Nautical Aids and Learning Tools

Downloadable Versions of some very useful learning and reference aids that mariners of all levels should have in their wheelhouse. These downloads are all formatted PDF for optimal application and will require Adobe Reader or other PDF reader program. If you do not have Adobe Reader click on the PDF icon to download a free copy.

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RHIOT Training Manual

Rigid Hull Inflatables (RHIs), or Fast Rescue Craft (FRCs) as they are sometimes called, assist in roughly 80% of the search and rescue incidents in the Coast Guard’s Pacific Region. It is essential that the operators of RHIs be professionally trained to handle the operational demands of their taskings.

Each year, in the Fall and early Spring, students from throughout North America come
to Bamfield, British Columbia to take part in the Canadian Coast Guard’s specialized
Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training or RHIOT School. 15 M.

Collision Regulations Made Easy Slideshow Presentation

A complete program to helping one understand the Canadian Collision Regulations. A full download of the power point slides and script (for instructors) can be purchased as well. This abbreviated but complete PDF is a good alternate for the student working towards a marine ticket of any level. 379K

Understanding Nautical Navigation - Lights

Understanding Nautical Lights - those often undifferentiating blips in the distant night horizon. You need to know them. Yet another great tool from the Canadian Institute of Nautical Sciences - one that will ensure you become familiar with any type of vessel that sails at night. 465K

Understanding Nautical Navigation - Shapes

A great program to help seafarers understand the language of shapes, flags and nautical navigational aids. This is good tool for those preparing for any level of nautical training and a fundamental part of the Canadian Collision Regulations. 378K.