Tender operating course

“Originally intended for operators responsible for ferrying passengers between Superyachts and the shore, this course is very useful for anyone operating a powerboat day or night with responsibility for carrying passengers.”

Designed in conjunction with the Professional Yachting Association (PYA) this course is intended to build upon a candidate’s basic powerboating knowledge and skills.

Course description:
This 2 day course is aimed to build on skills already learned on the RYA level 2 course. The course will run over two days and one evening.

Course content:
Safety & comfort for passengers
day / night navigation using electronics and traditional ways
people management ( embarking / disembarking )
local regulations
passenger safety and comfort
day and nighttime pilotage
understanding the hazards of ship to shore transport in the dark
operating with a crew member or short handed
emergency situations
close quarter handling

Duration
Two days of witch one evening/night.

Minimum age
17

Pre-course knowledge:

It is strongly recommended that candidates hold a :

• VHR/SRC license
• Valid first aid certificate

Optional Extras :
You may wish to purchase the RYA Powerboat and the Sea survival handbook, this is not required for the course, but you may find it useful reading.

Powerboat handbook direct link :

Buy RYA Powerboat Handbook at the RYA Shop

Sea survival handbook direct link : 

Buy RYA Sea Survival Handbook – 2nd Edition at the Shop