Brunswick Boston Whaler 26 Justice Series, Руководство по эксплуатации и техническому обслуживанию

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Section 1 Safety
Giving Assistance
The 1971 Federal Boat Safety Act grants “Good
Samaritan” protection to any boater who offers good
faith assistance to someone in distress. The Act also
protects that boater from liability related to any
assistance given.
You should attempt to give assistance when you see a
distress signal while boating, if you can do so without
endangering your boat or passengers.
Severe Weather
Severe weather can be a very dangerous component
of boating. High winds, rough seas, and storms can
put your passengers and your boat at risk. Listen to
weather advisories before you start your trip and while
you are underway.
Marine weather advisories are unique because of the
special relationship between wind and waves. The
longer the wind blows in a steady direction over water,
the higher and more powerful the waves will be. Wind
of 35 knots can create six-foot waves in two hours.
These are considered severe conditions for most
boating activities.
Take some general precautions if you must boat in
severe conditions.
• Have everyone wear PFD’s
• Use your ignition shutoff clip and lanyard
• Stow loose gear and lash down equipment
• Close all hatches, doors, and windows
• Install the dive door, if equipped
• Reduce boat speed
• Report your location and situation by radio
• Monitor marine weather advisories
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