Boat Collision, what to do?

September 28th, 2008 — dodo

Although collisions between small powerboats tend to result in minor damage, be prepared to handle the results of more serious crashes. Besides the aspect of personal injury, the major concern is serious damage to the hull, either above or below the waterline, since a hole near there can sink a boat. This kind of damage should he repaired as quickly as possible and excess water removed from the bilge.

What to do after Boat Collision

  1. Check for injuries among the crew.
  2. Locate any leaks.
  3. Stop the leak.
  4. Heel the boat to raise the damaged part out of the water. Read the rest of this entry »

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Operating Boat in Shallow Water, going aground?

September 28th, 2008 — dodo

Going aground can result from operating in shallow water or from leaving your boat on a beach when the tide is going out. The situation is often nothing more than a minor annoyance and an embarrassment since it is usually easy to push the boat off or float it free when the tide rises. Nevertheless, after a grounding you should inspect both the hull and the engine carefully for even minor damage.

What to do when you Aground

  1. Shut off the engine immediately.
  2. Tilt the drive unit upwards. Check the propeller for damage.
  3. Attempt to refloat.
  4. Obtain help to refloat. Read the rest of this entry »

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