Silver Medallion (IRB Driver) Candidate s Workbook VERSION 2 (Issued 1/11/2007) Candidate s details Surname: Given Names: Club: Date of Birth: Pre-requisite Awards Confirmed by Trainer: Bronze Medallion IRB Crew Boat Licence Sighted, Number: Exp Date: Boat Licence entered into Surfguard Trainer Name: Signature:
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PART 1: Introduction The IRB Drivers Candidate s Workbook contains training requirements and activities for candidates undergoing training in the IRB Driver s Certificate. It also contains candidate record sheets including a training log and self-assessment activities. This is one of four publications which supports training and assessment of the IRB Driver s Certificate. The other three publications are: The Powercraft Training Manual 6 th Edition. This manual is a resource for candidates, trainers and assessors that contains information on skills and knowledge relating to the Inflatable Rescue Boat and Rescue Water Vehicle. The Surf Life Saving Training Manual 32 nd Edition This manual is a resource for candidates, trainers and assessors that contains information on skills and knowledge relating to the Life Saver Victorian Recreational Boating Safety Handbook (December 2005) This handbook is produced by Marine Safety Victoria and contains information beyond the powercraft manual, particularly in areas relating to Victorian Boating regulations. Prerequisites for IRB Driver s Certificate A candidate must: Be a minimum of 17 years old on the date of assessment (16 years old to begin practical training). Hold a current SLSA Bronze Medallion Hold a current IRB Crew certificate Hold a Current Victorian Recreational Boating Licence (This must be assessed and obtained through Vicroads Life Saving Victoria 1
PART 2: Self Directed Learning Questions Candidates should use the following self assessment activities to assist in the development and understanding of relevant sections of the manual. Questions should be completed at the end of training of the relevant units. 1. What are the five key rules of the Powercraft Code of Conduct? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 2. List the seven steps of the fire on vessel drill. 3. Describe the procedure for correct lifting of heavy items Life Saving Victoria 2
4. Give two examples of manual handling aids for launching the IRB. 5. When moving an IRB around on a concrete floor, you should: a) Drag it slowly b) Slide it quickly c) Lift it clear of the floor d) Move it with a bouncing action 6. List the safety considerations when filling the fuel cell for the IRB. Life Saving Victoria 3
7. Label components of IRB as listed Life Saving Victoria 4
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8. What is the make of your IRB craft? a) Achilles b) Zodiac c) Arancia d) Gemini 9. What is the make of your outboard motor? a) Johnson / Evinrude b) Mercury / Mariner c) Yamaha d) Tohatsu 10. What is the horsepower of your motor? a) 20 b) 25 c) 30 d) 35 11. What type of craft do you have, and how many inflatable pontoon compartments does the craft have? 12. List the personal safety considerations when driving and crewing the IRB. 13. List ancillary equipment stored in the IRB Life Saving Victoria 6
14. As a driver what pre-operational duties would you direct crew person to complete? 15. To what pressure should you inflate the IRB? a. 2.5-3.5 p.s.i. -200-280 millibars b. 6.5-5.5 p.s.i. -380-450 millibars c. 3.5-4.5 p.s.i. -280-310 millibars d. 1.5-2.5 p.s.i. - 110-200 millibars 16. As a driver what post-operational duties would you direct crew person to complete? 17. When setting up the IRB for patrol you should: a) check the log book from the previous two patrols b) inflate till it s as hard as normal c) check fuel in cell is at the correct ratio d) ask the patrol captain what you should do 18. How do you know if the water pump is working? 19. The motor tilt lock is removed so that: a) The motor will tilt back and avoid undue damage b) The motor holds in tilt position c) The spanner sizings can be checked d) The motor tilts vertically Life Saving Victoria 7
20. When should a radio be worn in the IRB 21. Described correct method of calling your Club from the IRB to initiate a message on two-way radio 22. Why is it important to use a radio log? 23. What should be attached to the motor have in case of rollover? 24. When should the crew person to enter the IRB? 25. What would you direct the crew person do if the motor stalls in the break? Life Saving Victoria 8
