Compass Revision course

Sea Survival revision

Name: Sea Survival Revision Revision
Price: 9.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Sea survival revision for lifejackets, liferafts, abandoning ship, cold water, emergency signalling, search and rescue, and survival priorities.

Independent revision aid only. It does not replace the RYA Basic Sea Survival course, pool practice, or safety equipment servicing advice.

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Is Sea Survival the right next step?

What this is: A self-guided revision companion that explains essential concepts, then helps you practise and test them. It supports—but does not replace—recognised instruction, practical training, assessment or certification. Access is a one-time payment, not a subscription.
Best for: Learners preparing for Sea Survival
Study effort: Self-paced in short sessions; use the module total to plan your own pace.
Included: 8 revision modules with teaching-first lessons, guided practice, topic tests, recall and relevant interactive tools.
Formal qualification?: Independent revision aid only. It does not replace the RYA Basic Sea Survival course, pool practice, or safety equipment servicing advice.
Usually followed by: Confirm recognised practical training
Access: £9.99 once for full revision access; no subscription.

Compass is independent revision, not an instructor-led course or awarding body.

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What this course covers

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Survival Priorities

Free

Avoiding abandonment, raising the alarm, staying with the vessel if possible, and prioritising life.

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Lifejackets and PFDs

Free

Buoyancy, fit, crotch straps, lights, sprayhoods, servicing, and use with heavy clothing.

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Liferafts and Grab Bags

Liferaft types, stowage, launching, boarding, contents, and grab-bag priorities.

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Abandoning Ship

Decision points, Mayday, distress equipment, crew order, dry boarding, and staying connected.

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Cold Water Survival

Cold shock, swimming limits, HELP position, group huddle, and hypothermia risk.

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Flares, EPIRB, PLB, SART, and AIS

Distress signalling choices, strengths, limitations, and safe use.

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Search and Rescue Techniques

How survivors can be found: visual signals, radio, beacons, lights, contrast, and instructions.

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Liferaft Management

Water, seasickness, morale, bailers, sea anchors, canopy, rationing, and crew condition.

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Course scope

Independent revision aid only. It does not replace the RYA Basic Sea Survival course, pool practice, or safety equipment servicing advice.

How to use the guide

Work through each module lesson, test recall with the module quiz, and use the flashcards until the decision checks feel automatic. The content is written for revision and confidence building before formal training, assessment, or official documentation checks.