Jet Ski Licence Course

Jet Ski Licence Course Fee

$200 (inclusive of GST) payable to Cairns BoatSafe Training prior to your training.

Credit card payments for the course fee are available over the phone. You can also visit our shop at Campus Shopping Village, Smithfield and pay using EFTPOS or cash. Previously we collected payment on the day, however given the number of recent no-shows, we now require payment before your course.

You are also required to pay:

• $15 (inclusive of GST) payable to BoatSafe Online for the online theory component of your course.
• $119.75 (inclusive of GST) payable to Department of Transport QLD for the registration of your licence.

Additional Costs

Cairns BoatSafe Training does not charge additional fees:

• To sit the written exam or to be assessed on the water – Assessment Fee – $nil
• If you would like more time to practice your skills on the water, prior to your formal assessment – Practice Fee – $nil
• If you fail to receive a 100% pass mark in the formal multiple choice exam – Exam Re-sit Fee – $75.00
• If you are deemed “not competent” in your practical water skills – Practical Water Re-sit Fee – $100.00
• If you change the date of your course, due to sickness, ill-health or work commitments AND you give us notice – Re-schedule Fee – $nil 

Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD)

You will need to present the certificate known as “Statement of Competency” to a Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD) Customer Service Office for the issue of your jet ski licence. Country areas may need to obtain their jet ski licence from their local courthouse or police station.

An extra licence fee will be charged by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD) for processing your jet ski application. This fee is currently 119.75. Your QLD Drivers Licence will be updated with your qualification or you will be issued a Marine Identity Card.

Your Photo Identification (i.e. Passport, Drivers Licence or student ID) is required to be sighted by Cairns Boat Safe Training and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD) Office.

The paperwork we give you is only valid for 6 months. If you do not go to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD) before its expiry, you will be required to do the whole course again.

Note – You cannot ride a jet ski unaccompanied, until your paperwork has been registered with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD) or in the case of country areas, lodged with your local courthouse or police station. You can also lose your QLD boat licence and your QLD jet ski licence, if you lose your QLD Drivers Licence.

General Information

The Personal Water Craft (PWC) Licence Course includes online theory in the privacy of your own home, exam and practical on water instruction.

Weekdays
Currently not available

Weekends
Saturdays – usually starts at 1pm / OR / 3pm – we will confirm the time with you when you call to book

Meeting Point – Shop 31B Campus Shopping Village, 5-21 Faculty Close, Smithfield QLD 4879
Formal Exam – Starts upon your arrival
Practical – Bluewater, Trinity Park QLD 4879

What are you required to do prior to the exam and practical?

• Visit this website – https://boatjetskionline.thinkific.com?th__ug=4c7fa1e8
• Please register and pay $15 to Boatsafe Online, so you can complete the online theory for your Jet Ski PWC course
• Complete the jet ski licence online theory and assessment
• Print out the  Certificate of Completion
• Bring the Certificate of Completion with you on the day of your jet ski licence course

What will happen on the day?

• Formal Multiple Choice Exam
• Practical

On The Day

On arrival you will be seated in class and introductory will be made by both the students and trainer. You will be shown where the facilities are and a briefing of the course structure for the day will be made. Next, you will sit your formal jet ski course multiple choice exam.

Do note that MSQ have placed the first 20 multiple choice question in the final assessment as revision on boating regulations. It is strongly recommend that you read “The Boating and Fishing Guide“, especially:

• channels pg 34
• give way pg 34
• port and starboard marks pg 39
• isolated danger marks pg 41
  
• overtaking and crossing pg 35

After the exam has been completed, we then go to our local boat ramp to complete the practical side of the jet ski licence on the water.

What to Wear?

• If you wear glasses for reading, please bring these with you
• If you feel the cold, please bring a light jacket as our training facilities are air-conditioned

We request that appropriate attire be worn (ie a long sleeve shirt with long shorts eg board shorts). Appropriate attire is required as:

• you will be sitting in a classroom with other participants for the exam session
• you will be getting on and off a jet ski and sitting on a jet ski with the Trainer
• so the Trainer, staff and other participants of the course feel comfortable and at ease

If you attend wearing inappropriate attire, you may be asked to reschedule your course. Inappropriate attire might include swimwear, swimsuits, bathers, bikini tops or extremely tight fitting or revealing clothing.

What to bring?

1.    Long sleeve shirt and sunscreen (for the practical skills on the jet ski on the water)
2.    A water bottle and snack
3.    Hat and sunglasses
4.    Pad and pen
5.    Photo ID
6.   Your Boat Licence (if you are not doing the combined course on the same day)
   

How will I be sitting on the Jet Ski with the Trainer?

During the practical part of the course, you will be sitting in close proximity with the Trainer. This is, you will be steering and sitting at the front of the jet ski and the Trainer will be sitting behind you.

You will be both be fully clothed and wearing a PFD (Personal Flotation Device) / life jacket.

If you are uncomfortable with this, you are asked to speak up immediately before commencing the practical or at any stage during the practical.

Communication on the Jet Ski

Speaking on the water can be difficult at times and being on a jet ski is no different. In order to communicate with you, the Trainer may:

• signal that they wish to speak with you by tapping the top of your arm
• signal that they wish to speak with you by tapping the outside of your upper thigh
• not have time to signal to you, if you are in danger (ie heading towards to a mangrove, submerged log, channel marker or other water vessel), and may withdraw the key from the jet ski by leaning over you or pulling the key lanyard sharply

We encourage you to speak with the Trainer if you have any doubts as to how they will communicate with you while you are both sitting on the jet ski during the practicing and demonstrating of skills.

The required skills that will need to be demonstrated will be explained to you prior to getting on the jet ski.

Outcomes

• To be able to achieve knowledge and an understand of the rules and regulations required by Maritime Safety Queensland
• To be able to demonstrate the basics of navigation and the handling of a recreational vessel
• To be able to pass a theory and practical test for your Boat Safe Recreational Marine Driver or PWC licence
• To be able to understand licence conditions, registration, trip planning, maintenance, safety equipment and responsible use

Appeal Process

Should you have any concerns regarding competency decisions, could you please submit the reasons for these in writing to the management of Cairns Boat Safe Training. Your request will be given high priority and addressed at the earliest possible time. A response will be returned to you in writing.

Expected Conduct

Persons doing the Boat Safe Recreational Marine and Drivers and PWC licences courses are expected to conduct themselves with consideration to their instructor/s and fellow students. Your ‘Duty of Care’ requires you to consider your own safety and the safety of others. When on our training vessel or a PWC, you will wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device) and follow direction given by your instructor at all times. Do not get on or off the vessel until told to do so and NEVER jump from a moving vessel. Workplace Health and Safety Guidelines must be followed.

Refund Policy

We will refund fees Pre-Paid for any Course (less office expense) should the applicant not be able to attend the Course.
Partially completed courses do not attract refunds unless a valid written application for a refund was received.
The Refund will be forward to the applicant within 30 days of receipt of the letter.

Useful Information (click on each to download)

Qld Recreational Boating & Fishing Guide (reading material for the Optional Jet Ski Quiz)

Jet Ski Licence 2015 Powerpoint Presentation

Optional Jet Ski Workbook

Optional Jet Ski Quiz

Cairns Boat Safe Training 0412 046 588
Bookings required and payment to be paid, before the day