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Boating Safety

In this web-based Boating Safety course, learn how to operate your vessel securely in diverse weather circumstances, understand the mandatory safety gear, and prepare for a secure water trip.

Boating Safety

COURSE OVERVIEW

When you set sail on the water, safety is paramount. Each year, approximately 525 Canadians succumb to water-related accidents. Simple steps, such as wearing suitable floatation devices, refraining from drugs and alcohol, and thoroughly planning your trip can greatly lower this figure. For many, boating is an enjoyable pastime. The aim of this Boating Safety course is to ensure that you, your passengers, and other water enthusiasts stay safe.

The Boating Safety course is divided into five modules. They include:

  • Module 1: Familiarizing Yourself with Your Boat
  • Module 2: Essential Safety Equipment
  • Module 3: Duties of a Boater
  • Module 4: Running Your Pleasure Craft
  • Module 5: Handling Emergency Situations

After completion, you will be assessed with a final examination to evaluate your understanding.

COURSE TOPICS

Being a responsible boater requires knowledge concerning all aspects of your vessel, required safety equipment, operating procedures, and much more! By the end of this course, you should be able to

  • Decipher what you need to understand about your boat
  • Outline what safety materials and procedures are essential
  • Recognize the duties of every boater
  • Identify potential risks involved in fueling, operation, and navigation
  • Identify hazards and comprehend what to do in an emergency situation

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

About 45 minutes

PASS MARK

To earn a certificate of completion for this Boating Safety course, a score of 80% must be attained. If the pass mark is not achieved in the first attempt, participants can retake the course two more times.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 45 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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