26. Who would normally be seated on the port side pontoon when returning to shore? a) Driver b) Crew Person c) Crew Person and Patient d) Driver, Crew Person and Patient 27. As the boat approaches the beach when returning to shore, and the driver considers the propeller guard is about to hit the sand they should: a) Give the command out and jump out with the crewman b) Tell the crew person to jump out and hold the boat steady c) Switch off the motor, tilt engine inboard and place the gear leaver in neutral. Not necessarily in that order. d) Tilt the engine inboard and jump out with the crew person 28. When proceeding out through the surf, how should you negotiate large waves? 29. List the three recognised ways of removing weed from a propeller? 30. What is the fuel mixture for your motors? a) 25:1 b) 100:1 c) 60:1 d) 50:1 Life Saving Victoria 9
31. What sort of fuel is used in the outboard motors for IRBs? 32. How much oil should be added to a twenty litre fuel container? 33. After filling the fuel cell, what should the fuel cell be checked to ensure it is free from? 34. What are the main areas of wear on the IRB and what is done to minimise the wear in these areas? 35. What should inflation valves be washed out with? 36. How tight should spark plugs be done up? Life Saving Victoria 10
37. What is the most important safety step in performing a motor restart/rollover? 38. Where should a motor restart /rollover be conducted? 39. If the motor can t be re-started after a roll over, what should be done to minimize corrosion before taking to an outboard motor specialist? a) Tell the IRB Captain b) Remove the spark plugs then invert the motor into a large drum of fresh water c) Record the roll over in IRB log d) All of the above 40. Once a motor has been re-started after a roll over, it should be: a) Left for 24 hours to dry in a well ventilated area of the club b) Switch off, remove battery, wash in fresh water & place away from direct heat and sun light to dry c) Run for at least 2 hours at half speed d) Run for approximately 3-5 minutes in the test tank after patrol 41. On which side of the boat should the crew person or patient jump out if boat is being turned; a) On inside of turn b) On outside of turn c) It doesn t matter d) Over the motor so you land well clear of the motor behind the boat. Life Saving Victoria 11
42. If a boat is running around in a circle out of control, should the crew attempt to reboard the craft? a) Yes b) No c) Yes if the boat is going slow d) No leave it to the driver to attempt to reboard 43. If a crew person or driver falls out of the craft, what should they do to avoid injury? a) Dive toward the bottom b) Curl up in a ball c) Swim clear of the boat d) Hold on so you can t be hit by the motor 44. In carrying out a mass rescue, where patients are scattered, which patient should be picked up first? a) The patient closest to shore b) The patient furthermost out to sea c) The patient in most difficulty d) The patients closest together 45. When returning to shore with a patient, the driver should: a) Proceed at full throttle b) Follow a wave in c) Attempt to stop the boat in knee depth water to avoid beach impact. d) Return at half speed so the beach impact isn t too great Life Saving Victoria 12
46. When attempting a patient pick up it should be performed: a) just as the wave hits them b) in the middle of the break c) just after the wave has passed d) it doesn t matter as long as you get the patient in the boat 47. What position should the IRB be in when effecting a patient pick up? a) It doesn t matter as long as you get the patient in the boat b) Port pontoon closest to the wave c) Bow facing the wave d) All of the above 48. When should the crew person be directed to move across the boat for the pick-up? 49. List three different types of maps or charts. 50. Explain the characteristics of a marine chart and give examples of the marginal information. 51. List three pieces of navigational equipment and what they would be used for. Life Saving Victoria 13
52. Explain the difference between latitude and longitude and what do they measure. 53. If you travelled at a speed of 1 knot for 1 hour how far have you travelled? How can it be measure on a nautical chart? 54. What is magnetic variation and how can it be measured? 55. What is an access restriction and give an example of a man made versus a natural access? 56. What operational documentation needs to be used when planning and conducting a course? 57. What is the speed limit for vessels, except those conducting a direct life saving operation, when operating within a distance of 200m from a swimmer or bather on all Coastal Victorian Waters? (See Victorian Recreational Boating Handbook-Dec 2005) a) Five Knots b) Fifteen Knots c) Any Safe Speed d) Ten Knots Life Saving Victoria 14
