1943 POR - Coast and River Service Certificate
When a Ranger has gained the H.E.S. Armlet, or has worked at the basic training for at least a year, she may specialize and work for a Ranger Certificate. A Certificate is given for each section when a test in any one subject has been passed. The examinations of recognised outside societies should, where possible, be taken to qualify for Ranger Certificates.
COAST AND RIVER SERVICE
1) Hold the Signalling Transmitter Certificate
2) Have a knowledge of the various types of Naval and Merchant craft, the distinguishing marks of the ranks ant ratings of the Royal Navy, and the traditions, customs and etiquette of the sea.
3) Know the International code Flags, and the use of the International Code Book.
4) Know boat orders for small boats, how to handle a boat, the parts of a boat, boat hook drill, procedure in boats, and how to deal with a "man overboard".
5) Know the rule of the road at sea, lights, fog signals, stations, and distress signals, buoyage and elementary navigation and find the way at sea by the use of chart and compass.
6) Have a knowledge of winds and tides.
7) Be able to net and mend nets.
LIFE SAVER
(The test to be carried out in the following order)
1) Throw a life line to reach a person 20 yards away.
2) Show Schafer method of resuscitation, and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
4) Swim 50 yards in clothes (consisting of the following worn over a swimming costume; blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers, stockings, rubber shoes. The clothing should be of a normal nature and be properly fastened). At the tend of the swim the candidate may leave the water for the purpose of removing these clothes.
5) Perform in the water, in clothes, any one method of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yards as approved by the R.L.S.S.
6) Perform in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yards.
7) Pick up a brick from the bottom of the bath, at a depth of not less than 5 feet, and carry it to the side, holding it with both hands, and swimming on the back, a distance of not less than 10 yards. The brick to be picked up by means of a proper surface dive, with both hands. Diving off the side of the bath not allowed. Should the candidate fail at the first attempt she should do it successfully upon the next two attempts.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water (an inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available).
9) Swim at least 50 yards in good style by one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms and legs; c) back stroke, without use of arms, which should be folded; d) trudgeon; e) crawl.
MARINER
Either section may be taken to qualify for a certificate.
Sea Section
1) Sail a boat, tack, wear, reef, make and shorten sail.
2) Have a full knowledge of the Admiralty Chart of the waters covered by Boat and Charge Certificates, and some knowledge of local coast or river.
3) Know the neighbouring buoys, landmarks, beacons and leading marks, and have a knowledge of local tides and currents.
4) Know the rule of the road at sea and lights carried by vessels likely to be in the vicinity, and the danger and storm signals.
5) Fix positions by means of cross bearings both from land and sea, and keep a log for at least a month, registering the wind, weather, barometer and thermometer, as generally carried out at sea.
6) Know the construction and use of a lead line.
River Section
1) Sail a boat, tack, wear, reef, make and shorten sail.
2) Make a simple survey of the waters covered by Boat and Charge Certificates, giving main natural features, and be able to take soundings.
3) Be familiar with any locks, weirs, currents or other dangers to navigation in the area.
4) Know the rule of the road at sea, and on river or lake. Know what lights are carried by vessels under way and the danger and storm signals used at sea.
5) Fix positions by means of cross bearings. Keep a log for at least a month, registering wind, weather, barometer and thermometer.
6) Know the use and construction of a lead line.
SEA LORE
1) Have read the story of four well-known voyages of discovery ranging from the earliest days of shipping to the present time, and be able to describe the ships used, and the life on board.
2) Show a knowledge of the chief features of the ocean floor, and what is found there.
3) know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
SEAMANSHIP
1) Row a boat single-handed, bring it alongside a landing stage and make fast.
2) Know boating orders for small boats, boating procedure, and cox'n a boat's crew.
3) Have helped in the care and maintenance of a boat, and be able to do three of the following: a) caulk a boat, b) two types of whipping, c) put on a copper tingle, d) canvas patch, e) renew a painter, f) scraping, painting and varnishing, g) make a rope or canvas fender, h) leather an oar, i) strop a block.
4) Name the parts of a rowing boat, and know the various types of construction and woods used.
5) Demonstrate one method of life-saving in clothes, 20 yards.
6) Construct and know the use of a sea-anchor.
1947 POR - Coast and River Service
SEAMANSHIP
1) Signal and read messages in morse, by lamp or buzzer, at the rate of 15 letters a minute, and in semaphore, with flags, at the rate of 25 letters a minute.
