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Document Date: July 1,
2005
Revisions: none
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ACURA KEY WEST 2006
IN THOSE INSTANCES WHERE APPLICABLE CLASS RULES FOR THOSE ONE
DESIGN CLASSES
GIVEN A ONE
DESIGN START CONFLICT WITH THESE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS,
THE CLASS RULES SHALL
TAKE PRECEDENCE
Sailing is an inherently risky activity and it is the ultimate and
final responsibility of the skipper, owner and crew to use their
best judgment regarding participating in any race, continuing in a
race, and use of safety equipment and procedures.
The skipper and/or owner are responsible for assuring that the yacht
is seaworthy and equipped with all safety equipment appropriate for
the prevailing and expected conditions. Each crewmember shall
familiarize themselves with the location and proper use of all such
equipment. The skipper and/or owner and crew shall utilize all
appropriate safety equipment whenever conditions warrant.
The safety requirements for equipment and procedures are as follows:
1. Requirements of the applicable US Coast Guard Regulations
for type and size of vessel
(summary of requirements
at
http://www.uscgboating.org/safety/fedreqs/equ_refchart.htm
2. Requirements as stated in one design class or applicable
handicap rules
3. Requirements as stated in the regatta’s Notice &
Conditions of Race and Sailing Instructions
4. The ISAF Offshore Special Regulations, Category 5, except
that Part C Recommendations shall be required with the exception of
sections 4.01.2 (display of sail numbers while sails are down),
4.26.9 (specific mainsail reefing requirements), and 5.01.2 (SOLAS
life jacket requirements).
These regulations can be
found at:
http://www.sailing.org/offshore/2004/2004App.J.pdf.
5. A Man
Overboard practice maneuver shall be practiced by all entries
Recommendation:
It is strongly advised that the owner and/or skipper consult with
their boat designer and sailmaker to decide the most effective size
for storm and heavy weather sails. The purpose of these sails is to
provide safe propulsion for the yacht in severe weather.
Reminder on Rendering Assistance:
Racing Rules of Sailing Fundamental Rule 1.1 states: "A boat or
competitor shall give all possible help to any person or vessel in
danger."
A SIGNED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL BE KEPT ABOARD THE YACHT
DURING KEY WEST 2006 AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON
REQUEST.
BOAT NAME: __________________________________ SAIL NUMBER:_______________
OWNER/SKIPPER: ______________________________ DATE:
________________________
Signature
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