At MSW Events, we specialise in providing dedicated water rescue and medical support for various waterside and water-based events. From competitive rowing regattas and triathlons to open water swims, kayaking races, and lifeguarded events, we ensure every participant and spectator stays safe in and around the water.
Our teams include fully trained swift water rescue technicians, qualified lifeguards, and HCPC-registered paramedics, equipped to handle emergencies on land or water. With access to rescue boats, shoreline response teams, and medical cover, we design tailored solutions that match your event’s scale and risk profile.
Committed to Purple Guide standards and best practice, we deliver proactive, reliable services for events across the UK — helping organisers meet legal and safety obligations with complete confidence.
Our Swift Water Rescue Technicians (SRTs) are trained to national standards in fast-moving water environments. Equipped with specialist PPE and rescue tools, they’re ready to act quickly and decisively in challenging aquatic conditions — from rivers to flood zones. Whether supporting endurance events, film shoots, or emergency response, our SRTs prioritise safety and speed.
Our professional lifeguards are qualified, experienced, and always alert. Covering open water swims, festivals near lakes, and beach events, they provide vigilant supervision, prevent incidents before they occur, and offer immediate rescue and first aid when required. Visible, approachable, and fully trained in CPR and lifesaving techniques.
We provide paramedic-led medical teams experienced in operating around water-based activities. Combining emergency medical care with water safety awareness, our clinicians deliver rapid treatment for incidents including drowning, trauma, hypothermia, and cardiac arrest — bridging the gap between water rescue and advanced medical care.
Our rescue boats and rapid response vehicles are fully equipped and ready for deployment. Manned by trained operators and medics, these assets provide fast access to casualties in hard-to-reach or remote aquatic locations. It is ideal for large-scale events or high-risk environments requiring a dynamic rescue capability.
Comprehensive water safety risk assessments are the foundation of safe event planning. Our experts assess tides, currents, entry/exit points, and environmental hazards to create effective control measures. We’ll work with you to mitigate risks before, during, and after your event — ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
No two events are the same. That’s why we deliver bespoke water safety plans tailored to your location, audience, and risk profile. We liaise with emergency services, assess resource needs, and ensure all procedures align with event objectives — from community swims to professional triathlons.
We proudly operate in line with The Purple Guide, the UK’s industry standard for event safety. From staffing ratios to communications, medical resources, and water access, our services exceed the recommended standards — helping you demonstrate due diligence and protect attendees, staff, and volunteers.