2) a) Be able to use all the bends and hitches listed in the A.B. Test.
b) Make a long splice.
c) Be able to do three types of whipping.
3) Be able to handle a boat under oars, single-handed and with others; or alternatively, clause 2 of the Boating Permit.
4) Know the International Code flags, and the use of the Code Book.
5) Know the distinguishing marks of the officers, and of twenty ratings, of the Royal Navy.
6) Know the meaning of the buoys in use under the Uniform System of Buoyage.
7) a) Be able to box and to use a floating-dial compass.
b) Understand the Beaufort Wind Scale, and keep a daily weather log for one month.
8) Know the Rule of the Road in the following cases:
a) Two sailing vessels meeting (Article 17).
b) Two steam vessels meeting and crossing (Articles 18 and 19).
c) Steam vessel and sailing vessels (Article 20).
d) Overtaking vessels (Article 24).
e) Fishing boats to be avoided (Article 26).
9) Make one of the following:
Canvas bucket; canvas bag; rope or canvas fenders; strop a clock; netted article; ship in a bottle.
LIFE SAVER
(The test to be carried out in the following order)
1) Throw a life line to reach a person 20 yards away.
2) Show Schafer method of resuscitation , and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
4) Swim 50 yards in clothes (consisting of the following worn over a swimming costume: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers, stockings, rubber shoes. The clothing should be of a normal nature and be properly fastened).
5) Perform in the water, in clothes, any one method of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yards as approved by the R.L.S.S. At the end of the swim the candidate may leave the water for the purpose of removing these clothes.
6) Perform in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined) towing the subject 20 yards.
7) Pick up a brick from the bottom of the bath, at a depth of not less than 5 feet, and carry it to the side, holding it with both hands, and swimming on the back, a distance of not less than 10 yards. The brick to be picked up by means of a proper surface die, with both hands. Diving off the side of the bath not allowed. Should the candidate fail at the first attempt she should do it successfully upon the next two attempts.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water (an inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.)
9) Swim at least 50 yards in good style by one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms and legs; c) back stroke, without use of arms, which should e folded; d) trudgeon; e) crawl.
Holders of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) may be grated the Life Saver Certificate provided that they can also fulfil sections 4, 5, and 8 as stated above.
MARINER
1) Know how to sail a boat, demonstrating how to make and shorten sail, tack and wear, reaching and running. (This part of the test to be done under supervision, but without help or advice).
2) Prove herself a useful member of the crew of a sailing boat, obeying instructions quickly and intelligently.
3) Know the sailing terms in general use, helm orders, and the names of the different parts of the boat, sails and rigging.
4) Know the sailing rules (Articles 17, 20, 24), sound signals, and storm signals.
5) Know the salient points and landmarks within the area frequented when sailing.
6) Demonstrate the use of a hand lead-line.
7) Keep a weather log for at least a month, recording the wind, weather, barometer and thermometer readings.
SEA LORE
1) Have read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and be able to describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Have read the life-story of two British Admirals, and be able to give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Have taken an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year, and have kept a notebook showing what work the candidate has done on the boat.
(NOTE - The condition of the boat, and its gear and equipment, should be inspected as part of the test.)
2) Show how to scrape, paint and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Be able to do three of the following:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice, and a backsplice, whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew coper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different sorts of wood used.
5) Construct and know the use of a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line.
1950 POR - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
(The test to be carried out in the following order)
1) Throw a life line to reach a person 20 yards away.
2) Show Schafer method of resuscitation , and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
4) Swim 50 yards in clothes (consisting of the following worn over a swimming costume: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers, stockings, rubber shoes. The clothing should be of a normal nature and be properly fastened).
5) Perform in the water, in clothes, any one method of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yards as approved by the R.L.S.S. At the end of the swim the candidate may leave the water for the purpose of removing these clothes.
6) Perform in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined) towing the subject 20 yards.
7) Pick up a brick from the bottom of the bath, at a depth of not less than 5 feet, and carry it to the side, holding it with both hands, and swimming on the back, a distance of not less than 10 yards. The brick to be picked up by means of a proper surface die, with both hands. Diving off the side of the bath not allowed. Should the candidate fail at the first attempt she should do it successfully upon the next two attempts.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water (an inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.)
