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Element #4.5: The operator is able to: A: Stop the boat... B: from planing or cruising speed to within five boat lengths ensuring the wake does not overtake the stern and with consideration of passengers and gear.
Element #4.6: The operator is able to: A: Make course alteration... B: by smoothly changing direction 45° and assuming the new heading.
Element #4.7: The operator is able to: A: Cross waves or wakes... B: by using an appropriate angle of approach and controlling boat speed for the given wake/wave size and frequency.
Element #5.1: The operator is able to: A: Prepare the boat for arrival... B: by readying lines, equipment, and passengers for intended arrival maneuver.
Element #5.2: The operator is able to: A: Check for a clear approach... B: by confirming there are no conflicts between the boat’s intended actions and other boats and activities in the vicinity.
Element #5.3: The operator is able to: A: Bring the boat to a predetermined point... B: by using a stopping procedure; giving consideration to the type of destination, wind, current, and boat traffic; and coming to a full, safe stop within 12” (0.3 m) of the destination point.
Element #6.1: The operator is able to: A: Secure the boat at the destination... B: by using appropriate knots and lines; anticipating winds, currents, and tides.
Element #6.2: The operator is able to: A: Prepare the boat to be left unattended... B: by checking and/or securing systems and equipment.
Element #6.3: The operator is able to: A: Depart the boat... B: by disembarking using three points of contact.
Element #7.1: The operator is able to: A: Maintain a proper lookout during all operations... B: by demonstrating frequent 360° visual checks and identifying potential hazards.
Element #7.2: The operator is able to: A: Avoid collisions... B: by maintaining a proper lookout, assessing potential hazardous situations and taking early and decisive action (e.g., maneuvers needed for the crossing, meeting head-on, overtaking situations, and objects/persons in the water, etc.).
Element #8.1: The operator is able to: A: Return to man overboard... B: within 10’ (3 m) and in less than one minute.
Element #8.2: The operator is able to: A: Make physical contact with and secure man overboard... B: by taking action without injury to the person.
Appendix A: ABYC EDU-1 On-Water Recreational Boating Skills–Power American National Standard Appendix B: Integrating TSD information within Education Provider Materials Appendix C: Additional Resources Appendix D: Glossary of Terms 42 43 45 46 47 48 50 51 52 53 54
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This Technical Support Document was produced in part through USCG grant funds to develop National On-Water Skills Standards. VII ©2022 United States Sailing Association. Facilitated by Think First Serve.
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