RYA Tender Operator Course

Aim:

To teach tender driving up to the required standard to carry passengers and other crew members to and from the superyacht by day and night.

This course is designed to build on a candidate’s basic knowledge of power-boating and candidates should gain confidence in their own competence. They will have plenty of time for practice of techniques in working with a crew member and short-handed. It is important that candidates understand the emphasis of the course is ship to shore transfers, and associated skills rather than coastal cruising.

Candidates should gain an appreciation of their role as tender skipper and their responsibilities in addition to helming skillfully.

Course Structure

Topics covered include:

Launching and recovery, Yacht davits

Confined space maneuvering

Mooring, beach landings

Skipper responsibilities

Guest and crew management

Guest safety and care

Man over board practice day and night

Anchoring

Engine checks

High speed handling

Collision regulations

Buoyage

GPS Plotter and depth equipment

Communication afloat

Local rules and regulations

Emergency procedures

Useful Information

Course is 2 days at R4,900.00

Entry requirements: Must hold the RYA Powerboat Level 2 with coastal endorsement. It is recommended that candidates hold a valid First Aid Certificate and the RYA VHF/SRC certificate.