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Systems Training Courses explained......... All Warrior Sailors know that we preach OPBs (Other People's Boats), but it turns out that we do a lousy job of it because a large percentage of Warrior Sailing graduates go out and buy boats anyway. In an attempt to help these "outliers" with their own boats, while keeping with our mission of maritime education and safety, we have created “Systems Training Courses.” The three day course taught by ABYC Certified Technician Conor Smith takes a deep dive into electrical, diesel engine, and other vessel system maintenance. It is even valuable for those that don't know their own boats because the skills and knowledge experienced at this course will help to ensure each Warrior has real world experience to be a helpful crew member onboard OPBs! Last week nine Warrior Sailors took part in our first course of 2024 hosted at Port 32 in Jacksonville, FL. The course consist of classroom time and hands-on systems training onboard the USMMA Sailing Foundation Swan 47 "Acadia". Getting hands on experience and solving actual real world problems (the class diagnosed and fixed a faulty generator) made this a truly valuable experience. We look forward to growing this new aspect of Warrior Sailing and plan to offer another course in Michigan this summer. Here is what the Warriors had to say:   “I really enjoyed the in-depth training and description of systems, having an instructor like Conor really helped understand and clarify a lot of things. I feel so much more comfortable working on my boat now. And of course the sailing Saturday was wonderful!”    “Warrior sailing training has opened my horizons. The opportunity to learn and sail with my fellow veterans. A team building experience I have not felt since I left the military.” Currently our team is short on fundraising for the future Systems Training courses. We have limited resources to provide direct camp expenses like; housing, meals, instructor expenses, and the potential of travel scholarships for Warriors that might need a few dollars to offset soaring travel expenses. Please contact Cory@warriorsailing if you want to make a direct donation to support these "beyond camp" courses. Thank you for your continued support 

HOW CAN EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE ENHANCE A BETTER EXPERIENCE FOR GOLFERS? There's no short answer to this. However, in my opinion, the critical factors are: 1. Retain a highly qualified mechanic / equipment manager. And yes, this person, like all maintenance staff, must take to heart a 'hospitality-service' attitude. This position should also be highly paid - it's the most important person on the golf course immediately after the superintendent! 2. Establish written standards for the all aspects of equipment - from acquisition, to preventative maintenance and disposal. 3. We must STOP the insanity of the 'throw-away' management mentality. equipment life CAN be economically maintained for DECADES - not just a few years. I just acquired a 1949 Ford 8N tractor on my ranch that has been restored. It is a work horse and is super simple to maintain. Anything on this machine can be replaced - no modern 'sensors' and complications. In the early 1960s my dad had this same model on his golf course and I mowed fairways and roughs with it pulling 'gang mowers' that also were SIMPLE. Let's keep-it-simple-stupid! 4. Greenkeepers and golf course superintendents MUST get back to having basic skills in equipment mechanics - we need such managers to have a full inventory of high-levels. Sadly, most today are 'all thumbs' when it comes to machinery. A guy like BRAD BURGESS, out of Thailand, came up as an all-around great greenkeeper - he knew machinery inside and out AND could repair it himself if needed. Today's younger guy's need to strive to emulate his management and entrepreneurial skills path! 5. FINALLY, TRAIN, TRAIN, TRAIN golf course staffs! The more you train, the less demands you will have in managing! SEE my recently published second book 'Golf Course Business Management' now available worldwide on Amazon and through other booksellers. There are chapters on this subject. Short answer to a critical question! For more take a peek inside review of my books on Amazon: https://lnkd.in/gdrK6mdC https://lnkd.in/gdrK6mdC

Field Season is coming in hot, like the summer weather 🌶 If you are on the hunt for your dream seasonal fieldwork position, here are some skills you should sharpen while you're shooting those resumes into the ether. Orienteering🌐- yep, the old-school kind. Although modern GPS technology is amazing and widely used, it is equally important to know how to navigate using traditional map-and-compass methods. After all, technology fails sometimes and older mapped records can be nearly impossible to retrace with modern GPS inputs. Find a course near you: https://lnkd.in/g7sdr-8x Digital Photography 📸 - Accurately and clearly documenting your findings in the field is VERY important. Make sure your photo skills are up to par. Review ideal light, focus, and other settings. Don't forget to pack your photo board and scale! A good summary: https://lnkd.in/gXFa2qr5 Defensive and off-road driving 🚙 - most fieldwork positions will require you to have a valid driver's license. There is also a demand for people with basic vehicle maintenance savvy and 4-wheel driving or trailer hauling experience. If you have these skills, be sure you highlight them on your resume! Quicklink: https://lnkd.in/gm7-Mgyb (Wilderness) First Aid/CPR 🏕 - I bet you'd rather be on a crew with people who could save your life and respond well in emergencies. Do your co-workers a solid by also being that person! Some companies may cover this training, so check first with your employer. My Favorite Online Course provider: https://lnkd.in/gRYmq5m3 Go on a hike - Whether you've spent more time Netflixing than mountain climbing, or you have some new boots to break in, it's a good idea to get back outside and acclimatize your body to field conditions, fine-tune your gear setup, and get back in the habit of wearing bug spray and sunscreen. Happy fieldworking everyone! Drop your favorite pre-field tip below in the comments.

