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- stability may be reduced when towing or lifting heavy weights using a
davit or boom;
- air tanks should not be punctured;
- breaking waves are serious stability hazard.
(W) Information for the owner/operator about bilge-pumping system
The boat and/or pump manufacturer shall supply information on the
following aspects of the bilge-pumping system:
- type, capacity and location of each bilge pump;
- operating instructions;
- requirements for servicing.
Owners/operators responsibility
It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to have at least one
bailer/draw bucket on board, secured against accidental loss.
This requirement applies to
- all open and partially decked boats, and
- fully decked boats of design category D without a bilge pump.
Safety precautions
Caution
Check the function of all bilge pumps at regular intervals. Clear debris
from the pump inlets.
If fitted, the seacocks in the fore and aft peak bulkheads shall be kept
closed and shall only be opened to let water drain into the main bilges.
Warning
The combined capacity of the system is not intended to drain the craft in
the case of damage.
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