Powerboating is a tremendous pastime. Cruising down a river through a picturesque city or town, smashing through waves down a coastal stretch or towing a banana boat on a lake, the possibilities for powerboating are as limitless as the water in front of you.
To practise this hobby safely and effectively however, you need the necessary qualifications. Like any discipline there are series of qualifications and training courses to ensure you can become the most proficient seaman out there.
In addition, in most European countries legally require those operating a pleasure craft to provide evidence of their competence on the water. Usually this is an International Certificate of Competence, which can be obtained through training with the Royal Yachting Association.
The RYA ICC is valid for five years after it is obtained, and is typically accepted as evidence that the owner has suitable proficiency in powerboating, in line with Resolution 40. It does not however supercede the need to comply with any regulations imposed by the company in which the boat is registered.
To apply for an RYA ICC you must be at least 16, a British national or resident, and have obtained the necessary prerequisite qualifications. The applicant must also provide evidence, either through documentation or through practice, that they are competent. The RYA Powerboat Level 2 and RYA Day Skipper practical course completion certificates are typically sufficient as evidence of your competence for your ICC application.
It should be noted that the ICC has six categories, and the certificate will only be issued for the categories for which competency has been demonstrated. These are Coastal, Inland, Power up to 10m LOA, Power 10m LOA and over, Sail and Personal Watercraft.
To practise this hobby safely and effectively however, you need the necessary qualifications. Like any discipline there are series of qualifications and training courses to ensure you can become the most proficient seaman out there.
In addition, in most European countries legally require those operating a pleasure craft to provide evidence of their competence on the water. Usually this is an International Certificate of Competence, which can be obtained through training with the Royal Yachting Association.
The RYA ICC is valid for five years after it is obtained, and is typically accepted as evidence that the owner has suitable proficiency in powerboating, in line with Resolution 40. It does not however supercede the need to comply with any regulations imposed by the company in which the boat is registered.
To apply for an RYA ICC you must be at least 16, a British national or resident, and have obtained the necessary prerequisite qualifications. The applicant must also provide evidence, either through documentation or through practice, that they are competent. The RYA Powerboat Level 2 and RYA Day Skipper practical course completion certificates are typically sufficient as evidence of your competence for your ICC application.
It should be noted that the ICC has six categories, and the certificate will only be issued for the categories for which competency has been demonstrated. These are Coastal, Inland, Power up to 10m LOA, Power 10m LOA and over, Sail and Personal Watercraft.