Ever wondered what it's like to work as an Engineer onboard a Superyacht?   Dockwalk have shared a series of Q&A's with Yacht Engineers at different levels, talking about their experience of how they got into the industry, what they most enjoy about working onboard and some of the daily challenges.   These are great insights for anyone considering joining the industry to give an overview of daily life onboard a Superyacht. For more information on working on board as a Yacht Engineer feel free to get in touch directly.   #superyachtengineer #yachtengineer #superyachtcrew

The image says it all... I am looking to create a train-the-trainer programme to teach some aspects of non-technical skills to SCUBA instructors. The proper way to do this would be to write a TNA for the students, and then the instructor's TNA would fall out of this. However, the SCUBA industry (and many others) doesn't work like that! You have to make a pitch based on what is achievable in the time made available by the organisation! I am looking at two options: a one-day class (8 hrs) with approximately half theory, and a two-day class (16 hrs) of which half will be diving and half theory. The classes will focus on aspects of decision-making, situation awareness, briefing and debriefing, teamwork, and closed-loop communications. The majority of SCUBA instructor development classes are based on the instructor knowing the basics of being a diver and diving, so the theory development is more about how to teach the class than the core theory itself. In teaching a NTS class, the background level of knowledge is going to low, therefore, additional education will be needed. For The Human Diver instructor development programme, the candidates have around 150 hours of education plus 6 days of practice delivery so that they can deliver a two-day InterLAB-based class in a manner which means they aren't 'slide readers'. It is unlikely that I can get instructor candidates to learn for two weeks to deliver one day of material! What I am looking for is some evidence/reference material that gives an idea of how long trainer development should take per unit of time (hour/week), assuming limited prior knowledge of the topic. I know what I'd like to do, but I don't think the market will support that. Robbie Christian Nick Shackleton-Jones Jeff Dalto

Good Monday morning Everyone! May it be an Amazing Day for you! Here is the #OSHA reference to "Train #Divers and #Contractors on #LOTO procedures" Keep #Safe out there my friends! https://lnkd.in/eEMTMrp9 #lockouttagout #safetyculture #safetyprofessionals #safetyprofessional #safetyexcellence #diveroperations #diversafety #contractorsafety

https://lnkd.in/gzkitk5k With the summer in full swing many of us have been fortunate to be out on the golf course during this specatcular weather. Here is free course to increase your knowledge about golf course safety.  An average of 15, 000 golf cart accidents are reported every year worldwide. Some of these accidents are serious enough to lead to significant injury and even death. This health and safety course explains how to operate a golf cart properly and outlines the safety precautions you need to take. We also explore some maintenance and inspection procedures and show you how to respond to emergencies and provide first aid in the event of an accident. Many of us have taken UTV and ATV training but this free course will increase your safety awareness in using one of these machines.

Key Takeaways: Services Provided by Boat Mechanics 1. Boat Dealership 2. Visit the Repair Shop 3. Expertise and Specialization Table 1: Comparison of Boat Mechanics 1. Seek recommendations from fellow boat owners 2. Read online reviews and check websites 3. #Boatmaintenance #boatmechanic #boatrepair

Key Takeaways: Services Provided by Boat Mechanics 1. Boat Dealership 2. Visit the Repair Shop 3. Expertise and Specialization Table 1: Comparison of Boat Mechanics 1. Seek recommendations from fellow boat owners 2. Read online reviews and check websites 3. #Boatmaintenance #boatmechanic #boatrepair

jPrep Creates a New Ski Industry Training Module – Available to all Snow Resorts jPrep's new "Working as a Lift Attendant" module is for employees at snow resorts. Managing chairlift attendants is difficult because they are hired each year as seasonal employees. How does a hiring person describe the job of a lift attendant? How can the lift supervisors make training more efficient? There is so much to do in such a short time. jPrep's introductory "Working as a Lift Attendant" online module can be completed by employees before their first day of work and save resorts 2-3 hours of training time. Check out this example of how jPrep supports clients. Demo Link: https://lnkd.in/gVtUmUcg #SkiIndustry #TrainingModule #SnowResorts #jPrepSuccess