Boat Handling Programme
This is the full programme covered (subject to individual need) during a whole-day session which typically will last for about 8 hours. A half-day session will normally cover the same but in far less depth with the accent being on deck work, boat handling and safety. important nautical terms ropes & fenders, useful knots coiling & throwing lines securing boat to bollards, rings & stakes listing & trim steering correct use of speed effects of "interaction" & transverse thrust turning coping with wind tying up & letting go using crew running aground operation of locks use of lines in locks safety precautions lock etiquette general care checks before start-up & whilst running understanding of gauges battery care simple periodic checks types & operation of bridges & tunnels deck & below deck safety equipment ventilation fire hazards & use of extinguishers storage of gas & petrol stern gland, weed hatch & other hull fittings and their watertight integrity anchor work avoidance of personal risks of injury 'man overboard' procedure and risk from shock life jackets & buoyancy aids hazards to & from children & pets knowledge of route bylaws, local & national regulations for safe practice including: - International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea signs & signals priorities canal etiquette environmental protection
As you can see there's a lot to cover
and at the end of the day you will feel as if you have been through a wringer! BUT It will certainly give you the confidence to carefully set off cruising on your own knowing that you have the ability to handle your boat. To discuss any particular requirements or to make a booking:- call me on |
