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EDU-2 7/22
4 OPERATION #4: OPERATE IN OPEN WATER The operator is able to: 4.1
4.2 4.3
A: Propel the craft forward in a straight line … B: 15-20 boat lengths using appropriate and effective strokes to maintain a constant heading, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
A: Turn the craft while maintaining forward motion … B: 90° to the right and left using appropriate and effective strokes, while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
A: Move the craft 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.
4.4
A: Move the craft backward … B: three to four boat lengths using appropriate and effective reverse strokes while maintaining directional control and while maintaining trim and balance of the craft.
5 OPERATION #5: ARRIVE AT A DESTINATION – MAKING FIRST CONTACT NOTE: Arrival point may be a dock, slip, mooring, ramp, shoreline, etc.
The operator is able to: 5.1
5.2
A: Check for a clear approach … B: confirming a clear path of arrival with no conflicts with craft's intended actions and boats/activities in the vicinity and ensuring that arrival is not a hazard for others underway.
A: Arrive at a destination point and exit the craft … B: using appropriate techniques for the venue (e.g., kneeling on a SUP during arrival, etc), keeping the craft upright with minimal rocking or loss of control.
6 OPERATION #6: SECURE THE CRAFT (PREPARING TO LEAVE CRAFT UNATTENDED) The operator is able to: 6.1
7 OPERATION #7: PERFORM GENERAL SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES The operator is able to: 7.1
7.2 7.3
7.4 7.5
7.6
A: Secure the craft and equipment … B: using appropriate techniques and anticipating winds, currents, and tides.
A: Maintain a proper lookout during all operations … B: by demonstrating frequent 360° visual checks and identifying potential hazards.
A: Avoid capsizing the craft … B: by maintaining proper body position and paddle/oar techniques.
A: Exit the craft after capsize … B: using proper body position and contact with the craft and paddle/oar (wet-exit).
A: Avoid cold water shock and hypothermia … B: by wearing appropriate clothing and gear for the venue.
A: Use essential safety equipment … B: by ensuring it is available on the craft and appropriate for the trip; following local, state, and federal laws and regulations; and employing safety equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
A: Propel the craft on an appropriate course … B: using the information provided by navigational aids (e.g., charts, buoys, landmarks) and hand/whistle signals.
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© ABYC. Used with permission from ABYC 51 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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