The Bronze Medallion is the second step towards the lifeguarding certification in
Canada
Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, covering over , making it the world's second-largest country by tot ...
. The award is part of the
Lifesaving Society
The Royal Life Saving Society Canada, commonly known as the Lifesaving Society or LSS, is a Canadian registered charity that works to prevent water-related injuries through various programs across Canada. The Lifesaving Society is an independent ...
's Bronze series of awards. It teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. It is the prerequisite for
Bronze Cross; Standard First Aid with CPR-C and 16 years of age are the prerequisites for
National Lifeguard Service. The Bronze Medallion endurance swim requirement is in 12 minutes using any combination of strokes.
History
Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion program began in 1896 as Canada's first lifesaving certification program.
Prerequisites
The Lifesaving Society requires Bronze Medallion candidates meet the following prerequisites (award may be expired):
* 13 years of age, OR
*
Bronze Star
The Bronze Star Medal (BSM) is a United States Armed Forces decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for either heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone.
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References
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Canadian awards
Lifesaving