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SOYC Improve Your Skills (IYS) Page 2 of 5

Appendix of mandatory items to be demonstrated or discussed during an IYS for existing skippers  

Administration

  • Knowledge of Club rules and practices
  • Knowledge of Damage and Insurance claims process
  • Knowledge of paperwork and ships library

Safety

  • Adequate safety awareness
  • Practical knowledge of IRPCS sailing rules, lights, sounds and shapes
  • Location awareness at all times
  • Location and use of all safety gear aboard, including
    • Emergency tiller
    • EPIRB
    • Flares
    • Liferaft
    • Grab bag
    • Lifejackets
    • Radio
    • MOB equipment
    • First aid
    • Storm jib
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Fuel shut-off
  • Gas safety (main solenoid-operated shutoff and cabin tap off except when gas is lit and no "purging of lines")

Management

  • Adequate care and concern for crew members
  • Crew management
  • Adequate crew briefings
  • Trip planning including contingency planning  (SOLAS 5 passage planning)

 

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