Post on 23-Feb-2016
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Stuart ScrimgeourRYA Powerboat TrainerNSPB Chief Powerboat Instructor
National Powerboat CertificateRYA Powerboat Level 2
Introduction & Welcome
Course LeaderInstructor Staff
Venue layout – Toilets & Changing FacilitiesFire Procedure
1st Aid ProvisionsCourse times
Site Rules – Do’s & Don'tsLake Layout & Hazards
Actions in the event of an Emergency
START POWERBOATING
Level 1
SAFETY BOAT COURSE
NATIONAL POWERBOAT CERTIFICATE
Level 2
ADVANCED COURSE
Structure of the RYA Scheme
• Further Options
InstructorAdvanced InstructorPowerboat Trainer
PWC Instructor
INTERMEDIATE COURSE
Course Contents
Theory
Launch and RecoveryBoat Handling UnderwaySecuring to a BuoyAnchoringLeaving & Coming AlongsideMan OverboardTurning in a Confined SpaceHigh Speed HandlingLow Speed Manoeuvres
Hull and Engine TypesIRPCSUse and Limitations of G.P.S.Towing & Being TowedRopeworkClose Down ProcedureMeterologyClothing & Personal Equipment
Practical
Clothing Preparation
TemperatureLocationTime afloatType of boatConditionsWind and sprayYour health
Entering the water?
Fleece inner suitSpray suitsWet suitDry suitSailing jacket and trousersTrainers / pumps / wet suit boots / wellingtonsHat and gloves
Considerations Possible Clothing
Life Jacket or Buoyancy Aid?
Wind Awareness
Sources of wind direction information
FlagsBurgeeSmokeBack of the neck or faceSailsOther boatsRipples on the water
Time to go afloat