Helmsman

SI-2 2(Corresponding badge for under 14 Yrs 6 months JI-2 Oarsman)

Objective:- Show basic skill in leading a boat’s crew

1. Pass or have passed the Oarsman badge

2. Show a knowledge of different types of local craft

3. Be able to identify parts of a rowing boat, motor boat, and a life boat

4. Be able to lead a crew of a boat, and be able to get the boat under way and come along side of another craft or jetty etc..

5. Be able to anchor correctly and also make fast to a Buoy.

6. Make a form of a sea anchor from available material in the boat, whilst hove to, and understand its use in an emergency.

7. tDiscuss the rules of road at sea and have a thorough knowledge of any local hazards peculiar to the local sailing waters