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JRB Operating Procedures Outline
OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION
The safety of the Jet Rescue Boat and its personnel must at all times be the prime requirements of
the crew. The JRB Driver and crew must communicate and co-operate at all times to ensure safe
operations. As crew, you are expected to be fully competent with all rescue and first aid equipment,
safety and operations of the Jet Rescue Boat. Through regular training, professional attitude, good
communication and public relation skills, the Jet Rescue Boat Service will provide a vital community
service along our vast coastline.
This Manual contains various techniques, requirements and protocols relevant to the Jet Rescue
Boat Service. It has been written so that information applicable to all boats is contained in the main
body of the document. Information specific to each individual boat is in Appendixes.
The development of the aluminium craft powered by turbo-charged diesel engines has meant a
significant advancement in white water rescue capabilities for South Australian aquatic safety in a
period of rapid local and tourism population expansion on our coastline.
SCOPE
In addition to being used as the source document for Jet Rescue Boat driver and crew training, this
document aims to provide additional information for them above that given during formal training. It
can also be used as a reference on a wide range of nautical topics. At no time is this document meant
to replace formal training and experience gained “on-the-job” while patrolling.
DEFINITIONS
A glossary of commonly used terms is at the end of the manual. These will be found in everyday use
while patrolling, and may also be encountered during rescues and other situations on the water.
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