Safety & advice
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Whether on land or on the water, watch for overhead power lines. Contact with power
lines can cause serious injury or death.
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DO NOT sail while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
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Only sail in conditions in which you feel comfortable and where you feel confident that
you can safely sail the boat. Never go out in conditions beyond your ability.
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Everyone on board should wear a life jacket at all times.
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If you are in the water, remain in contact with the boat, even if it is capsized. A sailboat
can drift away faster than a person can swim.
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Never sail without a righting line.
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Wear appropriate clothes. Wear a wet suit or dry suit in cold weather or cold water
conditions.
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Learn the right of way rules and when in doubt, give way to others.
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When not sailing, always keep the boat pointed into the wind whether in the water or
on the beach.
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Read the instruction manual carefully.
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Make sure everyone on the boat reads and understnads these safety instructions.
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ALWAYS check that the drain plugs are screwed in before launching your catamaran.
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