1.
Make sure all persons aboard are wearing their PFDs.
2.
If you need help and your boat has a ship-to-shore
radio, first contact the U.S. Coast Guard (VHF Channel
16) or other rescue authorities immediately.
3.
Prepare to assist the other vessel unless your passen-
gers and/or boat are in danger.
4.
If the bow of the other boat penetrated your boat’s hull,
prepare to block the opening once the boats are sepa-
rated.
5.
Shore up the hole with a spare PFD or bunk cushion
from your boat.
6.
While blocking the hole, trim the boat so that the hole
is out of the water.
Fire
Most fires are caused by electrical problems or careless
fueling practices. A fire on board your boat is a serious
emergency. Y
ou must work quickly to implement safety
procedures. If a fire occurs, immediately stop the engine.
1.
Make sure all persons aboard are wearing their PFDs.
2.
If the fire is small, attempt to put it out with your fire
extinguisher. If the fire is in the engine compartment,
turn off the bilge blower
. Do not open the engine com-
partment. This feeds oxygen to the fire and may cause
it to flare up.
3.
If the fire gets out of control, execute a distress signal
and call for help if equipped with a ship-to-shore radio.
4.
All persons aboard should jump overboard and swim a
safe distance away from the flames.
IMPORTANT
:All persons aboard should know the location
and proper operation of the fire extinguishers.
GUIDELINES
•
Use only approved marine cooking and heating systems.
•
Open flames demand constant attention.
•
Keep flammable materials in approved containers in a
overboard vented locker sealed from the interior of the
boat.
•
Ensure ventilation systems are unobstructed.
•
Remove mooring covers before starting engine.
•
Check the bilge for fuel leaks.
•
Extinguish smoking materials carefully.
•
Use special care with flame or high temperatures
around urethane foam.
•
Check cleaning products for flammability.
•
Ventilate when cleaning or painting.
•
Disconnect electrical system from its power source
before performing maintenance.
•
Replace breaker or fuse with same amperage device.
•
Electrical appliances must be within rated amperage of
boat circuits. Observe the boat carefully while the elec-
trical system is being energized.
•
Allow only a qualified marine electrician to service the
boats electrical system.
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1. Make sure all persons aboard are wearing their PFDs.
2. If you need help and your boat has a ship-to-shore
radio, first contact the U.S. Coast Guard (VHF Channel
16) or other rescue authorities immediately.
3. Prepare to assist the other vessel unless your passen-
gers and/or boat are in danger.
4. If the bow of the other boat penetrated your boat’s hull,
prepare to block the opening once the boats are sepa-
rated.
5. Shore up the hole with a spare PFD or bunk cushion
from your boat.
6. While blocking the hole, trim the boat so that the hole
is out of the water.
Fire
Most fires are caused by electrical problems or careless
fueling practices. A fire on board your boat is a serious
emergency. You must work quickly to implement safety
procedures. If a fire occurs, immediately stop the engine.
1. Make sure all persons aboard are wearing their PFDs.
2. If the fire is small, attempt to put it out with your fire
extinguisher. If the fire is in the engine compartment,
turn off the bilge blower. Do not open the engine com-
partment. This feeds oxygen to the fire and may cause
it to flare up.
3. If the fire gets out of control, execute a distress signal
and call for help if equipped with a ship-to-shore radio.
4. All persons aboard should jump overboard and swim a
safe distance away from the flames.
IMPORTANT: All persons aboard should know the location
and proper operation of the fire extinguishers.
GUIDELINES
•
Use only approved marine cooking and heating systems.
•
Open flames demand constant attention.
•
Keep flammable materials in approved containers in a
overboard vented locker sealed from the interior of the
boat.
•
Ensure ventilation systems are unobstructed.
•
Remove mooring covers before starting engine.
•
Check the bilge for fuel leaks.
•
Extinguish smoking materials carefully.
•
Use special care with flame or high temperatures
around urethane foam.
•
Check cleaning products for flammability.
•
Ventilate when cleaning or painting.
•
Disconnect electrical system from its power source
before performing maintenance.
•
Replace breaker or fuse with same amperage device.
•
Electrical appliances must be within rated amperage of
boat circuits. Observe the boat carefully while the elec-
trical system is being energized.
•
Allow only a qualified marine electrician to service the
boats electrical system.
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