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Guidelines for your Safety at Sea Introduction PHYSICAL STRENGTH, GLOBAL REACH. Guidelines Bob Sanguinetti, CEO and Captain of the Port of Gibraltar Authority for your Page 3 Safety at Sea Published in association with We are going further. Gibraltar Port Authority and The Royal Gibraltar Police Marine Section With 20 years of physical strength and global reach behind us, by Compass Publications Limited The Gibraltar Port Authority COMPASSwww.gibraltarport.com and you can rely on us to take care of all your bunkering needs. COMPASS The Royal Gibraltar Police Marine Section Page 5 PUBLICATIONSCompass Publications LTD. Limited Marcon House, Bailey Street Castle Acre, King’s Lynn Norfolk PE32 2AG United Kingdom What to do before setting off Tel: +44 (0)1760 755783 Fax: +44 (0)1760 755942 Page 6 Email: [email protected] Engine checklist www.compass-publications.co.uk Outboards Page 8 Published May 2016 Seventh Edition ©2016 Compass Publications Limited Inboards and Sterndrives Page 10 Publisher James P Moriarty Sales Director Andy Bullen Editorial Mike Toogood (GPA) Sergeant Stewart Stone (RGP) 20,000 DELIVERIES IN 2015 7,300 DAYS OF OPERATION Photography Rock Marketing & Photography Rules of the road Page 12 Production Editor Lights and shapes Page 14 Linda Roast Illustrations Beaches Page 15 Mark Terrey Print Seashore and pleasure boat rules Page 16 Swallowtail 20 OFFICES WORLDWIDE 250 WORKERS CLOCKING IN Port rules Page 20 Page 22 5 PHYSICAL SUPPLY REGIONS ONE MILLION TONNES OF FUEL Canoes, small sailing boats and boardsailing Diving Page 23 ACROSS THE GLOBE SUPPLIED PER MONTH Personal watercraft... 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Introduction Those who use the sea know that its Finally, I wish all our readers hours of safe very nature creates a dangerous and and enjoyable experiences afloat or on unpredictable environment which can and the shoreline! does catch many unawares. The secret to staying safe is good preparation and Reliable support knowing exactly what to do if and when something goes wrong. Therefore, the for yacht owners since 1961 Gibraltar Port Authority (GPA) together with the Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP) and the Gibraltar Maritime Administration sales and service of (GMA) have jointly produced this booklet to provide leisure and commercial users with guidance on how to keep them- Bob Sanguinetti selves as safe as possible. CEO and Captain of the Port Gibraltar Port Authority The purpose of this guide is to provide Port Office, North Mole, Gibraltar basic information for boat and beach Tel: +350 200 46254 users. However, nothing can replace Fax: +350 200 51513 experience, professional training and Email: [email protected] education. Because of this we advise that www.gibraltarport.com owners or users of any sea craft attend an RYA-approved professional training programme and/or join a local club +350 20075148 u [email protected] u www.sheppard.gi where they can gain hands-on practical experience. seventh edition Safety at Sea 3 The Gibraltar The Royal Port Authority Gibraltar Police The government-administered Gibraltar Port Authority was founded in 1806 and its successor, the independent Gibraltar Port Marine Section Authority (GPA), was established in 2005 by The Royal Gibraltar Police Marine Section The first boat fitted with a compass was the Gibraltar Port Authority Act. was first established in 1944. the William Gulloch; this vessel was The principal functions of the Port At this time rowing boats were deployed acquired in Tangier and collected by Authority are to regulate the safe movement to patrol the harbour. The first powered Inspector Owen who at that time com- of vessels, co-ordinate Search and Rescue boat was the Henry Morgan and was nick- manded the Marine Section. (SAR) operations, ensure all agencies are named, La cucaracha (The Cockroach). The present day Marine Section provides operating in line with Local and International This was because it was very old and a 24 hour patrol of the territorial waters of Maritime Law and the security and safety primitive. Gibraltar, which is augmented on land by of all vessels in British Gibraltar Territorial This was replaced by the Robert Miles, high visibility patrols of the marinas. They Waters (BGTW). an ex RAF open boat which had been used are equipped with three launches, the To ensure the safety of navigation at sea to ferry