RYA Certificated Training
Inland Waterways Helmsman Certificate
Scottish Canals Reopen on 12th March
The Scottish Lowland Canals reopen, after their winter shutdown, on March 12th. This means that you can book an Inland Waterway's Helmsman Course for any time after this date.
| Aim: |
To provide the knowledge and techniques for the safe and responsible handling of craft on the UK's and Europe's network of canals and rivers. The course is designed for both novices and experienced boaters wanting to cruise inland waterways and unravels the mysteries of locks bridges and tunnels as well as basic boat handling. |
| Duration: |
1 day |
| Syllabus: |
Personal Safety |
| Rope work |
| Engines |
| Berthing and Moving off |
| Locks and Locking |
| Turning and manoeuvring |
| Load and weight distribution |
| Canal effect |
| Bank effect |
| Collision avoidance |
| Bridges and tunnels |
| Environmental issues |
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