PPR (Professional Practices & Responsibilities)
For commercial endorsements
The RYA Professional Practices & Responsibilities (PPR) course is mandatory to obtain or renew an RYA Commercial Endorsement. Delivered online, it’s essential for anyone working professionally at sea, regardless of role: you have legal and moral responsibilities toward crew, passengers, and other sea users. The course shows you where to find the information needed to operate safely and within the law.
At a glance
- Experience: None required
- Duration: 1 day • Age: 18+
- Format: Fully online
Course syllabus
What you’ll cover- Commercial environment: your place in the professional maritime world
- People: safe manning levels, maintaining competence, operating commercial craft safely
- The vessel: mandatory safety equipment, maintenance, operating procedures, risk management systems
- Purpose of the operation: vessel fit for purpose, environmental protection, adequate planning, situational awareness
What to bring
Pack light and practical- Passport or ID
- Reference books for the class