RYA powerboat level 2

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The RYA Level 2 Powerboat course is designed to teach boat handling and seamanship.   It builds on the skills learned in the powerboat level 1 course, however there is no requirement to undertake level 1 before attending this course.  Normally the level 2 course is conducted in conjunction with the level 1 course.  In addition to the subjects taught on the level 1 course, the followng topics are covered in depth:

 

• preparation
  • launching and recovery
  • safety equipment
  • lines and fenders
  • fuel tanks
• boat handling and manoeuvering
  • effects of current or tide
  • high and low speed manoeuvering
  • propeller controls
  • securing to a buoy
  • anchoring
  • leaving and coming alongside
  • man overboard
• theory and background
  • types of craft and engines
  • maintenance checks
  • IRPCS
  • weather forecasts
  • emergency action

This is a two day course which emphasises practical "on water" skills using our 7m RIB, Argo.  At the end of this training, drivers are able to demonstrate competence in boat handling in a variety of conditions and situations.  This is the minimum standard that all boat owners and drivers should aspire to.  The cost of the course is £250 and the minimum age is 12, however drivers under 16 years of age will have their certificates endorsed  to state they can use boats under the supervision of an adult.

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