SAFETY INFORMATION
The water can be a hostile, unfriendly and unforgiving environment. For those of us who want to enjoy ourselves on or in the water, some sensible precautions and thought can ensure that the marine environment is friendly and safe as well as enjoyable. However, it will never be forgiving for those who are not wary. There is plenty of safety advice available from the Royal Yachting Association, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Make sure you are adequately trained for the activity you want to do on or in the water and that you are familiar with any safety equipment available to you. Beyond that, exercise care and consideration for others and operate within your limits.
Radio
The marine band VHF radio is probably the best communication device on your vessel if used correctly with the right training. You need two separate licences to use a marine radio. One for the radio itself and another to be allowed to operate the radio. The radio agency frequently carries out checks for both types of licence. A mobile phone is another good option but does have limits. It does not have the range and cannot be heard by more than one person at a time. Do not rely on mobile phones for communication with the shore or with other craſt.
National Coastwatch Institution
Froward Point Mariners can use Channel 65 (Duplex) to call “Froward Point NCI” and obtain local weather information or request radio checks. Or phone 01803 262173. A webcam with live footage can be viewed at www.
nci-frowardpoint.org.uk
Safety Management Dart Harbour is compliant with the Port Marine Safety Code and operates a safety management system covering all activities on the river including our statutory responsibilities. Please contact the Harbour Office if you require further information.
Use of Paddle Craſt e.g. kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards
Please note the following advice and recommendations to help keep you safe while out on the river. • Wear a personal floatation device (buoyancy aid/ lifejacket).
• Go afloat with others and not on your own.
• Take a means of calling for help (mobile phone, VHF).
• Check the weather forecast and tide times before you go afloat
• Take care when the tide is flowing quickly – it can catch you out!
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• Tell somebody ashore when you’re going afloat and when you expect to be off the water.
• Carry a light or torch if on the water at night, and consider wearing high-visibility clothing.
• Label your equipment with contact details in case you lose it! (stickers available for free from HM Coastguard).
• Give vessels with limited manoeuvrability a wide berth (e.g. Higher & Lower Car Ferries).
• Avoid high traffic areas such as passenger ferry landing points and pontoons (see map below).
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Bayards Cove Kingswear Lighthouse
Royal Dart Yacht Club Moorings
Higher car ferry
Lower car ferry
Passenger ferry
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