Boatswain
SI-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JI-1-Boatswain’s Mate)
Objective- Demonstrate the skill in naval rope work and boat handling
Pass or have passed the Boatswain’s mate badge
Be able to do the under mentioned
Eye splice
Turk’s Head
Chain splice
Be able to point a rope(any method) and apply West Country and Sail Maker’s whipping
Know the different kinds of purchase tackle and rig a “Handy Billy”
Be proficient in pulling a boat, canoe or sailing dinghy
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