A British Marine course; Accredited by the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue
1-Day Water Safety Management Course for tidally affected Marina Staff
Ensure Safety. Prevent Incidents. Respond Effectively.
This one-day training course is designed for personnel working in and around marinas in coastal / tidal locations, whose role takes them within 3-metres of the water’s edge or aboard a vessel, and who may be faced with dealing with accidental immersion of their colleagues, clients, third parties or themselves.
Any member of staff who has a waterside role, who will operate within 3-metres of the water’s edge or aboard a vessel and allow them to operate safely near water, and to carry out co-worker rescue with a grounded knowledge of the hazards and risks of the environment along with the skills to deal with matters arising.
- Gain essential water safety knowledge tailored to marina environments.
- Learn practical rescue skills to respond to water-related emergencies.
- Improve confidence in managing safety risks around the marina or harbour.
- Enhance compliance with health & safety obligations for staff working near water.
- Develop skills to assist vulnerable individuals and manage emergencies.
This course is ideal for marina staff responsible for daily operations, safety, and emergency response, where the water is affected by the tide, including:
- Marina managers and supervisors
- Dockmasters and harbour staff
- Customer service personnel working near water
- Maintenance and operations teams
- Any staff responsible for emergency preparedness and response
- Understanding Water Safety Risks – Identifying hazards in marina environments.
- Incident Prevention Strategies – Reducing risks through effective management and staff training.
- Emergency Response & Rescue Techniques – Hands-on skills for rescuing individuals, including in low-visibility conditions.
- Decision-Making Under Pressure – How to act decisively and effectively in real-life water emergencies.
- Legal Responsibilities & Best Practices – Ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
This course is delivered by experienced water safety professionals from Birmingham and Midland Marine Services and Atlantic Crest, industry leaders in water safety consultancy and training. Instructors bring real-world expertise from maritime, emergency response, and risk management sectors, ensuring practical and actionable learning for all participants.
British Marine Member price - £230 +VAT
Non Member price - £345 +VAT
To book on to this course please contact Vicki at training@britishmarine.co.uk
Please also have a look at the brochure here for more information