The Sailing Safety Checklist

in Vancouver Throughout this you will look at some of the things you will want

to bear in mind before setting sail.

Sailing safety 

• It is a good idea to have some sort of a checklist before setting sail.• A physical checklist which can use to make sure and rest of your crew.• A checklist used before setting sail, will limit the possibility for

problems once underway.

Sailing safety checklist

• Check weather report• Check the weather continuously with modern technology.• Adjust your equipment for maximum safety in high winds, before

the situation creeps up on you.• Safety must be at the forefront of your mind whilst sailing aboard

a yacht, at all times, no matter the weather.

Sailing safety checklist

• Prepare cruising route and plan• Sailing plan prepared including breaks, rest stops, leisure stops, etc. • Be well versed in the rules of the road to avoid collisions with others

Sailing safety checklist

• Lifejackets• Lifejackets, Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) should be warn at appropriate times.• Ensure you have the correct number, and the right size range of lifejackets on board• Make sure there are a few extra in case of malfunction at any point.

Sailing safety checklist

• Safety tools and equipment• Life jackets there are a number of other items of safety equipment. you

need to be adorned with whilst aboard. • Jacklines also give you another way to stay clipped to the boat, and

something else to use in the unfortunate case that someone does fall overboard.

Sailing safety checklist• Safety tools and

equipment• Sail at night, might be wise to

consider installing an Automatic Identification System (AIS) system which will help you avoid collisions with other yachts.

• Navigation equipment is also important for safety or prepared your sailing route plan before sailing.

• Prepared safety equipment and know how to use it appropriately.

Sailing safety checklist

• Check the engine• Make sure you check your engine, check for leaks, and the oil level • Check all equipment; halyards, rigging, etc. and anything that has the

possibility of breaking. • Checked Drainage systems and battery status.

Sailing safety checklist

• Prepare medicine• Make sure any passengers with medical conditions, and ensure they

have the correct medication and the correct quantity for the length of the trip.

• Should include regular medication and specialist medication. • Double check the first aid kit on board before departure.

Sailing safety checklist

There is lots of extended literature you can read before jumping on board if you would like to improve your knowledge base. Books on safe skippering, good seamanship, and more are available online. You may also want to consider downloading one of the many apps available. The key to safety is preparation.

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