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Inshore Rescue Team Member
When We Need You
From 17/06/2003 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers all do training in boat handling, sea survival and first aid. All volunteers are qualified to administer oxygen. Volunteers can be involved in maintaining and repairing the boat and Landrover. Volunteers are also expected to join in fund-raising activiites. Armed with a first class training, volunteers get the satisfaction of being part of a highly motivated and skilled local rescue team.
Availability
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About Port William Inshore Rescue Service Ltd
To maintain to as high a standard as possible an inshore rescue service to cover Luce Bay and Wig Bay. Occasionally work for the police. All callouts are governed by the Maritime Coastguard Agency.
Skills & Experience
Volunteers should feel comfortable in a boat, are fit and healthy and living in the Port William area.
Travel Details
In 2002 there were six callouts. Volunteers are on call (via a paper system) and meet at the boat shed in Port William. Training is once a fortnight on a Tuesday night.
Requirements
Induction/Training, Informal Chat
Training and Induction Details
Fortnightly training on all aspects of boat maintenance, rescue training and first air. All volunteers are required to attend training on a regular basis.
Work Type
Disaster / emergency relief
Client Group
Disaster / emergencies
Expenses Detail
Out of pocket expenses reimbursed.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
3 hours per Fortnight. Minimum Commitment: 3 Fortnight
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
20
Reference Code
12-126
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
the hub
24-26 Friars Vennel
DG1 2RL
Contact: Volunteer Action Dumfries and Galloway
Tel: 01387 267311
Email: info@volunteeraction.co.uk
Website: http://www.volunteeractio...
