PADI Boat Handler Specialty Course: Unlock the Skills for Safe and Exciting Boating
Are you ready to expand your diving horizons and master the art of boat handling? The PADI Boat Handler Specialty course is designed to equip divers with the essential skills, knowledge, and procedures necessary for safe and enjoyable boating experiences.
This comprehensive course provides both theoretical understanding and practical training, empowering qualified individuals to independently plan and execute safe boat trips filled with fun and excitement.
Course Objectives:
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A. Enhance Your Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of boat handling, equipment, relevant laws and regulations, and effective communication methods with authorities. Gain the expertise needed to plan voyages safely and confidently.
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B. Master Boating Skills: Develop the ability to maneuver boats with precision and confidence, ensuring safe navigation in various scenarios and conditions.
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C. Plan for Safety: Acquire the skills to plan and organize every aspect of your boat trip, including collecting essential information such as weather conditions, tides, currents, fuel requirements, emergency action plans, and more.
Leave nothing to chance and ensure a smooth and secure journey.
Course Requirements:
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Prerequisite Certification: PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver, or an equivalent rating with proof of entry-level certification and a minimum of 4 Open Water training dives.
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Minimum Age Requirement: 15 years old
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Student-to-Instructor Ratio: 4:1
Training Schedule:
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Two-day training conducted during daylight hours, totaling 16 hours of instruction
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Continuous assessment throughout the course
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Coastal training and navigation are integral components of this certification
Student Requirements:
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Clothing: Suitable warm clothing (waterproof), hat, gloves, sunscreen, and appropriate footwear (wellies/shoes)
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PADI Advanced Open Water manual
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Logbook
What's Included:
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PADI Certification upon successful completion
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Life jacket and Drysuit hire
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Boat fuel
MCA Publications:
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GMDSS DSC VHF Procedure for small boat use
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Personal Emergency Radio Device
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Pleasure Vessels – UK Regulations MGN 489 (M)
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Guidance for Pleasure Vessels
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SOLAS V for Pleasure Craft
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Life Saving Signals
Enroll in the PADI Boat Handler Specialty course today and take your boating skills to the next level. Gain the knowledge, confidence, and certification necessary to enjoy safe and exhilarating adventures on the water. Contact us now to embark on this exciting journey!