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SEPTEMBER 2021
ENGLISH
4.2.8
Rescue equipment
Personal flotation devices
Each passenger must have one flotation device of a type approved and
of the right size - children included.
Every boat must carry at least one life belt of a type approved and with
a rescue rope fastened to the hull.
By law, the personal flotation devices - if not worn - must be stowed
where readily accessible. Personal flotation devices must be not be
kept in their plastic wrappers. They must be stowed close at hand
where they can be reached quickly in an emergency.
During navigation, flotation devices must not be stowed in locked or closed
compartments. They should be readily accessible.
CHILDREN
and anyone you cannot swim must wear a personal flotation
device
AT ALL TIMES
. Make sure that children personal flotation devices
have the correct size and are in good conditions. Under particular
circumstances, do not hesitate to order your passengers to wear personal
flotation devices:
For example: when the weather and sea conditions worsen, if your boat
has been damaged, etc
Always keep the bitt of the self-infla
table life rafts fastened to the hull.
CAUTION
Though not required, a personal flotation device should be worn at all
times, even if you are a good swimmer. In this case, inflatable personal
flotation devices are the most adequate ones. They are equipped with an
automatic activation system and do not hamper your movements.
Operating instructions for safety equipment
You should always have on board the following safety equipment:
Fire extinguishers – adequate number and type, stowed where readily
accessible. Their position should be HIGHLIGHTED by a proper label.
NOTE
Fire extinguishers must always be serviced before their expiry date.
NOTE
Replace fire-fighting equipment, if expired or discharged, with devices of
the same or higher capacity.
Personal flotation devices (one life jacket/belt for each person on
board).
A life belt with rescue line.
NOTE
The safety equipment must always be serviced before their expiry date.
NOTE
Replace the safety equipment, if expired or discharged, with devices of the
same or higher capacity.
