Safe Boat Operation: Lessons from the Experts

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Safe Boat OperationLessons from the Experts
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Maintain sufficient depth below your keel at all
times.
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Put the vessel's name on floating objects to
identify the vessel if she sinks.
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Keep weight evenly distributed to prevent
capsize.
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One failure can lead to anotheravoid the
"Domino Effect".
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Provide guests with guidelines on what, and how
much, to bring on a voyage.
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Judicious use of the rise and fall of the tides
can provide an opportunity for hull cleaning and
inspection.
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Lash deck gear in place securely.
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Weather the storm you cannot avoid, and avoid
the storm you cannot weather.
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Red right returning.
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Fasten structural items with appropriate
fasteners.
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Leeward boat has the right-of-way (most of the
time).
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A vessel's name should reflect her owner's
individuality and spirit, and should reflect his
or her values.
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Beach sand, when added to deck paint, can make
decks slip-resistant.
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Training in heavy weather sailing can be a
valuable lesson for sailors of all ages.
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Never forget that you share the oceans with
creatures great and small.
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Select bilge pumps based on the maximum
anticipated rate of flow into the vessel.
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Stability AND freeboard are desirable
characteristics of offshore vessels.
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Boat trailers are not designed for off-road
driving. Don't attempt this.
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Avoid vehicle corrosion by using approved boat
launch guidelines.
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If a helicopter evacuation is necessary, follow
directions accurately to avoid unnecessary and
dangerous "hang time".
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