Objective

To introduce you to the techniques and skills used in safety and rescue roles when...
> escorting racing fleets of various types of craft
> providing safety cover for training fleets
> assisting with events & race management duties

Previous Knowledge / Experience

MUST hold the National Powerboat Certificate or equivalent. At least one member of a Safety Boat Crew should hold a First Aid and VHF SRC.
This is a great course for members of Emergency and Rescue organisations.

Duration

14 Hours / 2 Days
Safety Boat Certificate
Professional but Friendly Training and Activities
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Material Covered / Syllabus

Preparation of Boat for activities, Rescue Boathandling - holding station near various craft, Race Management - starts, mark mlaying etc., Dealing with Sailing Dinghies - single and multi handers, capsized, turtled, stuck in mud, Windsurfers, Canoes & Kayaks, Kitesurfers, Towing various craft - astern and alongside, multiple craft towing.
Also covers Boat Types and suitability, Incident management and Medical Emergencies, Care of Boat & Kit and Further Training.
At Aquatrek we also use capsized Thundercats and frequently do some work with the local Lifeboat and Helicopter when we run this course.
Joining Information

When:
Over 2 days.
Contact Us for dates.

What to Bring:
Waterproofs AND a wetsuit if you have them. We have a stock if you're stuck. We provide PFDs / Lifejackets.

Boats Used:
Jeanneau Rigiflex Numatic 400  and 6.7mtr Excalibur RIB - 'Nightvision'

Age:
It is illegal in Ireland for Under 16s to operate a powerboat capable of over 17 knots.
Under 12s may not operate a boat with an engine rated greater than 5 HP.




Price: €350

Booking: 
'Nightvision' plucks a live casualty from the water
Introduction to Powerboating
National Powerboat Certificate
Junior National
Powerboat Certificate
Recreational Powerboat Certificate
Safety Boat Certificate
Advanced Powerboat Certificate
Powerboat Instructor
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