There are a few different ways to get an unconcious surfer on a board to transport them back to shore, most of which involve a lot of steps.

Irish big wave surfer, fireman and rescue professional Peter Conroy came up with a faster flip to rescue a facedown floating victim using your a surfboard.

This is how it works:

1. Approach

2. Place your board on top

3. Wrap your arms around the board an grab the rails

4. Flip board + victim

5. Check for breathing

6. If not breathing apply rescue breaths

7. Back to shore

Peter Conroy is deeply involved with the Irish Tow Surf Rescue Club, and as such provides training on rescue’s and CPR in Irelands’ most hard core big wave spots.