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Using pleasure craft safely

Going boating?

Make sure the coastguard has details of your boat in case of emergency

Safety regulations for pleasure craft

The safety rules you must follow to use your boat and the equipment you should carry on board
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Radio communication equipment for pleasure craft

Details of what you'll need for inshore and offshore voyages and getting your radio licences
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How to prevent problems on board pleasure craft

How to avoid accidents and problems when using your boat and how to deal with a man overboard and engine failure
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How to call for help in an emergency at sea

How to send a distress alert using the equipment you have on board and how it will be responded to
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What to do with out-of-date or damaged flares

Advice on how to safely dispose of old or damaged flares
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Pleasure craft - safety equipment

Advice on the safety equipment that you should consider having on board a pleasure craft
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