IRB racing

Surf sport IRBs being raced Inflatable rescue boat (IRB) racing, is a surf sport in which surf lifesaving club teams race inflatable rescue boats. IRB racing competitions are held in various countries, including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, Germany, and France. IRB racing consists of a number of simulated rescue events, with the aim of improving lifesaver skills through competition. Competition rules vary from nation to nation; however, the International Life Saving Federation adopted the Australian rules for the 2008 IRB World Championship.[citation needed] Overview Since the mid 1980s, there has been a form of IRB Racing competition with SLSA. The aim of Competition is to; (i) Improve the prowess of IRB drivers and crewpersons (crew). (ii) Encourage crews to correctly equip and maintain their IRB and motors for optimum safe performance and reliability for both lifesaving patrol duties and competition. (iii) Allow crews to demonstrate their techniques and their abilities to perform a rescue. (iv) Bring crews together to discuss and improve IRB techniques and operations. (v) Promote safety awareness techniques for the crew and