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RYA Day Skipper , Sailing essentials ,

Keeping Safe at Sea

Safety of the crew and vessel is the primary responsibility of the skipper. Ensuring you understand the safety kit available and how to use it is paramount to staying safe.

Learn about basic safety equipment & how to use it.

Approximately 3 hours

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Remaining safe at sea is the primary task of any skipper. Our responsibility extends to keeping the crew, passengers and vessel as safe as possible.

We need to know what safety equipment we carry, how to use it, and what preventative protocols to follow. Planning and preparation are vital aspects of safety, but being prepared for different eventualities can help if we get into difficulty.

Skills covered

This module introduces various safety equipment commonly found on recreational vessels. You’ll learn about the VHF radio DSC function and how to make a MayDay call, along with life jackets, flares and general advice on remaining safe at sea.

On completing this module, you’ll earn the safety insignia!

Safety

  • I’m better prepared to keep safe at sea.

Module downloads:

Downloadable resources are to support learning, not a pre-requisite for the sessions. You only need to download or print something if it helps your understanding of a topic.

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GMDSS VHF DSC Procedures for Small Boat Users

Stay Safe and Be Heard at Sea

This guide to GMDSS VHF DSC Procedures for Small Boat Users is designed to help you understand how to use your...

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GMDSS VHF DSC Procedures for Small Boat Users

Stay Safe and Be Heard at Sea

This guide to GMDSS VHF DSC Procedures for Small Boat Users is designed to help you understand how to use your...

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SOLAS No.2 Life Saving Signals Card

The SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) Life Saving Signals card, commonly called the SOLAS No. 2 card, is an essential tool for mariners and rescue personnel....

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Life Saving Signals Table

Maritime & Coastguard Agency lifesaving signals table, including pictures and descriptive information on the signals you can use when in distress...

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SOLAS V (for pleasure craft)

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency SOLAS V regulations relevant to pleasure vessels under 150 GT (Gross Tonnage).

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Safety Briefing Checklist

An important part of a skipper's role is to brief the crew prior to departure. The briefing may change depending on the experience of the crew or the...

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Engine Checks

A set of pre-departure engine checks to help prevent problems when at sea.

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Mayday Voice Message

This script outlines the message that should be broadcast on Channel 16 in the event you are in grave and imminent danger. It provides the structure for...

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    Module Includes

    • 3 Topics
    • 15 Sessions
    • 1 Exercise