MOCC Airboat Module (ABM) Refresher Online Course

Target Audience:

Airboat operators who are approaching the 5-year refresher date.

Summary and Objectives:

As per DOI 485 DM 22 Watercraft Safety Policy, the MOCC Airboat Module (ABM) Refresher Certification is required every 5 years and consists of educational and practical proficiency components. All operators of DOI Watercraft must also maintain their MOCC Certification by completing refresher requirements every 5 years. MOCC Refresher recertification is separate from the Airboat Module refresher requirement.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the operating principles of an airboat.
• Understand the control panel and purpose of each gauge.
• Identify and describe each part of an airboat.
• Perform a pre-trip safety inspection.
• Demonstrate how to start, stop, and turn in both shallow and deep water.
• Operate an airboat at minimum and optimal cruising speeds.
• Demonstrate docking, beaching, and loading/unloading an airboat.

Competencies Addressed: 

Health and Safety Awareness - Intermediate, Safety - Intermediate, Vehicle Operation - Intermediate, Oral Communication - Basic, Risk Management - Basic