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Immersion suits will delay the effects of hypothermia in cold
water and are available through many retailers who specialize
in sales of marine products. The suits should be stored and
maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Inflatable Life Rafts
An inflatable life raft can provide a survival platform for an
extended period of time. Be sure the life raft is large enough
for everyone on board when the boat operates off-shore.
It should have the appropriate emergency equipment pack
and should be professionally serviced periodically, according
to the manufacturer’s instructions. Coast Guard-approved
life rafts must meet a number of stringent material and
performance standards.
Anchoring
Anchoring is done for two principal reasons: first, to stop for
fishing, swimming, lunch or an overnight stay, and secondly, to
keep a boat from running aground in bad weather or as a result
of engine failure.
When preparing to anchor, bring the bow of the vessel into
the wind or current. Place the engine in neutral. When the
boat comes to a stop, slowly lower the anchor. Do not throw
the anchor over as it will tend to foul the anchor or tangle line.
When the anchor line has been let out, back up away from
the anchor with the engine in idle reverse to help set the
anchor. After it is firmly set, use reference points (landmarks)
in relation to the boat to be sure that the boat is not drifting.
Check the points frequently.
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