Coastal Personal Survival Course
The Coastal Personal Survival Course (CPSC) is a one day course for experienced sailors who are participating in coastal and near-coastal events and passages, typically as described in World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations categories 3-4.
In British Columbia, this includes events such as the Southern Straits Race, Patos Island Race, Swiftsure Race, and Cascadian Convoy.
Offshore Personal Survival Course
The Offshore Personal Survival Course (OPSC) is a two day course for experienced sailors who are participating in offshore and oceanic events and passages, typically as described in World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations categories 0-1-2.
In British Columbia, this includes events such as the Van Isle 360 and the Vic-Maui International Yacht Race.
Internationally, this includes events such as Transpac, Pacific Cup, Newport to Bermuda, Sydney Hobart, Fastnet, and the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC).
BACKGROUND
BC Sailing’s Safety at Sea program offers personal survival training for racers and cruisers who are participating in coastal and offshore events and passages. Courses are delivered by Sail Canada accredited instructors in conjunction with local clubs and facilities. We use a mix of classroom, hands-on practical, indoor-outdoor, and in-the-water practical sessions.
Our mission is to enable sailors to prevent or mitigate emergencies and save lives.
The most current information on the Safety at Sea program, including course dates and registration, is always available on the website at BC Sailing Safety at Sea.
CONTACT
BC Sailing Safety at Sea Coordinator: sas@bcsailing.bc.ca
BC Sailing
#195 – 3820 Cessna Drive
Richmond, BC
, Canada, V7B 0A2
