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If an external provider requires you to wear them as part of their operating procedures then this must be followed.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Are helmets required for sailing activities?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThe activity of yachting requires a competent person to remain on the boat at all times so that they can remain in charge of the activity, therefore a supervisory permit (which would allow for the permit holder to be some distance away) would not be appropriate.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why is there no supervisory permit for yachting?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYachting\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Erefers to sailing boats which have accommodation whereas keelboats have no built-in accommodation. 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