The Bronze Medallion, instituted in 1892, requires proficiency in basic life saving and artificial respiration techniques and is used as a standard
of achievement throughout the British Commonwealth. The award emphasized swimming and life saving skills and is designed to demonstrate
that the recipients have the necessary physical strength and stamina to effect body contact rescues.
In 1933 a bar system was introduced for holders of the Bronze Medallion to maintain their Proficiency by means of subsequent re-examination.
No ribbon was issued, prior to 1933, but it seems to have been the common practice, when mounted for wear, to use a 1" or 11/4" dark blue ribbon.
Bars, for subsequent requalification, were introduced in 1933. |
