Inflatable Rescue Boat Candidate Workbook
Contents Intro and how to use this workbook Qualification requirements
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Section One: IRB Crewperson Module Workbook Design and features of an IRB hull Fuel IRB hull setup Crewperson skills and technique IRB hull closedown Rescues IRB Crewperson Module workbook completion IRB Crewperson Module examination beach card
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Section Two: Senior Lifeguard Award - IRB Driver Workbook Design and features of an IRB engine Maritime regulations IRB engine setup Driving skills and technique IRB engine closedown Rescues Operations Senior Lifeguard Award - IRB Driver workbook completion Senior Lifeguard Award - IRB Driver module examination beach card
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Intro The IRB Candidate Workbook (IRBCW) is designed to help you prepare for your IRB Crewpersons Module and/or the Senior Lifeguard Award – IRB Driver examination. The IRBCW is also used to gather information about what you have learnt during the instruction phase of the IRB qualifications.
How to use this workbook
Only complete the sections applicable to the qualification you wish to gain. In some cases you will need to complete both sections of the IRBCW. More detailed information is outlined in the table below. Qualification wanted
Current IRB qualifications Workbook sections to complete
IRB Crewpersons Module
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IRB Crewpersons Module questions
Senior Lifeguard Award – IRB Driver
IRB Crewpersons Module
Senior Lifeguard Award – IRB Driver questions
Senior Lifeguard Award – IRB Driver
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IRB Crewpersons Module questions Senior Lifeguard Award – IRB Driver questions
e.g. If wishing to obtain the IRB Crewpersons Module, only complete the IRB Crewpersons Module questions. When you have finished the desired section it can be torn from the booklet, stapled and taken to your examination by your instructor. Any unused sections should be held by your club for use by other candidates.
Qualification Requirements IRB Crewperson Module (IRBCM) Minimum Age: 14 years Pre-Requisites: Surf Lifeguard Award (this must be currently refreshed) The IRBCM is made up of the following Units:
1. Crew an Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) 2. Demonstrate and explain the factors involved in the set up and close down of an IRB hull
Exam Components
(Crewperson Module only)
Candidate(s) must be accompanied by a Club representative who will have a completed workbook for each candidate i.e. • All relevant questions completed correctly • The front page of the relevant section completed by a Club Committee Member • The relevant workbook completion page filled out and signed by their instructor
1. Candidate Workbook Check
One randomly picked candidate workbook must be checked from each attending club. The candidate workbook checked MUST be completed satisfactorily, if not, the candidate must not complete the exam and all other candidate workbooks from the club must also be checked.
2. Theory Test
Candidates MUST PASS before progressing to the 3rd component. Correctly answer 36 out of 45 questions on the following subjects: Design and features of an IRB hull
Fuel
IRB hull setup
IRB hull closedown
Crewing skills
Rescues
3. Practical Test The following practical test components must be covered: IRB hull setup
Multiple patient rescue
Crewing skills
IRB hull closedown
Single person rescue
Qualification Requirements Senior Lifeguard Award IRB Driver (SLA-IRBD) Minimum Age: 16 years Pre-Requisites: Surf Lifeguard Award (this must have been held for at least six (6) months and be currently refreshed) IRB Crewpersons Module
Marine VHF Radio Operators Qualification Prior to sitting exam, complete a minimum of 10 hours driving
The SLA-IRBD is made up of the following Units:
1. Drive an Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) 2. Demonstrate and explain the factors involved in the set up and close down of an IRB engine
Exam Components (SLA-IRBD)
Candidate(s) must be accompanied by a Club representative who will have a completed workbook for each candidate i.e. • All relevant questions completed correctly • The front page of the relevant section completed by a Club Committee Member • The relevant workbook completion page filled out and signed by their instructor
1. Candidate Workbook Check
One randomly picked candidate workbook must be checked from each attending club. The candidate workbook checked MUST be completed satisfactorily, if not, the candidate must not complete the exam and all other candidate workbooks from the club must also be checked.
