“The best boat crew training programs combine classroom instruction, shore side practical exercises, and technology with an abundance of underway time”
SoS delivers bespoke practical training, team or one-to-one tutoring, and independent reviews of your existing programme.
What we deliver
Small-boat seamanship
Basic seamanship, boat handling, and boating safety for new and developing crew.
Rescue scenarios
Man-overboard, towing, search patterns, casualty handling and emergency drills on your boat.
Jetski and rescue-craft operations
Operating and rescuing from personal watercraft in a SAR context.
On-scene coordination (OSC)
Education and practice for the coordination role at the scene of a maritime incident.
One-to-one coaching
Tutoring for individuals: coxswains, team leaders, and aspiring first-responders.
Programme review and development
Review of your training content, observation of sessions, gap analysis, and specific recommendations.
In person or remote
Boat operations and field exercises are conducted in person, at your boat and venue. Coaching, consulting, programme reviews and some scenario-based instruction can be delivered remotely. No prior experience is required — SoS works with beginners through to experienced coxswains, team leaders and managers.
Related
- Staffing — hire experienced boat operators, watchstanders and OSCs.
- Book & pay online for a training day or consulting engagement.
- Library — free water safety and SAR training material.
Contribute your training best practice
Share your training and operations best practice and become a potential contributor to the International Maritime SAR Database — part of the Knowledge Sharing for SAR initiative.
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