NSW Police Force Test Information

FAQ's for Police Aquatic Assessment

• Who can conduct the Police Aquatic Assessment?

  A current AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Teacher.

• How long does the assessment take?

  The Aquatic rescue Sequence should take no more than 10 minutes. The sequence has been tested a number of times now and the slowest competent swimmer took 7 minutes to complete.

• Is the facility required to provide the relevant paperwork?

  No, we have them online for you to access just so you know what the form looks like but it is the applicants responsibility to turn up to the test with everything required to complete the test including the paperwork.

   

  Click here to view the paperwork.

• What am I required to fill out upon completion of their sequence?

  You are required to fill in a certificate of Aquatic Rescue Proficiency- the recruit undertaking the test should provide you with this.

   

  Click here to view a copy.

• What if they cannot complete it continuously?

  Continuously, for the purpose of this test means without stopping. The applicants must complete all tasks required without stopping, putting their feet down, grabbing the side or end of the pool. If they do stop they are considered not yet competent and need to book in to attempt the test again at another time.

• If the applicant is deemed not yet competent do they have to pay a fee again?

  Yes they do- it is $10.00 per assessment.

• How many attempts can an applicant have in one day?

  Each applicant is allowed one attempt only per day.

• What does the $10 fee include?

  The $10.00 fee includes pool entry and the AUSTSWIM Teachers time to conduct the assessment and fill out the paperwork. Your facility does not have to charge the $10.00 fee it is optional but your facility can not charge any more than the $10.00 fee.

• What is the best way to structure this test in the pool?

  Click here to view the NSWPF Aquatic Sequence Diagram. This is the best way to structure this test.

• What do the applicants need to wear?

  Long pants and shirt (light weight pants/ trousers or similar). If the recruit turns up with the wrong clothing you should refuse to conduct the assessment. Please Note: If your facility has regulations around materials that are not permitted to be worn in the pool, please remember to notify the applicant when booking their test so they can come appropriately prepared.

• Does the weighted object have to be a brick?

  No, it does not. Your facility is not expected to purchase special or additional equipment to conduct this test. Any object weighing roughly 2kgs is sufficient ie a hand weight etc.

• If the applicant is obviously not yet competent can I stop the test?

  Of course. If the applicant is struggling and you have already determined they are not yet competent please stop the test. Explain to the applicant why you have deemed then not yet competent and perhaps give them some advice on ways they can improve before they return to be reassessed.

• Who can I contact for further information?

  If you have any further questions relating to the process please contact the AUSTSWIM - NSW Business Centre on 02 9894 2077 or 1300 885 666 or the NSW Police Recruitment Branch on 1800 222 122