58. List the speed regulations and distances for Victorian Coastal waters (See Victorian Recreational Boating Handbook-Dec 2005 59. List who has right of way in all of the following situations Powercraft meeting a sail boat Two powercraft meeting head on Powercraft crossing Powercraft overtaking In a narrow channel 60. Fill in the following Buoyage Light Rhythm table Rhythm Light Description Chart Abb. Flash FI Occulting Oc Isophase Iso Quick Flash Q Very Quick Flash Long Flash VQ LFI Group Flash FI(2) OR Life Saving Victoria 15
VQ(9) 61. Look at the following diagrams and explain what each buoy is and their purpose. Red Green Black/Red Yellow Life Saving Victoria 16
White/Red 62. List the characteristics of the four cardinal marks North Cardinal Mark East Cardinal Mark South Cardinal Mark West Cardinal Mark 63. Navigation lights on recreational boats are: a. red, white and blue b. red, green and yellow c. ed, green and white d. green and yellow Life Saving Victoria 17
64. Fill in the following sound signals table One short blast Two short blasts Three short blasts Five short and rapid blasts 65. What are the three main types of anchors and their uses? 66. What are the main points to consider when laying and retrieving an anchor? 67. To cross a surf line in an emergency what manoeuvre should the driver perfor m: e) put motor in reverse so it jumps as you cross the line f) remove knife from sheath in case the line snags the prop g) stop motor, put it in neutral then lift it to glide over the line h) drive hard at the line as fast as possible then lift motor just before you hit it Life Saving Victoria 18
68. You are towing a disabled jet ski when a large wave astern forces the jet ski to override the IRB. What unfortunate possibilities may arise and what can be done to rectify this? 69. Where would you attach a tow rope to the IRB? Life Saving Victoria 19
70. List the different demands for choosing appropriate personal protective equipment. 71. What are the main points to consider when preparing to tow a boat on the road? 72. In an out of hours response the first thing you do is a. Rush out and do the rescue b. Sit down and have a hot meal. c. Call LSVcomms and give a rough description d. Call the local hospital 73. What is the difference between a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) Type I and Type II? 74. What is an EPIRB and when must one be carried by law? Life Saving Victoria 20
75. List three different types of flares and in what situation would they be used 76. What is included in a Search and Rescue kit 77. In terms of planning for Search & Rescue define the following : Wind Current Ocean Current Tidal Currents Life Saving Victoria 21
78. Before embarking on a Search and Rescue mission what are the seven steps that need to be considered? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 79. When seated in an IRB in flat sea conditions, what is the average horizontal viewing distance: a. 2.5 kilometres b. 4.6 kilometres c. 6.4 kilometres d. 10 kilometres Life Saving Victoria 22
80. Outline the following search patterns and draw the appropriate diagram : Creeping Line Search Pattern Square Search Pattern Life Saving Victoria 23
Workshop Worksheet One 1) Plot coordinates of a significant point in your local area: S E 2) Find the location of the following coordinates Trainer to give co ordinates Location Life Saving Victoria 24
PART 3: Candidate s training logbook The Candidate s training logbook is made up of two components, the Log of hours completed during training and the Demonstrations of Skills. Log of Hours This log is to be used for in the break training. This log should be filled out, and show sufficient hours as to demonstrate competence in a variety of conditions. If on the day of assessment the prevailing conditions are considered to be too mild, the assessor may ask to view the logbook as further evidence in making his/her decision. To be counted as valid hours they must be witnessed by an IRB instructor or a Patrol Captain, who must sign in the instructors initials (INST INIT) column. DATE TIME IN HOURS. DRIVER CREW SURF SIZE COMMENTS INST INIT Total Hours Life Saving Victoria 25
