4. Are you capable of handling prevailing conditions? 4. 你是否能够应对⼀般的天⽓情况?
Ensure you are adequately experienced to handle the conditions you are going out in. Developing your skills in more challenging conditions should be done at a safe location which ideally has safety provision. If in doubt don’t go out.
Offshore winds and strong tidal streams can sweep you away from the safety of your chosen sailing area. It is essential that you understand the conditions you are sailing in and what consequences could occur. Poor visibility is best avoided as it prevents you from seeing dangers and others from seeing you should you get into difficulty.