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!…
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Feature Article
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…
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Feature Article
Subject:
Safety Gear, Personal
To be safe, all harnesses, whether integral with a PFD or not, should fit properly.
This may be an issue if you are smaller than average, as noted below.
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Feature Article
Subject:
Safety Gear, Personal
Lifejacket /Personal Flotation Device (PFD) Requirements
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Feature Article
Subject:
Fire/Flooding
A well-equipped, centrally located damage control kit together with a damage control plan are important to a safe voyage.
This is particularly true in waterways such as the Pacific Northwest which has a high proportion of deadheads and…
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Feature Article
Subject:
Fire/Flooding
A fire aboard a vessel is very scary. With an uncontrolled blaze, there is nowhere to go except into the water or a life raft. A boat fire spreads very rapidly. You must attack it immediately and effectively; otherwise you will deplete…