Water Rescue Boat Operator

Water Rescue Boat Operator

Our free sailing essentials cover the basics that anyone who intends to take charge of a craft on the water should know, from basic seamanship to rules & regulations; this course is an excellent foundation for water sports enthusiasts.

The Water Rescue Boat Operator course pre-requisite learning. This course should be completed prior to attending the practical Water Rescue Boat Operator (Module 4) course.

Approximately 3 hours of learning.

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This online theory course prepares you for the Professional Rescue Module 4 Water Rescue Boat Operator course. You will cover essential knowledge needed before practical training, including COLREGs, basic navigation, and weather awareness. The focus is on safe boat handling, sound decisions, and operating confidently in dynamic rescue environments.

Upon completing the course, you’ll be issued Water Rescue Boat Operator, course prerequisites certificate.

Water Rescue Boat Operator Prerequisites

Issued on sucessful completion of the Water Rescue Boat Operator online course.

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Weather & Weather Forecasts

An introduction to weather, including forecasts and how to interpret them.

Weather & Weather Forecasting

  • I understand weather & how to interpret a weather forecast.

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Basic Navigation

An introduction to charts, interpreting their mearning and how to achieve basic pilotage.

Basic Navigation

  • I understand some basics about charts and pilotage in coastal waters.

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Collision Regulations (COLREGs)

An introduction to the collision regulations so you will know what to do if you come across another vessel.

Colision Regulations

  • I understand what to do when coming across another vessel on the water.

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