Section 9 Safety Equipment
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program. We recommend that you contact
the manufacturer of your CO detector and
have it tested and recertified periodically.
Certain electronic equipment have a limited
life span, follow the CO detectors manufac-
turers recommendations on when the detec-
tor must be replaced.
9.6 First Aid
It is the boat operator's responsibility to be
familiar with proper first-aid procedures and
be able to care for minor injuries or illnesses
of your passengers. In an emergency, you
could be far from professional medical assis-
tance, so be prepared. We recommend you
be prepared by receiving training in basic
first aid and CPR, through classes given by
the Red Cross or your local hospital.
Equip your boat with at least a simple
marine first-aid kit and a first-aid manual.
The marine first-aid kit should be designed
for the marine environment and be well sup-
plied. Keep it accessible so each person
onboard knows where it is located. As sup-
plies are used, replace them. Some com-
mon drugs and antiseptics can lose their
strength or become unstable as they age.
Ask a medical professional about the sup-
plies you should carry and the safe shelf life
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