2. Theory Test
Candidates MUST PASS before progressing to the 3rd component. Correctly answer 48 out of 60 questions on the following subjects: Design and features of an IRB engine
Driving skills
Maritime regulations
Rescues
IRB engine setup
Operations
IRB engine closedown
3. Practical Test
The following practical test components must be covered: IRB engine setup
Solo driving
Engine reinstatement
Single person rescue
Driving skills
Multiple patient rescue
IRB engine closedown
Section One: IRB Crewperson Module Workbook Name: Date of Birth: Membership Number: Club:
I, endorse that the above named has satisfactorily completed the required sessions for the award as indicated and is a member of the Club named above. Signed: Club Committee Member Date:
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Design and features of an IRB hull 1. Draw a line from each of the boxes below to the correct location on the photos to identify the following hull components and features: A1
A2
PONTOONS
KEELSON
FLOOR BOARD
CARRY HANDLES
AUTO-BAILERS
SELF BAILERS
FUEL BLADDER CLIP ATTACHMENTS
CREW PERSON’S HAND GRIP
SIDE PONTOON LOOP ROPES
CREW PERSON’S FOOT STRAPS
FUEL BLADDER
BOW ROPE
DRIVERS HAND GRIP
DRIVERS FOOT STRAP
CREWPERSONS BOARDING HAND GRIP
A3
TRANSOM
FUEL LINE LOOP
A4
Design and features of an IRB hull 2. How many inflatable compartments does an IRB have? 3. Why must you ensure valves are in the closed position when an IRB is deflated?
4. What is the difference between ‘old’ valves and ‘new’ valves?
5. Why should ‘old’ valves be removed regularly?
6. Why should new valves not be removed from an IRB if it can be avoided?
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Fuel 7. What is the correct ratio for petrol: outboard engine oil for an IRB engine?
8. What should be done with the fuel bladder after patrol/training?
9. List the steps/precautions you would take to fill a fuel bladder.
B1
B2
IRB hull setup 10. Name three considerations that should be taken into account when using a foot pump to inflate an IRB.
11. What is the correct pontoon operating pressure?
12. What is the correct operating pressure for the keelson?
13. Why is it important not to over inflate an IRB?
14. Why is it important to inflate the side pontoons first?
15. Name one of the dangers caused by under inflation of an IRB.
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IRB hull setup 16. List the steps you would take to set up an IRB for operation.
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Crewperson skills and technique 17. Describe the procedures for re-righting an IRB after capsize.
F1 F1
18. Describe how to remove an IRB from its trailer.
F4
F5
F6
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Crewperson skills and technique 19. Describe how to move an IRB from sand to sea.
F7
20. Describe your role as a crewperson prior to boarding the IRB when in the water.
F8
Crewperson skills and technique 21. Name the two ropes that provide support for the crewperson.
F10
22. As a crewperson describe how you should position yourself when going over small broken and unbroken waves.
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Crewperson skills and technique 23. As a crewperson describe how you should position yourself when going over large broken and unbroken waves?
F12
24. What is your role as a crewperson when returning to shore?
F15
IRB hull closedown 25. List the steps you would take to complete an IRB closedown as a crewperson.
G2
26. Explain the correct procedures for conducting routine maintenance of an IRB.
G5
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Rescues 27. Describe how you would position yourself when completing a conscious patient pick up.
H1
28. What part of the body would you try to hold on to when lifting a patient into the boat?
29. Which way would you face an unconscious patient when lifting them into an IRB?
30. Once you have an unconscious patient in an IRB what do you do?
H10
Rescues 31. Explain how you carry a patient from the IRB?
H4
H5
32. When rescuing multiple patients in calm/still water, what could you instruct them to do?
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IRB Crewperson Module workbook completion The tables below identify the workbook sections and tasks that must be completed prior to attending the examination. The tasks in bold are those that will also be completed during the examination. Information on each task is located in the IRB Instructor Resources. IRB crewperson workbook completion table: Workbook Section
Tick when completed
Date
Tick when completed
Date
IRB hull Fuel IRB hull setup Crew person skills and technique IRB hull closedown Rescues
Task to complete prior to exam Setup an IRB hull for use Fill an IRB fuel bladder Crew an IRB in and out through the surf Perform a single person rescue Perform a multiple patient rescue Closedown an IRB hull after use
Instructor: Signature:
IRB Crewperson Module examination beach card Candidate name: Club: Membership Number: Venue: Date:
Test
Pass
Fail
Examiners signature
Theory paper IRB hull setup Crewperson skills Single person rescue Multiple patient rescue IRB hull closedown Examiners name: Examiners signature:
Pass / Re–Test
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Section Two: Senior Lifeguard Award - IRB Driver Workbook Name: Date of Birth: Membership Number: Club:
I, endorse that the above named has satisfactorily completed the required sessions for the award as indicated and is a member of the Club named above. Signed: Club Committee Member Date:
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Design and features of an IRB engine 1. Label the parts of the engine by filling in the spaces below (there are four photos, see over the page for the others), all spaces must be identified:
F
G
H
I
A
J
B C
K D E
L
M N
O
Design and features of an IRB engine A12
A13
A
B C
A C
B D
A14
D
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Design and features of an IRB engine 2. When would you need to reinstate an IRB engine?
