2 - SAFETY RULES 16
2.1.1 Use-related rules
DANGER
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Fossil fuel combustion generates high quantities of carbon monoxide.
This gas is a colourless, odourless and highly toxic.
When the engines and/or the generator are running, the yacht must be
properly ventilated, in particular if underway at low speed, or when the
exhaust fumes may blow back on board (e.g. when the yacht is shored or
anchored or riding the anchor).
Arrange the load evenly so as to keep the correct trim.
Do not overload the yacht especially at bow and aft.
Observe the rules to prevent a sea collision and respect the speed limits;
moreover always pay the utmost attention during navigation. Attention dur-
ing navigation.
WARNING
The Captain is the only person responsible for driving the yacht.
Prior to departure, the Captain must ensure that the safety equipment
required by law is present on board and perfectly working.
The Captain should always meet the requirements and have the specic
qualication to steer this yacht as requested by the laws in force in the coun-
try of use.
After becoming duly informed as to the operation and controls of the yacht,
at rst use the Captain should simulate some test manoeuvres, to locate the
controls and to be aware of the common reactions of this yacht.
WARNING
Do not use the yacht if the safety equipment is inoperative.
Failure to meet such requirement may cause serious risks to the safety
and health of passengers.
The basic operations like start, navigation, anchorage and mooring must be
carried out and checked thoroughly; in particular all procedures for naviga-
tion set-up should strictly be observed.
WARNING
At high speed, the use of the autopilot is dangerous and not recommend-
ed. Always be very careful during navigation even when the autopilot is
in use.
All refuelling phases have to be carried out with the necessary precautions
to avoid even the smallest spillage of products which could pollute the en-
vironment.
When navigating near harbours, beaches and shores, observe the direc-
tives issued by local port authorities, particularly as to the speed; high speed
can originate wake waves which can jeopardize the safety of the environ-
ment and of people.
Before lowering the anchor in free waters, be aware of the kind of sea bot-
tom underneath and near your yacht, to avoid damaging it.
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