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EDU-2 7/22
1 OPERATION #1: PREPARE TO DEPART The operator is able to: 1.1
1.2 1.3
1.4 1.5
A: Assess whether conditions are favorable for the length/time of the trip ... B: by obtaining weather forecasts and evaluating weather conditions, hazards to navigation, and other environmental factors.
A: Put on a life jacket … B: ensuring it is serviceable, fits properly, and is appropriate for the boat/activity.
A: Confirm all others on the craft put on their life jackets … B: ensuring life jackets are serviceable, fit properly, and are appropriate for the boat/activity.
A: Inspect craft systems and safety equipment … B: by completing a predeparture checklist noting legally required (state, federal) equipment, and manufacturer requirements appropriate for the intended trip and forecasted weather.
A: Prepare the craft for departure… B: readying equipment (e.g., secured, appropriate load, craft balanced, etc) and individuals (e.g., safety equipment, plan, etc) for intended departure.
2 OPERATION #2: LEAVE A DEPARTURE POINT NOTE: Departure point may be a dock, slip, mooring, ramp, shoreline, etc.
The operator is able to: 2.1
2.2
A: Enter and launch the craft … B: using appropriate techniques for the venue (e.g., kneeling on a stand up paddleboard [SUP] during departure, etc), keeping the craft upright with minimal rocking or loss of control.
A: Check for a clear departure … B: using a 360° scan to confirm a clear path of departure with no conflicts with craft's intended actions and boats/activities in the vicinity and ensuring that departure is not a hazard for others underway.
3 OPERATION #3: MANEUVER IN CLOSE QUARTERS The operator is able to: 3.1
3.2 3.3 3.4
A: Propel the craft forward … B: while maintaining proper grip and paddle/oar orientation along with trim and balance of the craft.
A: Stop the craft … B: within two boat lengths, using appropriate and effective strokes, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
A: Turn the craft from a stationary position … B: 180° to the right and left, within one to two boat lengths using appropriate and effective strokes, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
A: Move the craft directly sideways (*if applicable) … B: 10 ft (to each side) using proper techniques with appropriate and effective strokes, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
NOTE: This element is applicable when paddling a canoe, kayak, raft, or stand up paddleboard. 3.5
A: Propel the craft in a figure eight course (*if applicable) … B: around markers three to four boat lengths apart, using appropriate and effective strokes, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
NOTE: This element is applicable when paddling a canoe, kayak, raft, stand up paddleboard, or operating a classic dinghy-type rowboat.
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© ABYC. Used with permission from ABYC 50 This Technical Support Document was produced in part through USCG grant funds to develop National On-Water Skills Standards. ©2022 United States Sailing Association. Facilitated by Think First Serve.
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