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YACHT LIFTING & ONSHORE HANDING
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13.2 TOWING
Towing should be done only by experienced professionals with the
proper equipment. Proper towing of large yachts requires specialized
knowledge and equipment. If you need a tow when the water is rough,
calling professional assistance is advised because of the dangers to the
yacht, the towboat, and personnel, which are created by rough seas. If
the yacht is to be towed, fasten the towing lines as shown in the figure, in
order to distribute the load evenly.
The towrope length depends upon the sea conditions, and must be
adjusted in such a way to control the pulling forces without damaging the
yacht’s deck fittings.
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CAUTION
Do not stand behind or near the ropes during towing operations.
Towropes are under a great strain, and if anything breaks, the rope will
spring back “whiplash”, possibly striking people behind or near the rope.
Serious injury or death will result if anyone is struck by a rope that
breaks under strain.
NOTICES
If you need to tow another boat, do this only in calm seas and calm wind
conditions. Never attempt to tow a vessel that weighs more than 50%
of your yacht’s weight (displacement). In case of emergency, if towing
is not possible, give assistance by taking people from the other vessel
on board your yacht. Take on board only as many persons as your
yacht can carry safely, and proceed to the nearest harbor. Inform the
Coast Guard immediately.
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