Risk Of Fire; Hazards Of Flooding; Risk Of Hypothermia - Quickboats foundation series User Manual

4.3

RISK OF FIRE

• In the case of a fire on board turn the Quickboat so that
any flames and/or smoke does not blow over the boat
and foredeck.
• Do not attempt to extinguish the fire against the wind.
• Shut off the engine and fuel supply to the engine.
• Never smoke while handling fuel or gas.
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4.4

HAZARDS OF FLOODING

During the voyage it is possible that water may enter the
Quickboat. Take the following precautions.
Avoid boating in bad weather; it might put you and the
passengers at unnecessary risk.
Establish as soon as possible where the leakage occurs
and try to repair it. Navigate, if possible, to a shallow place.
Ensure all passengers are wearing life vests.
Warning!
Do not abandon ship if it is not
immediately required.
4.5

RISK OF HYPOTHERMIA

Danger!
Stay in your Quickboat if at all possible.
If you fall into low temperature waters a
risk of hypothermia does exist. This risk
is underestimated by many sailors.