Lifesaving

Lifesaving is the act involving rescue, resuscitation, and first aid. It often refers to water safety and aquatic rescue; however, it could include ice rescue, flood and river rescue, swimming pool rescue, and other emergency medical services. Lifesaving also refers to sport where lifesavers compete based on skills, technique, speed, and teamwork.

Lifesaving activities specialized in an oceanic environment are called surf lifesaving or coastal lifesaving.

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