Rescue by lifeboat Depending on your location and the weather conditions, the RNLI lifeboat that comes to your aid may be a large all-weather type or a smaller inshore lifeboat. • Ensure radio contact is maintained. Most lifeboats are equipped with VHF directionfinding equipment and you may be asked to transmit using your VHF so they can home in on your signal. • Make your boat as visible as possible. Turn on all lights at night or have distress flares ready to use to help the lifeboat pinpoint your exact position. • Have ropes and mooring lines ready, although the lifeboat will prepare any ropes or fenders required. • Warn the lifeboat of any hazards in the water. • Try to stay calm. Using this guide and the interactive version will help you to keep safe on the water. But if things do go wrong, RNLI lifeboats are here to help, whatever the weather, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
RNLI to the rescue Photo: Anthony Peters
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