WELCOME TO THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SEA SAFETY FROM THE RNLI Every year our voluntary lifeboat crews respond to 8,000 or so incidents, many of which could have been prevented by observing simple safety precautions. Over half of these launches are to leisurecraft. Potentially more lives could be saved and fewer lifeboat call outs would be needed if leisurecraft users became more aware of the potential dangers. Created as part of the charity’s commitment to prevention through sea safety education, Sea Safety: the Complete Guide aims to help you enjoy your time afloat safely so that you don’t become a rescue statistic. This guide is for you to read at home and possibly have with you when you go out on the water. It covers the basic information you need to consider when going out to sea.
Whether you are an experienced water user or a novice, there is something in there for everyone: it’s your passport to safety at sea. For more individual and confidential sea safety advice, contact us and ask for RNLI Advice Onboard. An RNLI trained volunteer adviser will come and chat to you about your craft’s safety equipment free of charge. There is no substitute for correct training or seeking up-to-date advice from experts and official organisations, so the RNLI provides presentations and practical demonstrations. For more information visit RNLI.org/seasafety. We hope you will have a happy and safe time on the water.
Designed to complement this guide, the interactive version offers a fun and interactive look at sea safety, with video clips, animations and quizzes for your chosen watersport.
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