Real-life MOB Drill in Rough Seas by OLM

MOB Stands for Man Over Board

A maritime safety exercise off Brittany demonstrates a realistic man overboard recovery in rough offshore conditions aboard a rigid inflatable boat.

The training, organised by Oliver focuses on fast reactions, coordinated teamwork, and controlled manoeuvres during an emergency situation at sea.

Crew members immediately identify the casualty and announce the man overboard situation to everyone on board.

The helmsman carefully repositions the boat while maintaining control in strong swell and challenging sea conditions. A very important skill in case of an MOB.

The recovery procedure prioritises crew safety and a stable approach toward the person in the water.

The MOB exercise highlights the importance of preparation when navigating exposed coastal waters with strong Atlantic currents.

Brittany remains a demanding environment where rapid decision-making can become critical during offshore navigation.

This training footage targets recreational boaters, sailors, and rigid inflatable boat operators seeking stronger safety awareness at sea.


This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel.

I truly value Olivier’s training sessions, which is why you’ll find an extended collection of videos on RIBsONLY.com. All is focused on mastering navigatiion in agitated and rough seas.

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OLM: Mastering Course Rough Seas What to Avoid!

Level 2 Mastering: Precision, Control, Composure Under Pressure

Check out the first mastering course of Rémy: How Sea Shepherd Volunteers Train for RIB Missions

In this video Rémy returns for a technical and meteorological development with this Level 2 training course. This is part of his preparation for his involvement with Sea Shepherd.

Technical improvement, increased stress tolerance was the target.


This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel.

How is a rough sea named? Check out my article on this matter: Wind, Waves, Swell: Beaufort vs Douglas Sea Scale.

I truly value Olivier’s training, which is why you’ll find an extended collection of videos on RIBsONLY.com, focused on mastering navigatiion in agitated and rough seas.


Rough Sea Training by Olivier Consorti of OLM

Challenged by a Rough Sea

Olivier Consorti, leads the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée and provides training sessions out on the sea in Mercury powered RIBCRAFT.

Mastery comes with time and practice and you don’t learn seamanship from a book or in flat waters.

This time Olivier took his trainee from the Vieille lighthouse towards Armen. They traveled via the Sein causeway (France) in very agitated seas.

I highly value Olivier’s training videos.

It should come as no surprise that I’ve posted many more of them here on RIBsONLY.com.

You can enjoy them here and it’s absolutely worth it:: Training videos in agitated and rough seas.


This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel.

What is the rough sea? Check out my article on this matter: Wind, Waves, Swell: Beaufort vs Douglas Sea Scale

Richard in Rough Sea Training in a Ribcraft

Rough Sea Training Humbles

Olivier Consorti, owner of OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée, leads these training sessions, pushing the limits of mastery of his clients.

Richard de Querqueville (50) brings with him the discipline of a French Navy sailor. He also has years of experience handling powerful RIBs.

His story is set apart by humility. He confronted the notoriously demanding waters of the Raz de Sein (France) with this humility.

He recognized that true seamanship does not solely rely on previous achievements.

It emerges from mistakes, perseverance, and adaptation in real conditions.

Through patience and resilience, he gradually honed his abilities in this unforgiving environment, strengthening both his confidence and skill.

Olivier, , congratulates, Richard, on completing this impressive challenge with admirable courage and determination.


This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel

If you like these trainings and want to learn more, I’ve posted plenty more videos, mostly rough sea trainings.

Advanced Training in Rough Sea

Vincent’s Mind-Blowing Advanced Training

This video highlights Vincent’s autumn course aimed at improving his navigation skills on a rigid inflatable boat in the rough waters of Raz de Sein.

The Rigid Inflatable Boat is a Ribraft equipped with a 200-horsepower engine.

This unique training is organized by “OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée“.

During this intensive course, participants have the opportunity to learn advanced techniques for high-sea navigation, handling waves and strong currents. Watch this overview of 2022 trainings.

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Advanced Training in Rough Sea

The experienced tutor guides participants throughout this thrilling experience, helping them develop their navigation skills and gain confidence in demanding maritime conditions.

This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel

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