Safety first!
On 4th June, Alan held a Safety Forum, which was well received and attended. Notes can be found here. Notes from 2010 can be found here.
Slipway
We are now racing with larger fleets and it is important that we are smarter in our approach to getting in and out of the water. If crews of boats behind can help those in front on the ramp, boats will get away faster.
In the same way at the end of racing, will crews get their boats back to their space, to prevent accidents from flailing spars, whipping ropes and flapping sails.
Bosuns Shed
- No fuel cans (except rescue boats).
- No smoking
- No welding or grinding
- No naked lights
- Please do not store personal gear here
In the Compound
- No bare feet in the compound.
- Keep clear of un-guarded quay walls.
- Use both hands when using the quay wall ladders. One person at a time only on the ladder.
- Leave 1 metre clear access along the quay wall when parking cars.
- Take great care when using the causeway to the Race hut. This should only be used by the Race Officer and his/her assistants.
- Observe safety instructions for the use of the hauling-out winch. Obtain instruction from a committee member before first use.
- Although the Club circuits are protected by residual current circuit breakers it is recommended that only 110 volt power tools used with a 240/110 volt transformer are used on the Club premises.
- When using battery chargers connect the leads to the battery and plug in BEFORE switching on the mains. Switch off the mains before disconnecting the battery leads.
Mast Climbing
- When using the Club's mast climbing ladder follow the safety instruction on the bag.
- Check with Alan Butler before first use.
Free sailing and impromptu racing
Please ensure before going out:
- You have paddles or oars (in addition to any outboard you may have).
- Anchor (not a folding grapnel please, as they don't work) and at least 20m of line.
- Buoyancy hatches and bungs secure. Test dinghy buoyancy annually.
- You are aware of the state of the tide and its range during your proposed sail.
- Ensure that someone is aware of your activity and intended time of return.
- Wear your personal buoyancy.
- Do not use Club dinghies or powerboats for the first time without approval from James Parker, Alan Butler or Bill Fazakerley.
- For racing, programmed or impromptu, a rescue boat must be on the water and prepared for duty. Personal buoyancy must be worn by all afloat.
Page last updated: 11 August 2011
