BOATsmart! Base de connaissances du Canada

Module 07 - Emergency Preparedness

If circumstances (such as an onboard fire) dictate that you and your passengers need to abandon ship, perform the following:

STEP 1

Ensure that you and your passengers are wearing a lifejacket or PFD.

STEP 2

If time permits signal your need for assistance with a radio, flare, horn or flashlight.

STEP 3

If possible jump to the Windward side of the boat (the boat will drift away from you).

STEP 4

Once in the water swim well clear of the boat.

STEP 5

Visually and/or verbally confirm that all passengers are present and accounted for.