What qualifications does a yacht crew member need to operate water toys?

Answer

Requirements vary according to the equipment, the crew member’s role, the yacht and the jurisdiction in which the activity takes place.

Some equipment may require specific training, certification or operational experience. Other recreational equipment may be handled as part of the crew’s normal duties.

The relevant requirements should be confirmed with the yacht for the specific equipment and cruising area.

Analysis

Water-toy regulations are not necessarily identical across destinations. Certification requirements can also differ between operating, supervising and formally instructing guests.

Broker’s advice

We don’t assume that a crew member’s job title tells you everything you need to know. If a particular watersport is central to your charter, we’ll check the actual capability and qualifications relevant to that activity.