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, following inland navigation rules and VHF protocols, assessing risks, and responding to emergencies like man overboard or engine failure to ensure professional and safe operations.

from 4 to 360h 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 via sound signals and radio, and managing traffic at locks, bridges, and terminals. It covers vessel handling, trip planning, river conditions, hazard evaluation, emergency procedures, team coordination, and safety gear in actual scenarios.
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Develop skills
- Master handling push boats and barges in river conditions.
- Plan safe inland voyages using charts, GPS, and AIS systems.
- Manage river risks by assessing dangers and briefing crew.
- Practice emergency responses for man overboard and fog situations.
- Apply rules of the road and VHF radio for clear communication.
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