Introduction to Boatyard Basics

Introduction to Boatyard Basics

Description

For those interested in boats or working by the water, boatyards across the country offer many job opportunities for both experienced workers and newcomers. This course focuses on newcomers and is intended as a training resource for boatyard employees coming into a general labor position. It lays out the processes of some of the most common tasks related to these positions, as well as other performance and safety-related subjects, and concludes with a brief exploration of other more specialized boatyard roles that may become available as new staff members gain more experience.

Topics include:

• Antifouling preparation and coating

• Corrosion protection through anode replacement

• Detailing painted and gel-coated composite surfaces

• Shrink-wrapping for transport or seasonal storage

• Developing safe working practices

• Applying environmentally responsible working practices

Cost

• $95 for members

• $145 for nonmembers

Price Includes 

• 24/7 access to on-demand videos
• Chapter review knowledge checks
• Certificate of Completion 

Course Length and CEUs

• 2 hours

• 2 CEUs