About this Course
You will be capable of helming a powerboat in a safety and support role for a wide range of sailing, kayaking and other activities on or near the water. You will understand search patterns and how to assist other small craft.
Syllabus
Boat preparation, boat handling, race management, rescue of sailing dinghies, windsurfers, canoes, kayaks and kitesurfers, towing, incident management & medical emergencies. Search patterns. Strategies for ensuring safety cover at water based events and water safety at shorebased events near the water. Role and limitations of SAR crew. Personal, crew and casualty safety. Includes endorsements for planing, outdrive, outboard, console control and tiller control.