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boat and make a thorough inspection of the hull and running gear for damage.
12.9 Grounding, Towing and Rendering Assistance
The law requires the owner or operator of a vessel to render assistance to any individual or vessel
in distress, as long as his vessel is not endangered in the process.
If the boat should become disabled, or if another craft that is disabled requires assistance, great care
must be taken. The stress applied to a boat during towing may become excessive. Excessive stress
can damage the structure of the boat and create a safety hazard for those aboard.
Freeing a grounded vessel, or towing a boat that is disabled, requires specialized equipment and
knowledge. Line failure and structural damage caused by improper towing have resulted in fatal
injuries. Because of this, we strongly suggest that these activities be left to those who have the
equipment and knowledge, e.g., the U.S. Coast Guard or a commercial towing company, to safely
accomplish the towing task.
THE MOORING CLEATS ON PURSUIT BOATS ARE NOT DESIGNED OR IN-
TENDED TO BE USED FOR TOWING PURPOSES. THESE CLEATS ARE
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AS MOORING CLEATS FOR SECURING THE
BOAT TO A DOCK, PIER, ETC. DO NOT USE THESE FITTINGS FOR TOW-
ING OR ATTEMPTING TO FREE A GROUNDED VESSEL.
WHEN TOWING OPERATIONS ARE UNDERWAY, HAVE EVERYONE
ABOARD BOTH VESSELS STAY CLEAR OF THE TOW LINE AND SUR-
ROUNDING AREA. A TOW LINE THAT SHOULD BREAK WHILE UNDER
STRESS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
RUNNING AGROUND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO PASSENGERS AND
DAMAGE TO A BOAT AND ITS UNDERWATER GEAR. IF YOUR BOAT
SHOULD BECOME GROUNDED, DISTRIBUTE PERSONAL FLOTATION DE-
VICES AND INSPECT THE BOAT FOR POSSIBLE DAMAGE. THOROUGHLY
INSPECT THE BILGE AREA FOR SIGNS OF LEAKAGE. AN EXPERIENCED
SERVICE FACILITY SHOULD CHECK YOUR UNDERWATER GEAR AT THE
FIRST OPPORTUNITY. DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE YOUR BOAT IF THE
CONDITION OF THE UNDERWATER EQUIPMENT IS QUESTIONABLE.
If your boat runs aground, evaluate the damage then proceed at low speed to the nearest service
facility and have an immediate inspection made before further use of the craft. A damaged boat
can take on water. Keep all life saving devices close at hand while driving to a dock area. If the
boat cannot be immediately removed from the water, thoroughly inspect the bilge area for leaks so
that the boat does not sink while moored.