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1.4 INSURANCES
Insurance compensates for damage occuring at sea or during transportation or docking.
Check insurance liability when hoisting the boat. Insurance also has an indirect influence on
safety at sea, so that in case of a serious accident, you can concentrate on rescuing the
people involved. More detailed information about insurance alternatives are available from
insurance companies.
1.5 TRAINING
Nobody is born a sailor. But there is a wealth of boating litterature available. And navigation
courses are arranged by the Finnish Boating Association (phone 9-445 167) and the open
colleges.
The Finnish Boating Association (9-158 2561) and the Finnish Yachting Association (9-158
2360) provide information about boating schools. These will give you a good basis for
developing your skills. It is only with lots of practise that you can become confident with boat
handling, navigation, mooring and anchoring.
WARNING!
The YAMARIN 4730 is a fast boat which, if handled carelessly, can make
sudden motions dangerous to the crew. Carelessness may also lead to collisions
and cause substantial damage. Slow down in narrow passages, observe the
rules of the road and keep a constant lookout!
The Finnish Boating Association and the Finnish Yachting Association will also provide
information about local boating clubs and their activities.
2. AT SEA; SEAMANSHIP
For instance "The ABC of Boating" contains important information about boating and
seamanship. The following chapter also gives some advice on mooring, anchoring and towing
your boat.
2.1 MOORING AND ANCHORING THE YAMARIN BOAT
Because weather conditions can change quickly, you should always moor your boat carefully
no matter how sheltered the place is. Mooring ropes should be equippped with springs to
absorb sharp pulls. Use sufficiently large fenders to avoid chafing.
We recommend the following mooring rope diameters and anchor weights for your boat in
normal conditions:
Mooring ropes
Ø 16 mm
Anchor rope
Ø 14 mm, length 30 m
Anchor
6 kg (stocked anchor or drag)
When going ashore in a natural harbour check, for instance with a depth finder, that the water
is deep enough and DROP THE ANCHOR FAR ENOUGH FROM THE SHORE. A reasonable
hold is achieved if the the length of the anchor rope is 4...5 times the water depth.
