Service and Repair of Inflatables
Course Overiew:
The course is ideal for Raft Guides, Boat owners, Mountain Rescue, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, Police, RYA Power boat instructors and anyone using commercial grade inflatable boats.
Defra Level :
Advised as part of Defra Standard of operation.
Pre Requisits :
None
Certificate valid for :
3 Years
Course Dates and Costs :
| Length | Start Date | Cost | BOOK |
| 1 Day | Tuesday 9th Jan- 2018 | £150 | BOOK NOW |
| 1 Day | Saturday 13th Jan -2018 | £150 | BOOK NOW |
| 1 Day | Thursday 8th Feb - 2018 | £150 | BOOK NOW |
| 1 Day | Saturday 10th Feb -2018 | £150 | BOOK NOW |
Course Information :
A classroom/ workshop based class aimed at equipping stores personnel and waterrescue or safety teams with the knowledge and practical skills to inspect and
maintain their water rescue equipment. The course meet the requirements of CFOA
Inland Water Technical Group and Defra‟s FRNEP who have identified particular
need for equipment inspection and maintenance.
Course Content includes :
- Introduction to Fabrics used on Construction
- Safety and Precauctions and COSHH
- Glues and Solvents
- PPE and Tools
- Cleaning and Replacement of Inflation Valve
- Cleaning and Replacement of Pressure Release Valve
- Repairing minor holes in PVC and CSM
- Operational Checks
- Drop Stitich Fabric Construction
- Cleaning and Storage of Inflatables
Remove and Install Thwart from Water Rescue Systems on Vimeo.
PRODUCT CARE GUIDES
PFD CARE GUIDE
Washing – rinse PFDs in clean, fresh water after each use to help reduce corrosion or degradation of materials.
Drying – drip dry PFDs out of sunlight. Frequent forced drying in drying rooms will shorten the lifespan of the material and foam.
Storage – hang PFDs on hangers from the shoulder straps. Avoid storing them wet or damp. Avoid stacking or boxing your PFDs for long periods – sustained compression will damage the foam.
HELMET CARE GUIDE
Washing – rinse helmets in clean, fresh water after each use to help reduce odour, corrosion or degradation of materials. The liner in a Shuck helmet can be removed and machine washed on a 30 °C cycle.
Drying – drip dry helmets out of sunlight and away from heat sources. Frequent forced drying in drying rooms will shorten the lifespan of the foam inserts and parts.
Storage – store helmets upright on a shelf out of sunlight. Do not hang helmets from the chin strap. Do not store helmets wet or damp. Avoid stacking your helmets, as sustained compression can damage the shell.
