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Testimonals:
"We would just like
to say a big thank you to Tom for his brilliant instruction on Thurs 28th
April on our boat on the Lancaster Canal. His relaxed style and constant
encouragement meant not only did we learn something but we enjoyed it as
well"
Ken and Karen
Hi Richard and Karen,
unfortunately back at work but feeling great after the holiday. Just wanted
to stay thank you again for the brilliant course, we both learned so much
and Nige said it was like being on the boat with a good friend who knew
everything rather than an instructor.
Nige and Barbara
Dear Richard,
Thank you for a terrific experience on the Inland
Waterways Helmsman's course on Wednesday. We seemed to cover such a lot in
the eight hours thanks to your thorough, patient and relaxed delivery of the
course. The 'hands-on' numerous experiences of leaving the berth, berthing
and securing the narrowboat, manoeuvring in forward and reverse, turning,
speed control, using locks and tunnels, rope work, safety and engine checks
etc. gave great confidence that we would be able to deal with virtually any
situation safely, if perhaps not as elegantly, as someone with more
experience!
The scenery was beautiful and we benefited from
lovely sunny, dry weather, even though it was February. A Canal Boat Escapes
holiday is something we look forward to.
Thanks again and best wishes, Nigel. |
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RYA Helmsman One Day Course
£110 per person
1 Day Course
Aim of Course
This course will help you:
Create
competency in boat handling.
Use
techniques to have a more enjoyable boating experience
Share your
experiences with your crew
Turn a
nervous boater into a confident one
Avoid
incidents turning into disasters
Course Notes
The RYA Inland Waterways Handbook will be sent to you when
you book.
Qualification
Successful candidates will receive the RYA Inland Waters
Helmsman’s Certificate
Deck Work
Explain common boating terms.
Handling ropes and fenders.
Throwing a coiled rope.
Securing to bollards, rings, cleats and mooring stakes.
Helmsmanship and Boat Handling
Loading and weight distribution of person when cruising or
grounded
Steering on the watercourse.
Control of speed.
Turning, 'winding' and reversing.
Berthing and unberthing alongside.
Recovery of man overboard.
Personal Safety
Identification of risks
Use of lifejackets and buoyancy aids.
Avoidance of personal injury
Boat Safety
Fire hazards
Use of fire extinguishers.
Watertight integrity.
Refloating after grounding.
Engines
Engine care.
Checks to be carried out before starting and while running.
Routine periodic checks.
Locks
General understanding of the importance of water
conservation.
Operation of locks.
Safety in locks.
Bridges and Tunnels
General understanding of operation of swing and lift
bridges.
Navigation of tunnels and emergency evacuation techniques.
Collision Avoidance
'Defensive boating' techniques.
Bye-laws and local regulations, including traffic signals,
signs and priorities.
Awareness of other National and Local regulations.
Care of Environment
Avoiding damage to boats, banks, flora and fauna.
Pollution avoidance.
Consideration of the environment including recycling and
water conservation
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