About The Course
40% of boaters head out without legally required safety equipment. Keep Your Customers Safe • Build lasting relationships as a trusted boating safety expert • Help customers avoid fines by knowing what equipment they need Safety First Marine is a new online resource designed to help marine retailers ensure customers return safely — to shore and to your store. Boat Safety Equipment Training The boats, gear, and services you provide fuel your customers’ enjoyment of recreational boating. As experts, marine retailers play a key role in delivering safe, positive experiences on the water. By ensuring customers have all required safety equipment, plus recommended extras and essential knowledge, you help them stay safe and confident. Safety First Marine is built for professionals in dealerships, chandleries, and outdoor marine departments. It helps you become more knowledgeable, confident, and better equipped to serve your customers. Developed with the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC), this program reflects the reality that boaters rely on your guidance. How It Works • Online modules cover key safety topics • Short segments focus on equipment, information, and services • Learn at your own pace, in any order • Progress is tracked so you can pick up anytime Test your knowledge with quick review questions after each module. Complete the program to earn your CSBC Safety First Marine Specialist certificate, giving you the confidence to provide trusted safety advice. What you do helps ensure customers return safely—and keep coming back. Register today and get started.