If you leave the boat, keep a safe distance, since the fuel on fire can spread on the surface of water near the
boat.
The flood, the water boarding or the reversal can be caused by many factors:
by having ignored the weather conditions/ wave state.
by having loaded the boat incorrectly.
by having maneuvered or anchored the boat in a incorrect way.
Always remember the following:
Before starting, check if the bilge pump is working properly
Load the boat properly; do not exceed the maximum capacity indicated on the proper plate. Keep the
load low and distributed uniformly. Always keep an adequate freeboard. Consider the sea conditions,
the trip duration, the weather conditions and the crew's experience.
If you use only an anchor, anchor the boat from the bow only.
Steady the trim and the speed according to the sea conditions.
Close all the openings when the sea is rough.
If the flood is caused by the action of the waves on the stern, try to turn the boat and move the weight forward
Make sure the pump or the bilge pumps are functioning and empty out using scoops/buckets or any suitable
container
If the boat is flooded or taking water, it can become unstable and capsized. If the flood is caused by a hole of
the hull, try to plug it with any available object (dusters, material, cloth, garments, etc.)
FLOOD / WATER BOARDING
In case of the flood or the water boarding:
SECTION 2
SAFETY REGULATIONS
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CRAMAR TAXI
32’ “
TANA”