ASSESSMENT TASKS TO BE COMPLETED DURING TRAINING The Log of Skills, In training Scenarios and Reflective Journal must be completed prior to submitting for final assessment. Candidates who have not completed this section will not be accepted for assessment. Log of Skills ACTIVITY 1 Demonstrate launching the IRB Observation Checklists 1. Pre-launch checks Craft fully equipped with all equipment servicable Engine switch 'ON' Fuel primed Motor in neutral Crew wearing appropriate PPE Sunscreen, Spray Jacket, PFD, Wetsuit, Cap for long hair 2. Drag IRB into water of sufficient depth 3. Basic starting procedure Pull starter rope while gripping throttle handle Retain starter rope until recoiled Board IRB maintaining grip on throttle handle 4. Order crewperson aboard and engage forward gear Competent DEPENDING ON SURF CONDITIONS APPROVED ALTERNATIVES MAY BE ADOPTED ACTIVITY 2 Observation Checklists 1. Position of driver and crewperson 2. Punching waves 3. Solo driving 4. Parallel running 5. Appropriate speed ACTIVITY 3 Demonstrate manoeuvring an IRB through the surf Demonstrate returning IRB to shore. Competent Competent Observation Checklists 1. Crewperson signal to return to shore 2. Crewperson directs passage of IRB 3. Select a wave to follow and move in behind 4. Select safe beach entry point 5. Tilt motor inboard 6. Drag IRB up beach and leave in draining position 7. Ensure motor switch is in 'ON' position and in neutral. Life Saving Victoria 26
ACTIVITY 4 Demonstrate a patient pick up. Competent Observation Checklists 1. Approach patient alongside port pontoon 2. Driver instructs crewperson moves across to port pontoon and grasps patient over armpits. 3. Driver assists by lifting the legs of patient inboard with left arm, while retaining throttle control. ACTIVITY 5 Refuel a fuel cell in line with organisational guidelines. Observation Checklists 1. Refueling operations performed in a well ventilated location 2. Ensure no-one is smoking near refueling operations 3. Ensure a fire extinguisher is available adjacent to refueling operations 4. Petrol freshly mixed to correct proportions as specified by manufacturer 5. Drum of mixed petrol and oil well shaken before transferring to fuel cell 6. Fill fuel cell 7. Ensure fuel cell is free of air pockets and the cap is screwed on tight ACTIVITY 6 Conduct a capsized vehicle drill. Competent Observation Checklists 1. Standing on opposite pontoon, pull roll-over rope to right IRB 2. Attempt to re-start motor (Conditions permitting) 3. Manoeuvre IRB towards beach, crew holding onto stern pontoon ropes ACTIVITY 7 Motor restart procedure Competent Observation Checklists 1. Ensure motor is switched 'OFF' 2. Remove motor from IRB & hose down with fresh water 3. Remove spark plugs 4. Drain the carburettor 5. Invert motor and pull starter 20 times 6. Insert petrol into cylinder heads 7. Clean spark plugs 8. Run engine for minimum of two hours ACTIVITY 8 Tow a disabled vessel. Competent Observation Checklists 1. Spliced loop is slipped over bow rope handle 2. Stainless steel snap hook clipped to disabled vessel 3. Towed boat should be observed constantly Life Saving Victoria 27
ACTIVITY 9 Demonstrate a tube rescue Competent Observation Checklists 1. Driver instruct crew to don rescue tube 2. Crewperson exiting boat on inside of turn when safe and on drivers instruction 3. On return to boat driver lifts patient into IRB followed by crewperson ACTIVITY 10 Transfer patient between vessels. Competent Observation Checklists 1. Driver should position IRB alongside the other craft so both positioned facing oncoming swells. 2. Crew from other craft should secure IRB via grasping pontoon safety lines 3. Patient is lifted across pontoon onto other craft ACTIVITY 11 Describe the procedures when craft capsizes. Competent Observation Checklists 2. If capsize is imminent driver should attempt to turn motor off 3. If time permits, the driver and crewperson should jump overboard and hang on to pontoon ropes to act as outriggers 4. If the IRB capsizes, crew should ensure each others safety, then driver and crew climb onto upturned IRB locate rollover rope and standing on the opposite pontoon pull on the rope. The IRB will quickly right itself. 5. If conditions permit the driver should attempt to restart the motor while the crew person acts as an out rigger hanging onto bow rope If unsuccessful or impractical the IRB is turned to face the shore and the driver and crew lay over the end of the pontoon and surf the IRB back to shore. ACTIVITY 12 Diagnose and rectify a basic motor fault. Competent Basic motor faults include, fuel line blockages, loose fuel connections, air or vapour in fuel cell, loose electrical connections ACTIVITY 13 Describe or demonstrate the correct stowage of anchor on craft Competent Anchors placed against transom Chain and rope neatly coiled Life Saving Victoria 28
ACTIVITY 14 Demonstrate Knot Tying Competent bowline reef knot round turn and two half hitches clove hitch ACTIVITY 15 Demonstrate patching a small whole in the IRB Competent ACTIVITY 16 Demonstrate IRB related lifesaving signals IRB Wishes to return to shore Message not clear, repeat Shark Alarm Pick-up swimmers Assistance required Competent Life Saving Victoria 29
