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by Michael Keyworth, |
Subject: Tools and Spares
by Chuck Hawley, |
Subject: Safety Gear, Personal
In the early 1970s, a new method of categorizing life jackets was introduced by the Coast Guard and Underwriter’s Laboratories, using five “types” and a new, strange name for life jackets: the Personal Flotation Device.
by Ron Trossbach, |
Subject: Safety Gear, Personal
Harness & Tether Requirements Every crew member must have a harness & tether not more than 6 ft (or 2 meters) long.
by Ron Trossbach, |
Subject: Safety Gear, Boat
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by Ron Trossbach, |
Subject: Safety Gear, Boat
This list started when a CCA member tried to identify what changes he had to make to his boat when he started cruising with just himself and his wife. Others have added too, and this may give you a great starting point for your list!…
by John Jourdane, |
Subject: Practice and Safety Training
Minimum skills crew should have for cruising safely.   If your shorthanded crew does not have these skills, think about how these tasks will be accomplished, and consider enrolling in a course to build these skills. 1.Can they stop the boat…