9) Swim at least 50 yards in good style by one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms and legs; c) back stroke, without use of arms, which should e folded; d) trudgeon; e) crawl.
Holders of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) may be grated the Life Saver Certificate provided that they can also fulfil sections 4, 5, and 8 as stated above.
MARINER
1) Know how to sail a boat, demonstrating how to make and shorten sail, tack and wear, reaching and running. (This part of the test to be done under supervision, but without help or advice).
2) Prove herself a useful member of the crew of a sailing boat, obeying instructions quickly and intelligently.
3) Know the sailing terms in general use, helm orders, and the names of the different parts of the boat, sails and rigging.
4) Know the sailing rules (Articles 17, 20, 24), sound signals, and storm signals.
5) Know the salient points and landmarks within the area frequented when sailing.
6) Demonstrate the use of a hand lead-line.
7) Keep a weather log for at least a month, recording the wind, weather, barometer and thermometer readings.
OARSMAN
The candidate must be recommended by her District Commissioner for a Guider and by her Captain for a Sea Ranger.
The candidate must:
1) Understand procedure to be taken to prevent accidents, and the standard of efficiency and courtesy expected of Sea Rangers afloat.
2) Manage a dinghy or similar craft, in response to instructions, which shall include getting under way, turning, backing, bringing alongside, and making fast.
3) Be able to pull an oar as a member of a boat's crew.
4) Throw a painter accurately.
For Sea Rangers, in order to ensure that weather conditions are suitable , permission to boat must be obtained from the Captain, or her representative, on the day that boating is to take place except in very safe stretches of inland waters where sudden storms do not make conditions dangerous. These areas must be approved by the County Coxswain or C.R.A.
In all cases the area where the certificate is to operate must be clearly defined by the examiner and/or other responsible person (i.e. the County Coxswain, District Commissioner, local boatman nominated by the District Commissioner.
SEA LORE
1) Have read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and be able to describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Have read the life-story of two British Admirals, and be able to give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SEAMANSHIP
1) Signal and read messages in morse, by lamp or buzzer, at the rate of 15 letters a minute, and in semaphore, with flags, at the rate of 25 letters a minute.
2) a) Be able to use all the bends and hitches listed in the A.B. Test.
b) Make a long splice.
c) Be able to do three types of whipping.
3) Be able to handle a boat under oars, single-handed and with others; or alternatively, clause 2 of the Boating Permit.
4) Know the International Code flags, and the use of the Code Book.
5) Know the distinguishing marks of the officers, and of twenty ratings, of the Royal Navy.
6) Know the meaning of the buoys in use under the Uniform System of Buoyage.
7) a) Be able to box and to use a floating-dial compass.
b) Understand the Beaufort Wind Scale, and keep a daily weather log for one month.
8) Know the Rule of the Road in the following cases:
a) Two sailing vessels meeting (Article 17).
b) Two steam vessels meeting and crossing (Articles 18 and 19).
c) Steam vessel and sailing vessels (Article 20).
d) Overtaking vessels (Article 24).
e) Fishing boats to be avoided (Article 26).
9) Make one of the following:
Canvas bucket; canvas bag; rope or canvas fenders; strop a clock; netted article; ship in a bottle.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Have taken an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year, and have kept a notebook showing what work the candidate has done on the boat.
(NOTE - The condition of the boat, and its gear and equipment, should be inspected as part of the test.)
2) Show how to scrape, paint and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Be able to do three of the following:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice, and a backsplice, whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew coper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different sorts of wood used.
5) Construct and know the use of a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line.
1953 POR - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
(The test to be carried out in the following order)
1) Throw a life line to reach a person 20 yards away.
2) Show Holger Nielsen method of resuscitation , and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
4) Swim 50 yards in clothes (consisting of the following worn over a swimming costume: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers, stockings, rubber shoes. The clothing should be of a normal nature and be properly fastened).
5) Perform in the water, in clothes, any one method of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yards as approved by the R.L.S.S. At the end of the swim the candidate may leave the water for the purpose of removing these clothes.
6) Perform in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined) towing the subject 20 yards.
7) Pick up a brick from the bottom of the bath, at a depth of not less than 5 feet, and carry it to the side, holding it with both hands, and swimming on the back, a distance of not less than 10 yards. The brick to be picked up by means of a proper surface die, with both hands. Diving off the side of the bath not allowed. Should the candidate fail at the first attempt she should do it successfully upon the next two attempts.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water (an inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.)
