Competent Crew

Terminology and parts

• 1.1Uses correct nautical terminology for boat, rig and equipment
• 1.2Identifies parts of the hull, spars, sails and running/standing rigging

Setting, reefing and handing

• 2.1Prepares and hoists sails; reefs, shakes out and lowers under supervision
• 2.2Handles sheets and halyards on winches safely

Knots and rope handling

• 3.1Ties eight essential knots without hesitation
• 3.2Coils, secures, throws and heaves a line accurately

Onboard fire safety

• 4.1Knows location and use of extinguishers, fire blanket and gas isolators

PFDs, harnesses & jackstays

• 5.1Dons a lifejacket and harness correctly; clips on when appropriate

MOB response

• 6.1Raises the alarm and performs the actions expected of crew during MOB drill

Distress signals & liferaft

• 7.1Knows location and purpose of flares, EPIRB and liferaft

Life aboard

• 8.1Understands accepted behaviour with regard to rubbish, discharges, noise and privacy

IRPCS basics

• 9.1Has a basic knowledge of the steering and sailing rules

Tender handling

• 10.1Boards and disembarks a dinghy; rows or drives a tender safely

Wind and weather

• 11.1Recognises Beaufort force and the effect of wind on the sea state

Prevention & care

• 12.1Understands prevention, remedies and how to look after affected crew

Steering under sail and power

• 13.1Steers a compass course and by the wind, under sail and power
• 13.2Understands the effect of the rudder and propeller

Anchoring, mooring & watchkeeping

• 14.1Assists with anchoring, mooring and berthing
• 14.2Stands watch and keeps a lookout