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Always have an emergency ditch bag ready to go…

by Safe Skipper | Boat Handling, Emergencies, Preparation, Yacht ownership

An emergency ditch bag (also known as a grab bag, abandon ship bag, or go-bag) is a crucial piece of safety equipment for any vessel venturing out to sea. It’s a waterproof and buoyant bag packed with essential survival gear that can be quickly grabbed if you...

Liferafts

by Simon Jollands | Boat Handling, Communications, Crewing skills, Emergencies, First Aid at Sea, Yacht ownership

A liferaft is an essential piece of equipment to carry on offshore or coastal passages and should be regularly serviced by professionals according to manufacturers’ recommendations. Liferafts should be stowed where they are ready for immediate launching. All...

Always have an emergency ditch bag ready to go…

Liferafts

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