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Chapter 6
TOWING
In case you find yourself aground or in need of a tow, or
should you want to tow another vessel, keep in mind that
you
never use deck hardware or cleats to secure lines
for towing!
Deck hardware is intended for mooring and anchoring,
and is not designed to withstand the strain and pull of
towing. Rather than tie the line to your cleats on deck, it is
suggested that you tie a bridle by passing a line completely
around the hull of your boat to avoid structural damage.
When towing, always stand clear of a taut line, as any type
of line breaking under stress can be extremely dangerous.
The preferred line for towing is double-braided nylon, as
it has sufficient elasticity to cushion shock loads. Move
slowly and cautiously.
ADMIRALTY LAW
The Admiralty law sometimes referred to as the salvage law
was founded primarily on English law fundamentals and
basically says that a vessel distressed, in danger of flounder,
if rendered assistance from a towing company or private
agency, can be forced to relinquish a portion of the vessels’
worth for the assistance received.
AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY!
DO NOT USE DECK HARDWARE
INCLUDING CLEATS FOR TOWING.
IN THE EVENT YOUR VESSEL IS IN
DISTRESS,
PRIOR TO ALLOWING ANY TOWING
COMPANY OR PRIVATE AGENCY THE RIGHT
TO PASS A LINE TO YOUR VESSEL, BE SURE
TO ESTABLISH THAT YOU DO NOT AGREE TO
ANY SALVAGE RIGHTS. ESTABLISH WITH THE
CAPTAIN OR OPERATOR THAT YOU WISH TO
BE ASSISTED IN A CONTRACT BASIS AND
ESTABLISH A PRICE.
OF COURSE IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS,
YOU MAY NOT HAVE THIS OPTION.
USE YOUR BEST JUDGEMENT!