9) Swim at least 50 yards in good style by one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms and legs; c) back stroke, without use of arms, which should e folded; d) trudgeon; e) crawl.
Holders of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) may be grated the Life Saver Certificate provided that they can also fulfil sections 4, 5, and 8 as stated above.
MARINER
1) Know how to sail a boat, demonstrating how to make and shorten sail, tack and wear, reaching and running. (This part of the test to be done under supervision, but without help or advice).
2) Prove herself a useful member of the crew of a sailing boat, obeying instructions quickly and intelligently.
3) Know the sailing terms in general use, helm orders, and the names of the different parts of the boat, sails and rigging.
4) Know the sailing rules (Articles 17, 20, 24), sound signals, and storm signals.
5) Know the salient points and landmarks within the area frequented when sailing.
6) Demonstrate the use of a hand lead-line.
7) Keep a weather log for at least a month, recording the wind, weather, barometer and thermometer readings.
OARSMAN
The candidate must be recommended by her District Commissioner for a Guider and by her Captain for a Sea Ranger.
The candidate must:
1) Understand procedure to be taken to prevent accidents, and the standard of efficiency and courtesy expected of Sea Rangers afloat.
2) Manage a dinghy or similar craft, in response to instructions, which shall include getting under way, turning, backing, bringing alongside, and making fast.
3) Be able to pull an oar as a member of a boat's crew.
4) Throw a painter accurately.
For Sea Rangers, in order to ensure that weather conditions are suitable , permission to boat must be obtained from the Captain, or her representative, on the day that boating is to take place except in very safe stretches of inland waters where sudden storms do not make conditions dangerous. These areas must be approved by the County Coxswain or C.R.A.
In all cases the area where the certificate is to operate must be clearly defined by the examiner and/or other responsible person (i.e. the County Coxswain, District Commissioner, local boatman nominated by the District Commissioner.
SEA LORE
1) Have read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and be able to describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Have read the life-story of two British Admirals, and be able to give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SEAMANSHIP
1) Signal and read messages in morse, by lamp or buzzer, at the rate of 15 letters a minute, and in semaphore, with flags, at the rate of 25 letters a minute.
2) a) Be able to use all the bends and hitches listed in the A.B. Test.
b) Make a long splice.
c) Be able to do three types of whipping.
3) Be able to handle a boat under oars, single-handed and with others; or alternatively, clause 2 of the Boating Permit.
4) Know the International Code flags, and the use of the Code Book.
5) Know the distinguishing marks of the officers, and of twenty ratings, of the Royal Navy.
6) Know the meaning of the buoys in use under the Uniform System of Buoyage.
7) a) Be able to box and to use a floating-dial compass.
b) Understand the Beaufort Wind Scale, and keep a daily weather log for one month.
8) Know the Rule of the Road in the following cases:
a) Two sailing vessels meeting (Article 17).
b) Two steam vessels meeting and crossing (Articles 18 and 19).
c) Steam vessel and sailing vessels (Article 20).
d) Overtaking vessels (Article 24).
e) Fishing boats to be avoided (Article 26).
9) Make one of the following:
Canvas bucket; canvas bag; rope or canvas fenders; strop a clock; netted article; ship in a bottle.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Have taken an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year, and have kept a notebook showing what work the candidate has done on the boat.
(NOTE - The condition of the boat, and its gear and equipment, should be inspected as part of the test.)
2) Show how to scrape, paint and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Be able to do three of the following:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice, and a backsplice, whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew coper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different sorts of wood used.
5) Construct and know the use of a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either section may be taken for the certificate.
V/S (Visual Signalling - flags and lamp)
1) Semaphore
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, their single letter meaning, and be able to hoist them.
4) Know the phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as aid down in the Association's signaling pamphlet.
6) Record signals correctly.
W/T (Wireless Telegraphy - buzzer)
1. Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 30 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups of 4 figures each in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in the Association's signaling pamphlet.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
1957 POR - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally known, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a bathing dress.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognise six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognise five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.
1960 POR - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally known, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a bathing dress.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognise six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognise five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.
1960 (December) POR Amendments - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally known, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a bathing dress.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
SURF LIFE SAVER
1) Hold the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years).