3. Number each of the steps below (1-10) to give the correct order to reinstate an IRB engine. Remove spark plugs: remove both spark plugs using a spark plug spanner Replace spark plugs and lubricate powerhead: clean, dry and replace the spark plugs. Spray inside spark plug caps lightly with dewatering agent and refit to plugs. Spray powerhead lightly with dewatering agent. Run engine at sea: fit the engine to IRB, launch and run under load for at least 30 minutes. Flush carburettor: stand the engine upright, connect fuel line bayonet, pump fuel through the carburettor to ensure no water remains, retighten drain plug. Gather items required: dewatering agent, foot pump, fuel, screwdriver, spare spark plugs, spark plug spanner, flush tank and fire extinguisher. Pump water from the powerhead: tilt the engine so that the spark plug holes are facing down: Ensure kill switch is in OFF position and pull start the engine 20 times. Drain Carburettor: loosen the drain plug from the carburettor and tilt the engine, allowing water and fuel to drain from the carburettor. Run engine in flush tank: Place the engine in the flush tank and start engine, check the tell tale and run in tank for 10 minutes. Wash engine: hose the engine thoroughly including inside the engine cover with fresh water. Flush the cylinders with fuel: tilt the engine so that the spark plug holes are facing up and pour about half a cup of fuel mix into each cylinder. Hold the engine vertically and shake vigorously back and forth and side to side. Place the engine in a horizontal position (spark plug holes facing down). Ensure kill switch is in OFF position, pull start the engine 10 times.
4. After a capsize, if the IRB engine won’t start after repeated reinstatement attempts what must be done?
Design and features of an IRB engine 5. What must you do if a complete engine reinstatement cannot be done after submersion?
6. What areas of the propeller guard should be checked before operation?
7. What can occur if the wrong spark plugs are used?
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Maritime regulations 8. List the three areas where a 5 knot speed limit applies.
9. What does the blue and white flag below signify?
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10. In what direction do both boats alter course in order to avoid collision?
D6
11. Who is responsible for the safe operation of the IRB on the water? 12. When operating an IRB in a harbour, what side of a red marker should you travel? 13. Describe four internationally recognised distress signals.
IRB engine setup 14. List the steps you take to setup an IRB engine.
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E14
E13
15. What procedures do you follow when starting an IRB engine?
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E18
16. How do you know if the water pump is circulating water through the powerhead?
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Driving skills and technique 17. As a driver describe what you would do if you fell out? 18. What direction should you point the IRB when launching? 19. What should you do if the crewperson is having difficulty holding the IRB prior to boarding due to waves pushing it around? F6
20. When approaching the beach, at what point should the engine be switched off and tilted inboard? F33
21. How should you attempt to negotiate large broken waves?
Driving skills and technique 22. What should you do if a wave catches up to you from behind?
23. What should you do if the crewperson falls out? 24. For the list of situations below, detail the body positions and techniques you would adopt if solo driving. a. Launching off the beach:
b. Parallel running:
c. Surf driving:
d. Approaching waves:
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IRB engine closedown 25. List the steps you should take to closedown an IRB engine.
G7
G9
Rescues 26. What side of the IRB should a patient be on when you approach for a single patient rescue? H1
27. How can you assist the crewperson to bring an unconscious patient onboard?
28. What options do you have when confronted with a multiple patient rescue? 29. When returning to shore with an unconscious /injured patient what should you do?
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Operations 30. What should the Driver check before an IRB is placed on patrol?
31. What precautions must be taken prior to undertaking any IRB training during patrol hours?
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32. List the steps involved in repairing minor tears or punctures to the IRB hull.
Senior Lifeguard Award - IRB Driver workbook completion The tables below identify the workbook sections and tasks that must be completed prior to attending the examination. The tasks in bold are those that will also be completed during the examination. Information on each task is located in the IRB Instructor Resources. Workbook Section
Tick when completed
Date
Tick when completed
Date
IRB engine Maritime regulations IRB engine setup Driving skills and technique IRB engine closedown Rescues Operations
Task to complete prior to exam Setup an IRB engine for use Reinstate an IRB engine Drive an IRB in and out through the surf Perform a single person rescue Perform a multiple patient rescue Drive an IRB solo Closedown an IRB engine after use 10 hours of driving
Instructor: Signature:
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Senior Lifeguard Award IRB Driver examination beach card Candidate name: Club: Membership Number: Venue: Date: Test
Pass
Fail
Examiners signature
Theory paper IRB engine setup Engine reinstatement Driver skills Single person rescue Multiple patient rescue Solo driving IRB engine closedown Examiners name: Examiners signature:
Pass / Re–Test
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