2.2 Your safety bells and whistles on board
To ensure carefree and safe boating, your boat is equipped with different safety fixtures. Familiarize yourself with them before setting off on your voyage for the first time.
There maybe different or additional requirements for safety equipment in your country. In some countries it is a legal requirement to wear a life jacket.
This kind of additional safety equipment is not Saxdor’s responsibility. Also, it is your responsibility to ensure that the equipment complies with local regulations and that these devices are fully functional. If unsure, consult your Saxdor dealer.
Start with the builder’s plate! It contains important safety information, such as maximum load and number of people, which you must abide by at all times.
Your boat comes with emergency exits, a CO detector and space reserved for additional safety equipment. Your Saxdor dealer will help you get the additional safety equipment required in your country, such as fire extinguishers and smoke detectors.
Before setting off, make sure:
All safety equipment is fully functional and easily accessible.
Everyone on board knows where to find the safety equipment and emergency exits.
Everyone knows how to use the equipment and how to act in an emergency.
Everyone wears a life jacket, even if not required by law.
Maintain your safety equipment
Have the fire extinguisher inspected at the intervals indicated on the device or according to the local legislation. Replace the fire extinguisher if it has been expired.
Test the operation of smoke and CO detectors according to the local legislation.
Your boat is equipped with labels containing important safety information. Make sure:
You and everyone on board understands the meaning of the safety symbols and the texts on the labels.
Everyone obeys the instructions on the labels.