HC Deb 08 September 2004 vol 424 c1321W
Mr. Beggs

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what training was provided to the operators of the Fisheries Conservancy Board vessel prior to the incidents that resulted in the current damage. [184833]

Angela Smith

Three members of the Fisheries Conservancy Board's staff have received training to the following standardsRoyal Yachting Association/Maritime and Coastguard Agency Powerboat Advanced Certificate with commercial endorsement; Maritime Radio Operator Certificate of Competence (Short Range Certificate); Royal Yachting Association First Aid Course; and Certificate of Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques on Board Ship.