BASIC POWERBOATING. SAFETY & RESCUE FOR SAILING INSTRUCTORS 63 Holding Position at the Bow


While sailors at the centerboard side of the boat can be seen, the mast and sails may obstruct the view of sailors in the cockpit area. It also takes more time to circle around the boat if sailors need to be rescued in the cockpit area. However, if the sailboat is drifting toward a danger, the rescue boat can quickly grab the bow and tow it away.


Turning Off the Engine


While standing by and observing a capsized boat, turning off the engine removes any risk of the safety boat accidentally slipping into gear and coming in contact with the sailors. It is also easier to communicate with the sailors by eliminating the engine noise. However, if there is any wind or current, it will be difficult to stay in position near the sailboat, as the two boats will normally have different drift characteristics. If the engine is needed, using the “perpendicular” or “parallel” position will reduce the risk of contact.


Holding a Perpendicular Position


The safety boat is positioned perpendicular to the capsized sailboat either at its bow (as shown in the illustration) or stern.


Advantages: E Reduces the risk of the safety boat making contact with the sailors or sailboat.


E Allows the safety boat to be maneuvered forward and backward to observe the cockpit and centerboard areas of the capsized sailboat.


Disadvantages: E If positioned at the bow of the capsized boat, it will require additional time to move into position to rescue a sailor on the cockpit side of the boat, in comparison to positioning at the stern or using the Parallel Position.


E If positioned at the bow of the capsized boat, it may impede communication with the sailors in comparison to positioning at the stern or using the Parallel Position.


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