Sea Survival
Basic Sea Survival
An essential classroom based course for cruising boaties and coastal racing yacht crews.
Aim: To gain essential knowledge of sea survival techniques and equipment.
Duration: 4 Hours.
Qualification: Certificate of attendance.
Modules:
- History & legislation
- Accident, emergencies & equipment
- Safety equipment & planning
- Damage control
- Emergency procedures
- Distress signals
- Search & rescue procedures
Advanced Sea Survival
A comprehensive theoretical and practical course required by crew competing in offshore (category 1) races.
Aim: To gain detailed knowledge and practical competence in sea survival techniques and equipment.
Duration: 16 Hours (Two days).
Qualification: Advanced Sea Survival (Recognised by Yachting NZ & ISAF).
Prerequisites: None. Coastal yachting experience recommended. Water confidence required for wet drill.
Modules:
- General
- History, statistics and legislation
- Accidents and emergencies
- Equipment
- Safety and emergency planning
- Risk assessment
- Man overboard, life rafts and equipment
- Distress signals and responsibilities
- Wet drill
- SAR systems and responsibilities
- Fire precautions and fire fighting
- Medical care aboard
- Damage control
- Weather and forecasting
- Heavy weather techniques
- Storm sails
Sea Survival Tutorials
Price: Tutorial fees are variable throughout the country. Please obtain a quote from the venue of your choice.
Timetable: Please see the timetable below for details.
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