aircrew to and from flying boats Sir Joshua Hassan, the Sir William Jackson in and around BGTW the Gibraltar Port moored in the harbour and also a former and the latest addition to the fleet, the Authority uses a high specification Vessel naval pinnace, the William Seed. Sir Adrian Johns. They also have two Traffic Services (VTS) system. Supported by Some years later they were replaced by Interceptor RHIBS, one Madera RHIB, one multiple radars and high-powered cameras, four 30 foot launches, John Bennet, Sam SCARAB, one jet boat, three jet skis and a positioned in strategic locations around the Blair, Armstrong and Cochrane. None of dive RHIB. Rock of Gibraltar, the VTS centre monitors these vessels had a compass fitted. This All members of the section are fully the surrounding waters on a 24/7 basis. meant that the crews had great difficulty qualified coxswains having attained RYA in operating in heavy fog outside of the qualifications. harbour. seventh edition Safety at Sea 5 The Marine Environment Do not throw rubbish into the sea. Do not spill petrol or oil when refuelling. Detergents, chemicals and paint should not be disposed of at sea. Bilge pumps must not be emptied What to do before in harbours or close to swimmers. Avoid disturbing wildlife. setting off Preparation is the key Other equipment Noise pollution...sound can travel a long way to safe boating Other equipment that should be carried and across water, especially on a hot still day. l Make sure that your vessel and engine checked include; are regularly maintained. l Anchor and adequate anchor chain/rope l Be aware of the limitations of your boat l Batteries and sail within your own ability. l Fenders l Periodically check communication and l Bilge pump and/or a hand bailer life-saving equipment. l Fog horn l Navigation lights Go through a systematic checklist l Ropes before putting to sea l Tool-kit l Check the local weather forecast for any l Torch adverse weather conditions. l Knife l Ensure that sufficient and appropriate- l Spare can of fuel: kept separate from the safety equipment is carried for all on board. main tank in case of contamination l Tell someone ashore the details of your l Back-up propulsion: a small auxiliary planned trip. Include departure time, arrival engine (5-10 hp), paddles or oars time and also destination, a description of l Compass the boat and the names of all persons on l Proper operation of the kill-cord (if fitted) board. l Clean drinking water l Be careful not to overload the vessel as it will make it unstable. Be aware l Always keep a proper look-out Safety equipment l Drinking alcohol impairs your judgement l VHF Radio, or at the very least a fully l Wear hats and sunglasses and use charged mobile phone sunblock for protection against the harmful l Lifejackets and buoyancy aids rays of the sun. l Flares l Fire extinguishers Notices to mariners and l First Aid kit navigational warnings The Gibraltar Port Authority issues regular Children and non-swimmers should always Local Notice to Mariners on their website wear buoyancy aids/life jackets. to warn mariners about special operations Be sure that you know how to operate that are being conducted or potential these aids and equipment and that they are navigational hazards e.g. live firing checked for being in date for servicing. exercises, maritime surveys, etc. It is very important to be aware of such notices before you set out. seventh edition Safety at Sea 7 A brief guide on general checks for boat engines, both outboard and inboard, which should be carried out before going to sea. 9 Engine checklist Outboards 6. Fuel Line - Connect the fuel line to Pre-start checks the tank and to the engine. Make sure it is 3 1. Clamps or Bolts - Make sure the in good condition and free of kinks. engine is securely clamped or bolted to 7. Fuel Filter - If it is fitted with a water the boat. separator/filter, inspect the filter bowl for 2. Fuel - Make sure your fuel is fresh dirt or water and drain it off if necessary. and uncontaminated, and that you have Small Engines - On small engines with enough for your intended trip, plus a integral tanks, make sure that the fuel tap 4 generous reserve. Do not overfill. is open. 3. Oil - Some two-stroke outboards 8. Tank Vent - Open the tank vent. 11 need oil mixed with their fuel. Make 9. Battery Switch - If your engine is sure you use a marine two-stroke oil and connected to the boat's electrical that you mix it in the right ratio.