2) Have a knowledge and appreciation of the potential dangers of the surf.
3) Be able to perform the Land Drill as set out by the Surf Life Saving Association of Great Britain.
4) Beginning with a surface dive, swim under water for 8 yds.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognise six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognise five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.
1961 (July) POR Amendments - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and the treatment of the apparently drowned.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally known, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a bathing dress.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
SURF LIFE SAVER
1) Hold the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years).
2) Have a knowledge and appreciation of the potential dangers of the surf.
3) Be able to perform the Land Drill as set out by the Surf Life Saving Association of Great Britain.
4) Beginning with a surface dive, swim under water for 8 yds.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognise six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognise five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.
1964 (March) POR Amendments - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and the treatment of the apparently drowned. Have attended a demonstration of the expired air method of artificial respiration on film or film strip, or performed live by a qualified demonstrator.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally known, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a bathing dress.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
SKIN DIVER
1) Have passed the Endurance Test.
2) Float on back for 5 minutes (hand and leg movement permitted).
3) Be aware of the dangers of anoxia and of eardrum rupture. Be able to 'clear ears' by pressure equalization through the eustachian tubes.
4) a) Submerge basic equipment, recover by duck diving, and fit whilst treading water.
b) Fin 200 yds. diving to bottom every 25 yds.
c) Fin 15 yds. under water.
d) Hold breath for 30 seconds under water.
e) Perform consecutively three forward rolls and three backward rolls. (Breathing between rolls is permitted).
f) Fin 50 yds. with face submerged (using fins and snorkel tube but no mask).
5) Fin 500 yds. in open water.
6) Surface dive to the 18-21 ft. level.
Note: 4-6 to be completed with use of basic equipment of fins, mask, and snorkel tube. (The snorkel must be of the single bend, open-end type; nose clips must not be worn).
SURF LIFE SAVER
1) Hold the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years).
2) Have a knowledge and appreciation of the potential dangers of the surf.
3) Be able to perform the Land Drill as set out by the Surf Life Saving Association of Great Britain.
4) Beginning with a surface dive, swim under water for 8 yds.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognise six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognise five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.
1965 (July) POR Amendments - Coast and River Service
LIFE SAVER
1) Throw a life-line to reach a person at least 15 yds. away.
2) Demonstrate the Holger Nielsen method of artificial respiration, and, using a manikin or mask, the expired air mouth to nose method, and mouth to mouth method. Demonstrate the action to be takin incase of vomiting by the patient, and if air enters the patient's stomach.
3) Perform the land drill for the four methods of rescue and the three methods of release, as set out in the Handbook of the Royal Life Saving Society. (Complete words of command may be used, as for the Intermediate Certificate of the R.L.S.S.)
The following clauses are to be carried out in the order laid down:
4) Swim 50 yds. in clothes.
Note: The clothing must be similar to that normally worn, must be properly fastened, and consist of: blouse and skirt, or dress; knickers; stockings; rubber shoes. It may be worn over a swimsuit.
5) Demonstrate in the water, clothed as in clause 4, any one method of release and rescue (combined), as approved by the R.L.S.S., and tow the subject 20 yds.
After this clause the candidate may leave the water to remove the clothes.
6) Demonstrate in the water the second and third methods of release and rescue (combined), towing the subject 20 yds.
7) By means of a surface dive and using both hands, pick up a brick from a depth of at least 5 ft; swimming on the back and holding it with both hands carry it ashore a distance of not less than 10 yds. If the candidate fails to retrieve the brick the first time, she must do so successfully twice consecutively.
8) Put on a lifebuoy in the water.
An inflated inner tube may be used if a lifebuoy is not available.
9) Swim 50 yds. in good style using one of the following strokes: a) breast stroke; b) back stroke, using arms or with arms folded; c) trudgeon; d) crawl.
A holder of the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years) is exempt from all clauses except 4, 5, and 8.
SEA LORE
1) Read the story of two voyages of discovery, undertaken at different periods, and describe the ships used and the life on board.
2) Read the life-story of two British admirals, and give a precis of the main events in their lives.
3) Know the history of two of the famous Clipper ships of the nineteenth century.
4) Know the principal trade routes of the world.
5) Know where the most important fishing grounds of the world are situated, and some of the methods of catching fish.
