Sailing Boy · Safety

Crew safety briefing

Every crew member knows the equipment and their role.

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01Fit lifejackets and agree when to wear them.
02Locate lifesaving gear, first-aid kit and fire extinguishers.
03Explain the radio, distress procedure and position reporting.
04Discuss man-overboard roles and a safe drill with the skipper.
05Locate seacocks, gas valves, power isolation and escape routes.
06Agree watches, lookout, tethers and safe movement on deck.

Sources & background

An original editorial collection based on researched topics, not copied checklists or an exhaustive catalogue. Sources reviewed on 22 October 2026.

RNLI · Enjoy the sea trouble free
RNLI · How to stay safe when you go afloat

Only indexed excerpts were accessible for RNLI and the SVB PDF. Sources informed topic research; additional galley and catamaran items are our general reminders, not manufacturer-verified procedures.