Launching and Basic Safety on the Water
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Before You Go Sailing
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Check you are wearing suitable clothing and safety equipment for the conditions and time of year.
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Always wear a buoyancy aid or life jacket.
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Make sure a third party knows where you are sailing and how many of you are sailing.
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Check the weather forecast.
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Check the time of high and low tides if applicable.
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Seek advice on local conditions if sailing in a new area.
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Always check the condition of your craft before setting off.
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Check for overhead cables when rigging, launching and recovering.
Launching
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Raise the rig with the boat facing into the wind.
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Launch the boat using the appropriate launching trolley/dolly
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Take the boat into the water with the bow facing into the wind
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Ensure that there is enough water to float the boat of the trolley/dolly
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When there is enough water below you, lower the daggerboard and rudder fully
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Cleat the rudder downhaul in the cleat on the tiler
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The rudder and the daggerboard should be raised before coming ashore
On The Water
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Conform to the sailing rules of the road.
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Look out for changing weather conditions
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Never sail beyond your ability or that of your crew
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Understand and be competent in sailing skills and righting techniques
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