In Training Scenarios ACTIVITY Training Officer should develop scenarios that cover all points Scenario One should include the rescue of a patient from the water and scenario two should include the towing of another vessel. Scenario will commence with a telephone report of an incident to club or branch/state radio base which is communicated to the IRB Driver. The incident should not be a call out to an incident between the flags or very close to the flagged area. Prevailing conditions such as tidal flows, prevailing wind or ocean currents should be included in the scenario. Where more than one IRB Driver is involved in the scenario they should be in charge of their own IRB or failing that should give the same level of input to the planning of the SAR and make their own notes*. Scenario One C/NYC & Trainer comments Scenario Two C/NYC & Trainer comments Team** discusses the information received and develops a plan of action covering the following points: Initial information received is recorded Skill level of team is considered to determine the safety of the team Further information required is sought(further info to complete PPPP) Charts are referenced to determine: o Hazards o Tidal currents o Entrance/egress points to water o Visual markers to aid in search(as appropriate) o To set co-ordinates of way points and incident location o Current estimated location of person/vessel Weather Current & Forecast are considered Route is set Time required to reach site is estimated Equipment appropriate to the situation is decided upon Team conducts SAR ensuring the following points are covered: Preoperational checks completed*** IRB Launched*** IRB Maneuvered safely in accordance with surf and other environmental conditions*** Position regularly reported to radio base GPS waypoints or landmarks are used to navigate to incident location/estimated position of person/vessel Arrival at location reported top radio base Search Patterns initiated if required Patient Pickup(s) completed on locating patient*** Return to shore***/launching site or alternate site if required At conclusion of the practical scenario the team should conduct a debrief. Each candidate should fill out their own copy of the log book and their Reflective Journal All assessment candidates should contribute to the debriefing. All operational logs are filled out. All equipment is recovered and restored ensuring operational readiness. Any faulty equipment is reported for repair **The team may vary in the scenario from the IRB Driver and their Crew person to a larger team that may include several IRBs and land based support ***When reviewing candidate skill the appropriate activity criteria should be referred to. Life Saving Victoria 30
Reflective Journal Reflective Journal On completion of your training scenario(s) you should take some time to reflect on how successful the scenario was and answer the questions below. These questions are to show understanding, if something did not go as planned during the scenario, explaining what went wrong and how you would change this in the future is just as valid as if everything was right first time. Q1 When on route to incident location, were there any sightings of hazards or other marine craft? Did this cause you to reconsider your course? If so, how? Scenario One Scenario Two Q2 How frequently did you report back to base? What was the reason for this level of communication? Would you change this in future? If so, how? Scenario One Scenario Two Life Saving Victoria 31
Q3 Did you find the target of your search? Did you use search patterns? Would you change this in the future? Scenario One Scenario Two Q4 Did you return to the location you launched from? If not, where did you return to? Scenario One Scenario Two Life Saving Victoria 32
Q5 What considerations were made in choosing to return to this location? Scenario One Scenario Two Q6 What equipment did you use during the scenario? What did you need to restore that equipment to operational readiness? Scenario One Scenario Two Life Saving Victoria 33
Q7 Is there anything not covered previously that you would change if required to respond to a similar situation? Scenario One Scenario Two Q8 Are there any recommendations about conducting SAR that you would bring to the attention of your club? Scenario One Scenario Two Trainer Approval of Journal Comments & Feedback Trainer Approval: Yes / No Trainer Approval: Yes / No Signature: Feedback: Signature: Feedback: Life Saving Victoria 34