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280 Series Express Fisherman
especially essential if your boat is equipped with the optional
generator.
Many manufacturers of carbon monoxide detectors offer a test-
ing and recertification program. We recommend that you con-
tact the manufacturer of your carbon monoxide detector and
have it tested and recertified periodically.
ACTUATION OF THE CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTOR INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF
CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) WHICH CAN BE FATAL.
EVACUATE THE CABIN IMMEDIATELY. DO A HEAD
COUNT TO CHECK THAT ALL PERSONS ARE
ACCOUNTED FOR. DO NOT REENTER THE CABIN
UNTIL IT HAS BEEN AIRED OUT AND THE
PROBLEM FOUND AND CORRECTED.
11.7 First Aid
It is the operator's responsibility to
be familiar with the proper first-aid
procedures and be able to care for
minor injuries or illnesses of your
passengers. In an emergency, you
could be far from professional
medical assistance. We strongly
recommend that you be prepared
by receiving training in basic first
aid and CPR. This can be done
through classes given by the Red
Cross or your local hospital.
Your boat also should be equipped with at least a simple ma-
rine first-aid kit and a first-aid manual. The marine first-aid
kit should be designed for the marine environment and be well
supplied. It should be accessible and each person on board
should be aware of its location. As supplies are used, replace
them promptly. Some common drugs and antiseptics may lose
their strength or become unstable as they age. Ask a medical
professional about the supplies you should carry and the safe
shelf life of prescription drugs or other medical supplies that
may be in your first-aid kit. Replace questionably old sup-
plies whether they have been used or not.
In many emergency situations, the Coast Guard can provide
assistance in obtaining medical advice for treatment of seri-
ous injuries or illness. If you are within VHF range of a Coast
Guard Station, make the initial contact on channel 16 and fol-
low their instructions.
11.8 Additional Safety Equipment
Besides meeting the legal requirements, prudent boaters carry
additional safety equipment. This is particularly important if
you operate your boat offshore. You should consider the fol-
lowing items, depending on how you use your boat.
Satellite EPIRBS
EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) oper-
ate as part of a worldwide distress system. When activated,
EPIRBs will send distress code homing beacons that allow
Coast Guard aircraft to identify and find them quickly. The
satellites that receive and relay EPIRB signals are operated by
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) in the United States. The EPIRB should be mounted
and registered according to the instructions provided with the
beacon, so that the beacon's unique distress code can be used
to quickly identify the boat and owner.
Marine Radio
A marine radio is the most effective method of receiving in-
formation and requesting assistance. VHF marine radios are
used near shore and single sideband radios are used for long
range communication.
There are specific frequencies to use in an emergency. The
VHF emergency channel is 16 in the United States. You should
read the owners manual for your radio and know how to use it
in an emergency or for normal operation. If you hear a dis-
tress call you should assist or monitor the situation until help
is provided.
Additional Equipment to Consider:
VHF Radio Life Raft
Spare Anchor Fenders
Heaving Line Mirror
First Aid Kit Tool Kit
Flashlight & Batteries Anchor
Searchlight Boat Hook
Sunburn Lotion Mooring Lines
Ring Buoy Binoculars
Whistle or Horn Extra Clothing
Portable Radio Chart and Compass
Marine Hardware Food & Water
Spare Keys Sunglasses
Spare Parts Spare Propeller