Get up-to-date — BoatSafe refresher course
If you are like the majority of boat owners in Queensland, you will not have received any training since achieving your recreational marine driver licence.
Be a responsible skipper and update your boating knowledge, so you can have a safer and more enjoyable experience when out on the water.
BoatSafe courses to refresh your knowledge are available and cover information on the important elements of navigation practices, current legislation and boating safety relating to recreational boating
Contact a Maritime Safety Queensland accredited BoatSafe Training Organisation (PDF, 235.5 KB) for more information.
Have you checked your safety gear?
Some of the safety equipment for your recreational boat has expiry dates such as flares, EPIRBs and inflatable personal flotation devices (PFDs or lifejackets).
Flares must be replaced by the expiry date. Dispose of expired flares at these locations.
EPIRBs – have your beacon serviced by the manufacturer or agent. EPIRBs must be registered with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.
Inflatable PFDs have an expiry date too. Check the expiry date and make sure they are serviced.
You’re the Skipper, You’re Responsible
Carrying expired safety equipment is like not having it at all and you can be fined. Check the safety equipment requirements for recreational boats.
