Boatman Training
Boatman Training equips learners with essential skills for operating push boats and barges on inland waterways. Key topics include handling tows, planning voyages with charts and GPS, navigating rivers safely under COLREGs, managing risks, using VHF radio, and responding to emergencies like man overboard or engine failure. Gain confidence to operate professionally and efficiently while prioritising safety in real-world conditions.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides practical training for safe inland towing operations. Participants learn navigation rules, communication protocols, and managing traffic at locks, bridges, and terminals. It covers vessel handling, route planning, river conditions, risk evaluation, emergency procedures, team coordination, and safety gear in realistic scenarios.
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Develop skills
- Master push boat and barge handling in river conditions.
- Plan safe inland voyages using charts, GPS, and AIS.
- Manage river risks by assessing hazards and briefing crew.
- Practice emergency responses for man overboard and fog.
- Apply navigation rules and VHF communication effectively.
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