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☆☆☆☆☆When a person falls overboard, you should always have someone keep the victim in sight.
When a person falls overboard
- Throw a Lifebuoy
- Shout "Man Overboard" Either to Port or Starboard.
- Report to the Duty Officer.
- Keep the victim in sight.
In Washington State, all motor-propelled vessels must be equipped with An effective muffler or underwater exhaust system.
The purpose of filing a float plan is to provide important information in case of an emergency.
you should put on a pfd and huddle with others or curl up in a ball
you should put on a PFD and Huddle with others or curl up in a ball.
Losing control of the boat and running out of space between them and other boats or shore.. Probably the largest symptom is that the people who operate the boats have had too much alcohol to drink.
**Falling overboard and drowning.**
In Washington State, a skier-down flag must be displayed when a skier is in the water.
A type IV PFD is a personal flotation device. The classification is given by the United States Coast Guard. It is a device that is throwable.
Tidal currents are caused due to this movement.
Tidal Currents
Depth of water
As the last resort
Fire extinguishers, emergency signaling devices, and PFD's.
A boat with a gasoline inboard engine
Reckless Operation
Negligent Operation
Examination of thru-hull fittings for signs of leakage or corrosion
You don't have to - it's not a legal requirement. However - from a safety aspect - it's certainly recommended !
Place the tank on the dock or on shore to fill it
Rapid, uncontrolled breathing.
