Safety Boat Operator Course
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Course information
Note - this IS an Australian Accreditied course - the system comes up with it isn't as we haven't linked it to the course as it's a free offering.
*Only 6 FREE spots available to MEMBERS ONLY*
Note Friday 6 March is reserved to cover theory at MBSC from 6pm. Please allow 2 hours. Dinner and drinks are available from the Club house.
If you have not completed a Power Boat Handling Course, there is an opportunity to tick this qualification off during this course.
This course provides the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools and outdoor recreation centres. You'll learn about race course design and practise on-water rescue of dinghies.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience - an RST is required.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to support their Sailing Club as a support boat for either racing or learn to sail courses. This course is also a prerequisite for becoming a Sailing Coach.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Safety Boat Operator completion certificate.
Note: This is not an Australian Sailing accredited course and instead is conducted by the school/club/organisation, outside of the Australian Sailing framework.