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4. SAFETY
The craft should have onboard the appropriate safety equipment
(lifejackets etc.) according to the type of craft, weather conditions, etc.
This equipment is mandatory in some countries. The crew should be
familiar with the use of all safety equipment and emergency
manoeuvring (man overboard recovery, towing, etc.). Sailing schools
and clubs regularly organise drill sessions if you neef more training.
Everyone should wear a suitable buoyancy aid (life jacket/personal
floatation device) when onboard. In some countries it is a legal
requirement to wear a buoyancy aid that complies with national
regulations at all times.
4.1 OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
The responsibility for safe operation of any boat rests with the owner.
It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the boat is safe to use
and that the coxswain and crew are capable of operating the boat so
they are not a hazard to themselves or other water users.
4.2 DESIGN CATEGORY
Ensure that the you and your crew are able to handle the craft in the
anticipated wind and sea conditions and that these correspond to the
design category of your craft.
Design Category D:
The Trinity 500 is designed for use in waters of
Design Category D, Sheltered Waters; on small lakes, rivers and
canals where conditions up to wind force 4 and significant wave
heights up to 0.5 m may be experienced.
Always adjust the speed and direction of the craft to the sea
conditions.
