A current Medical History Statement (does not need to be signed by a physician) Signed copy of the Statement of Understanding and Liability Release and Express Assumption of Risk Proof of current CPR Proof of current First Aid, EMT or Paramedic certification Departmental Sponsorship Letter (Sample Sponsorship Letter) Instructed one or more Swiftwater Rescue I and/or II certification or Swiftwater Rescue “Refresher” class(es) within the last three years and turned in all required paperwork (Student Roster and EAP). If you have already emailed in your typed Class Roster/EAP and we have processed the class roster(s), you do not need to email them in again. Optional: Digital photograph or selfie (for new trainer card)
