RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) Level 2 (an IYT Worldwide Course)

Duration: 2 days

Prerequisites: Minimum of age 16, reasonable health

Assessment: Written exam and practical evaluation

Approvals: MCA

Price: $535

Expiration/Re-validation: None

Note: Many Mediterranean countries require a license to operate tenders or watercraft in their waters.

The course covers the following;
Safety at sea
VHF radio operations
Small powerboats and rigid inflatable boats
Launching and recovery
Anchors and anchoring
Nautical terminology
Boat handling under power
Man overboard procedures
Basic navigation and pilotage
Basic rules of the road (collision regulations)
Slow and high speed turns
Close quarters manouvering
Docking under average conditions
Departing dock or mooring
Beaching
Man overboard procedures

Limitations:
Covers vessels up to 15m (45’)
Driven by outboard motors
In fair weather
No horsepower limitations
No accommodation
Up to 20 miles from a safe haven