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The sea and wind conditions that correspond to the design categories A,B or C are
changeable and are dependent on the hazards of unusually strong waves or gusty winds.
Therefore total safety cannot be guaranteed, even if your boat meets the requirements of
a category.
The sea and wind are not the natural environment of Man and one must repect their laws
and strength.
Adapt the use of your boat to her condition that wears out with time and use.
Any boat, however solid she may be, may be severely damaged if badly used. Always
adapt the speed and direction of your boat to the conditions of the sea.
The 'COLREG', an international regulation in order to prevent collision at sea, published by
the International Maritime Organization, specifies the steering and course regulations, the
navigation lights etc. throughout the world Make sure you know these regulations and you
have on board a manual that explains them.
In numerous countries, a licence, an authorization or a training course is requested. Make
sure you have this legal authorization before you use your boat.
Always use an experienced technician for the maintenance of your boat, the fitting of
accessories and the carrying out of small modifications. The written authorization of the
builder or his legal representative is compulsory for modifications that alter the
specifications of the boat, in particular the vertical layout of the grounds (putting up of a
radar, modification of the mast, change of the engine etc.).
The different warnings used throughout this guide are broken down as follows
Always take advice concerning the weather before you put out to sea.
Make sure the sea and wind conditions will correspond to the category of your boat and
you and your crew are able to handle the boat in these conditions.
For the essential or optional equipment (engine, electronics etc.) refer to their respective
manual delivered with your boat.
DANGER
Indicates the existence of a serious inherent danger with a high risk of
death or serious injury if the appropriate precautions are not taken.
WARNING
Indicates the existence of a danger which could lead to injury or death if the
appropriate precautions are not taken.
ADVICE PRECAUTION
Indicates a reminder of safety practice or draws attention to dangerous practices which
could cause injury to persons or damage to the vessel or to its components.