Critical Incident Support Services
Critical Incident Support Services (CISS)
Critical Incident Support Services (CISS) are available to support all members of Marine Rescue NSW who might be experiencing a traumatic or stressful reaction following their operational duties. This service is delivered with the support of the NSW Rural Fire Service.
As a member of Marine Rescue NSW, you might be involved in a critical incident at some stage.
This could involve:
- Search and rescue incidents (successful or unsuccessful)
- Body recoveries
- Boating accidents
- Abuse/assault from members of public
- Medical emergencies/injuries
- Resuscitation attempts (successful or unsuccessful)
- Coordination of radio communications and/or SAR response
- Supporting members of the family of missing/deceased/injured persons
All personnel will have different reactions to critical incidents or situations that arise during their volunteer service. It is important to note that it is the individual’s reaction to an incident that makes it critical for that person, not necessarily the size or the nature of the incident.
Critical Incident Support Services (CISS) are available to support all members of Marine Rescue NSW who might be experiencing a traumatic or stressful reaction following their volunteering duties. This service is delivered with the support of the NSW Rural Fire Service.
