| Aim: |
To
introduce the techniques used in powerboats escorting racing
fleets of dinghies and windsurfers, providing safety and rescue
cover for training fleets, and assisting in race management.
Techniques for canoes/kayaks and kite surfers will also be discussed. |
| Duration: |
2 days |
| Syllabus: |
Safety equipment |
| Assistance with race
management |
| Crew communication |
| Positioning in relation
to fleet |
| Standing off another craft |
| Coming alongside under
way |
| Dinghy (including high-performance)
rescue |
| Windsurfer rescue |
| Towing |
| Mark laying |
| Rescue of other water
users |
| Communication |
| VHF |
| First aid |