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4.10 Emergency Situations
Unfortunately, even the safest boating practices cannot eliminate the potential of emergency situations
developing. Therefore you should prepare yourself and your crew to handle any problems that may arise.
Establish specific plans for fires, man overboard, collision, etc., and review them with your passengers prior
to departing. Planning allows people to remain calm, and gives everyone the confidence to resolve the
problem. Below is important information which all owners should be aware.
4.10.1 Emergency Stop Switch
Lanyard clips are provided on all World Cats and, when used properly, provide an
emergency stop for the engines should the driver fall from the helm position, or need to
perform an emergency shutdown to respond to or avoid an accident. The clip attaches
the driver to the ignition panel using a cord. A pull on the cord will release the clip from
the shut-off switch on the panel and shut down the engines. To restart the engines,
turn ignition switch to the off position, return binnacle to neutral position, insert safety
lanyard back into clip and then turn ignition switches back on. This should only be used
to prevent or react to accidents, and the operator is solely responsible for the decision.
4.10.2 Communication
If you witness an emergency or become involved in one, you should request assistance via radio
communication or visual signals. Review the information in Section 4 of the Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s
Manual for detailed information on how and when to request assistance.
4.10.3 Rendering Assistance
Owners are required by law to render assistance to other boaters involved in an emergency situation such as
fire, collision, casualty, etc., as long as it does not endanger your vessel or its passengers.
4.10.4 Reporting Accidents
Federal regulations require that operators involved in an accident file a written account of the situation
within 48 hours. Reports should be submitted to the State Boating Law Administrator. You can obtain forms
through the USCG or local authorities (i.e. harbor patrol, sheriff or police offices). In the event that a casualty
or disappearance occurs as the result of an accident, you must notify the authorities immediately by phone
or radio and fill out a written statement.
4.10.5 Weather
Pay attention to weather patterns. If you find yourself in the path of a storm, seek shelter immediately. If
you cannot reach a dock, seek refuge inside the boat while the storm advances. Never get in the water and
stay clear of metal components on your boat. If lightning strikes, it would likely pass through metal objects
seeking a ground.
4.9 Shallow Water
Although your World Cat draws a small amount of water for its size, shallow water should be a concern of
all boaters. To avoid this hazard, pay particular attention to navigational markers and know the area you are
operating in. Be aware of tidal changes, including those that have occurred during your trip. Rocks, stumps,
or other hazards are more prevalent in shallow water and can cause major damage to your hull bottom.
Engines can also suffer damage if they are allowed to run in the sand or mud.
If you do become grounded, tilt the motors up to reduce the draft at the transom. Often this will solve the
problem; however, it may be necessary to rock the boat from side to side to break the suction along the keel.
If you are grounded on an incoming tide, allowing the water to rise can help. Being grounded on an outgoing
tide is a larger issue and you need to act quickly to free your boat to avoid being driven further aground. Use
the anchor to secure the boat and await the incoming tide, or use it to pull yourself free.