World Sailing Sea Survival
The World Sailing Sea Survival course was developed following the 1998 Sydney Hobart Race tragedy, which resulted in the loss of 6 lives. The aim of the course is to prepare skippers and crew for the worst possible scenarios which may cause accidents, emergencies, or abandonment.
During the course, students will have the chance to operate lifejackets, open life rafts, and practice survival techniques – all hugely beneficial should the need arise. We recommend this course to all sailors intending to carry out long passages. The certificate is also required by 30% of the crew taking part in the middle sea race, except for double-handed vessels where both participants should have the certificate.
The full course consists of theory sessions as well as a practical session, whereas the refresher consists of theory sessions only.
Previous Knowledge Required
- None
Topics Covered
- liferafts and safety equipment
- survival techniques and medical aspects
- the design of lifejackets
- search and rescue techniques
A fundamental part of this course is carried out in a pool. After your theoretical instruction, you will make your way down to a diving pool where you will get to grips with deploying a liferaft, assisting others, and various huddles, which are sure to benefit you and your crew in emergency situations.
Ability After Course
- Know how to deploy a life raft
- Know how to fit a life jacket correctly
- Be familiar with rescue techniques
