Trainee Watchkeeper/First Aider

Coastwatch West Fife
VO90785

Coastwatch is a volunteer based new, coastal safety and monitoring organisation made up of people from all walks of life, who have an interest in, and concern for the safety of coastal users on the Forth estuary. This includes shores, beaches, harbours at and around the West Fife Coast.

Coastwatch is NOT a rescue organisation - their role is to Spot, Plot, Report & Update.

Accidents happen and technology cannot spot a distress flare, children or adults in trouble, an overturned boat, a water sports enthusiast in difficulty or navigational hazards such as floating tree trunks.

That is why lookouts and volunteer watch keepers are an important service.

All necessary training is provided. So even if you don’t know your latitude from your longitude, but can spare a few hours per month, they would love to hear from you.

Coastwatch West Fife has recently gained Declared Facility Status (DFS) with HM Coastguard and now a full member of The Sea Safety Group) (http://www.seasafetygroup.org)

Experience required

They are looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals who understand the need for safety at sea. Full training to make your role worthwhile, interesting and rewarding will be provided.

Travel details

North Queensferry Harbour
Ferry Road
North Queensferry
Fife

Travel expenses

We wish to offer inclusive volunteering and are seeking funding to cover costs. Re-imbursement of travel expenses are currently being considered on a case-by case basis for all volunteers.

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Training details

The following self-paced course learning is offered;

Basic Watchkeeping, Coastguard Knowledge, Maps & Charts, Knots & Hitches, Weather and Tides, Distress Signals, Communications, Local Knowledge, Incident Command System, Vessel Identification

Relevant RYA (Royal Yacht Association) or Specialist Courses:

First Aid, RYA GMDSS VHF Short Range Operators Certificate.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

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Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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