Royal Life Saving Bravery Awards Structure

Community

Awarded to members of the general public who respond to emergency incidents. This category is open to both adults and children. It also includes responses from professionals acting in an ‘off duty’ situation.

Professional

Awarded to individuals who respond to incidents during their work for which they are trained but are not part of their day-today duties. This includes, but is not limited to, aquatic centre staff and police officers.

AWARD LEVELS

There are four tiered awards to represent the different actions taken, as well as to place them in an order which recognises the degree of difficulty and execution of the rescue.

The awards are listed below with a brief explanation of the criteria for which they may be awarded, culminating in the highest honour, the Gold Cross.

Bravery Commendation

In recognition of the provision of basic assistance in the event of an emergency or an attempt at a rescue/resuscitation. The award consists of a framed certificate.

Gold Star

For simple and normally expected rescue and/or resuscitation events, especially for professionals conducting their expected duties. The award consists of a framed certificate and a gold-plated star.

Gold Medallion

For rescue/resuscitation events for either the general public or professional sector, where the degree of difficulty is reasonable and/or outside normally expected conditions. The award consists of a framed certificate and a gold-plated medallion.

Gold Cross

For outstanding rescue/resuscitation events for either the general public or professional sector, where the degree of difficulty and/or the candidate's age/skill level is such that the committee recommends one of the highest awards. The award consists of a framed certificate and a gold-plated cross.