Never operate the engine with the canopy enclosed unless there is ventilation
throughout the boat (i.e. forward and aft canvas panels are opened to allow air
flow through the boat).
Make sure that the air inlets on the cockpit side panels are open when the
canopy is in use. They are supplied with fresh air from the outside air inlets.
Never operate the boat with the canopy on and only the cockpit entry door
opened.
Accumulation of Carbon Monoxide Examples
Principal figure only
1. Wind blowing exhaust towards boat occupants
2. Operating at slow speed or dead in the water
3. Operating with “bow high”
4. Good air flow – open front and rear openings to let fresh air circulate
Fumes from the engine, heater, stove and other equipment that burns fuel contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) can kill you. Doors, air inlets and canopy ventilations/removable must be
opened to allow fresh air to circulate. Study this chapter carefully.
2.8 ANCHORING, MOORING AND TOWING
Mooring, anchoring and towing require specific skills and good seamanship. Always ask
for advice when needed.
It is the owner's and operator's responsibility to ensure that mooring, towing and anchor
ropes, anchor chains and anchors are appropriate for the vessel's intended use and in
good condition. Wear and impact of knots should be taken into consideration. Also,
refer chapter 3.13 (strong points).
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