Bridlington RNLI member Ashley passes tests to qualify as D-Class Lifeboat helm

A member of the Bridlington RNLI team has passed a key assessment following six months of training.

Ashley Traves has now qualified to become a helm on the D-Class Lifeboat after an exercise on Tuesday (May 17).

Ashley Traves has now passed his qualified to become a helm on the D-Class Lifeboat after an exercise on Tuesday (May 17). Photo: Jaqui Brooksplaceholder image
Ashley Traves has now passed his qualified to become a helm on the D-Class Lifeboat after an exercise on Tuesday (May 17). Photo: Jaqui Brooks

A Bridlington RNLI spokesman said: “After six months of training and dedication Ashley Traves has passed his assessment as a helm on the D-Class Lifeboat after D Class-852 Ernie Wellings was launched on exercise on Tuesday evening.

“He has now been confirmed as a fully competent and qualified Operational Helm at Bridlington RNLI.”

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