SHIPWRIGHT
1) Take an active part in the care and maintenance of a boat for a year; keep a notebook showing the work she has done.
Note: The tester is to inspect the boat, gear, and equipment and note their condition.
2) Show how to scrape, paint, and varnish a boat efficiently.
3) Pass three of the following clauses:
a) Caulk a boat.
b) Put a copper, lead, or zinc tingle on a boat.
c) Put a canvas patch or a wooden tingle on a boat.
d) Renew a painter, showing an eyesplice; and a backsplice or whipping or pointing.
e) Make a rope or canvas fender.
f) Leather an oar and renew copper band round blade.
g) Strop a block.
h) Put a brass eyelet into canvas.
I) Patch a sail or piece of canvas.
4) Know the various types of construction of rowing boats, and the different kinds of wood used.
5) Construct a sea-anchor or a hand lead-line and understand its use.
SIGNALLING TRANSMITTER
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Visual Signalling
1) Semaphore:
a) Receive 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 50 words of P/L at 10 w.p.m.
2) Flashing:
a) Receive 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
b) Transmit 25 words of P/L at 5 w.p.m.
3) Know the flags and pennants of the International Code of Signals, and their letter meaning; be able to hoist them.
4) Know the N.A.T.O. phonetic alphabet.
5) Have a thorough knowledge of V/S procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
6) Record signals correctly.
Part II: Wireless Telegraphy - Buzzer
1) Receive:
a) 36 words of P/L in 3 minutes.
b) 20 groups of 5 letters each in 3 minutes.
c) 15 groups of 4 figures in 1 minute 50 seconds.
2) Transmit:
a) 16 words of P/L in 1 minute 20 seconds.
b) 12 groups of 5 letters in 1 minute 10 seconds.
c) 10 groups each of 4 figures in 1 minute 25 seconds.
3) Have a thorough knowledge of W/T procedure as laid down in Sea Sense.
4) Be able to tune and handle all equipment used.
5) Record signals correctly.
SKIN DIVER
1) Have passed the Endurance Test.
2) Float on back for 5 minutes (hand and leg movement permitted).
3) Be aware of the dangers of anoxia and of eardrum rupture. Be able to 'clear ears' by pressure equalization through the eustachian tubes.
4) a) Submerge basic equipment, recover by duck diving, and fit whilst treading water.
b) Fin 200 yds. diving to bottom every 25 yds.
c) Fin 15 yds. under water.
d) Hold breath for 30 seconds under water.
e) Perform consecutively three forward rolls and three backward rolls. (Breathing between rolls is permitted).
f) Fin 50 yds. with face submerged (using fins and snorkel tube but no mask).
5) Fin 500 yds. in open water.
6) Surface dive to the 18-21 ft. level.
Note: 4-6 to be completed with use of basic equipment of fins, mask, and snorkel tube. (The snorkel must be of the single bend, open-end type; nose clips must not be worn).
SURF LIFE SAVER
1) Hold the Bronze Medallion of the Royal Life Saving Society (renewed within two years).
2) Have a knowledge and appreciation of the potential dangers of the surf.
3) Be able to perform the Land Drill as set out by the Surf Life Saving Association of Great Britain.
4) Beginning with a surface dive, swim under water for 8 yds.
WATER NATURALIST
Either part may be taken to qualify.
Part I: Sea
1) Know the normal extent of high and low tide on her own shore, and the cause of unusual tides.
2) Know the local sea products and how they are obtained.
3) Make a collection of local seaweeds and know where they grow.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on shore or water, to include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Collect and name twenty shells; explain the connection between their form and mode of life.
6) Make a special study of one rock pool and describe the habits of the creatures in it; or
Make a survey of a strip of shore, from above high-water mark to low-water mark.
7) Recognize six tracks on the shore; or
Find and name ten plants peculiar to shore or salt marsh.
8) At the test, identify on the shore six aquatic creatures, e.g. jellyfish, starfish, anemone, etc.
Part II: River or Inland Water
1) Have a general idea of the course of a local river from the source to the mouth, and know what industries are dependent on it.
2) Make a survey of one mile of a river and its banks.
3) Observe and describe the habits of six underwater creatures.
4) Make a record, with dates, of birds seen on or beside the water; include personal observations on the habits of six of them.
5) Recognize five tracks on a bank.
6) Find and name six plants that grow in the water, and twenty that grow on the bank.