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Llandudno RNLI volunteer crew member completes Tier 1 RNLI passout

Lifeboats News Release

On Sunday 20 October, Ben Lee, a dedicated volunteer with the RNLI at Llandudno, successfully completed his Tier 1 passout on the station’s inshore lifeboat.

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In addition to his role as a crew member, Ben works full-time as a local artisan baker, balancing his passion for helping others with his baking profession.

The Tier 1 passout is a crucial milestone in a crew member’s training. It involves a comprehensive assessment, covering everything they’ve learned up to this point. Ben’s skills and knowledge were evaluated by one of the station’s local assessor trainers, ensuring he’s mastered the necessary techniques and protocols.

Now that Ben has passed Tier 1, he will move on to complete his Tier 2 training units. Once those are finished, he’ll undergo another passout, this time assessed by a regional assessor trainer, to fully qualify at the next level.

Assessor Trainer Robert Williams praised Ben’s achievement, saying: ‘Ben has shown tremendous dedication throughout his training, and today’s Tier 1 passout is a testament to his hard work and commitment to the team. We’re all proud of his progress and look forward to seeing him advance to the next stage.’

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