Water Rescue Services UK
Leading Water Rescue Company in the UK
Severn Access is proud to be a leading UK provider of expert water rescue and boat safety services. These services are essential for businesses that work in, on, or around bodies of water. We align with UK health and safety laws, including The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA), which places a legal obligation on employers to ensure the safety of their employees. With our services, you can help safeguard your employees from danger whilst staying compliant with UK law.
What is Water Rescue?
Water rescue is a specialized operation requiring expert training, advanced equipment, and a thorough understanding of safety protocols to manage emergencies in or near water. Whether it's retrieving a person from fast-moving rivers or safeguarding workers operating above or near water, this service plays a critical role in workplace safety.
Severn Access is uniquely positioned to provide exceptional water rescue services. With expertise spanning rescue operations in confined spaces, at height, and on water, our team is trained in advanced first aid, life-saving techniques, and industrial rescue scenarios.
Who Needs Water Rescue Services and Why?
Any activity near or around water carries inherent risks, making water rescue an essential service for numerous sectors. Employers across various sectors must take appropriate precautions when work involves water, as outlined in the HSWA and the Work at Height Regulations 2005. This applies most prominently to the following industries:
- Civil Engineering and Construction: Bridge repairs, dam maintenance, pipeline inspections, viaduct works.
- Utilities and Infrastructure: Water treatment, hydroelectric stations, sewer system inspections, drainage operations.
- Maritime and Offshore Industries: Shipbuilding, offshore wind farms, oil & gas platforms.
- Renewable Energy Projects: Tidal energy installations, solar farms near water, hydropower facilities.
- Emergency and Disaster Response: Flood relief, storm damage rescue, water-based evacuations, recovery operations.
- Agricultural and Industrial Sites: Irrigation maintenance, canal dredging, industrial runoff monitoring, aquaculture sites.
- Public Events and Recreational Activities: Triathlons, rowing regattas, swimming events, water sports festivals.
Ensuring a competent water rescue service is part of meeting the legal duty to reduce risks to workers and others to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).
What Can Severn Access Provide?
Severn Access offers comprehensive water rescue services tailored to ensure safety and compliance with relevant health and safety legislation. Central to our offering is our rescue boat, designed to meet the rigorous demands of inland and coastal water operations. Equipped with a powerful engine, it is well-suited for both rapid response and stable operations.
Our water rescue equipment is maintained to the highest standards and is designed to handle emergencies of every kind. This equipment includes:
- Man-Over-Board (MOB) recovery equipment
- Spinal boards and medical kits
- Defibrillators and medical oxygen supplies
- Personal flotation devices, life jackets, and survival bags
- Safety helmets, throw ropes, and reach poles
- VHF radios for clear communication during emergencies
- Scene lighting and torches for low-visibility operations
This equipment ensures we can respond to emergencies effectively while supporting employers in meeting their legal duty of care.
Our Highly Skilled Crew
Every water rescue operation is led by a fully trained and certified team. Typically, this includes a captain and two or more qualified safety operatives, all of whom bring expertise in swift water rescue, flood response, and industrial rescue techniques. The team’s skills extend to advanced first aid and medical care, ensuring casualties receive immediate attention if needed.
Our crew also understands the unique challenges of working in dynamic environments, including confined spaces, at height, and in unpredictable water conditions. This all-round rescue capability allows us to adapt to diverse scenarios with confidence and professionalism.
The skills and training of our crew also aligns with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), which require employers to ensure that any equipment used by workers is suitable, maintained, and handled by competent individuals. With Severn Access, you can be confident that both crew and equipment meet these standards.
How Our Water Rescue Services Work
When you engage Severn Access, we collaborate closely with you to assess the risks of your project or event. Our process begins with a site visit, where we identify potential hazards and create a detailed safety plan. This includes preparing emergency arrangements and ensuring that the right water rescue equipment and crew are on standby.
Once deployed, our team remains on-site, ready to act if an incident occurs—whether it’s a man-overboard situation, a medical emergency, or support for an ongoing project. Available around the clock, we ensure you have access to expert assistance whenever and wherever you need it.
Why Choose Severn Access?
Severn Access combines deep expertise in rescue services with an unwavering commitment to safety and compliance. Whether it’s rescue in water, confined spaces, or at height, our team ensures every aspect of your operation is supported by skilled professionals and reliable equipment.
By working with Severn Access, you demonstrate a commitment to meeting your legal responsibilities while prioritising the well-being of your team and others involved. Choose us as your partner in providing water rescue services that save lives and ensure compliance with UK safety laws. Get in contact with us today:
Email: info@severnaccess.co.uk or Call Us Now: 07968 967214
