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AUXPAD Materials

General information on the AUXPAD program:

• Auxiliary Paddlecraft (AUXPAD) Program overview 2020 (PDF)
• AUXPAD frequently asked questions 2019 (PDF)
• Getting Started with AUXPAD checklist (PDF)
• AUXPAD Commandant instruction 2018 (PDF)
• AUXPAD Coordinator job description (PDF)

• AUXPAD underway overview (PPT)
• Auxiliary Paddlecraft Operator checklist (PDF)

• A Paddler's Guide to Safety (PPT): Auxiliary's paddlecraft safety course for novices.
• A Paddler's Guide to Safety instructor's guide (PDF)
• A Paddler's Guide to Safety instructor training (PPT)

Paddlecraft for Vessel Examiners

Short videos have been developed to provide Vessel Examiners a greater understanding of paddlecraft. Click the links below to view each video:

• Vessel Safety Checks for stand up paddleboards (SUPs)
• Lifejackets for paddlers
• Inflatable lifejackets for SUPs

Other paddlecraft resources for Vessel Examiners:

• Vessel Safety Check form for paddlecraft (7012A) (PDF)

Safety Resources for Paddlecraft

• Paddle reflectors: Paddle Smart tips | Safety checklist and kit (PDF)
• Red safety signs for life jackets: Version 1 | Version 2 (JPG)