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May, 2017 By safeskipperwa
NOVEMBER OVER CHARLIE

NOVEMBER OVER CHARLIE

Handy to know! Recreational boat skippers will be aware of the common distress signals such as – flares, waving of arms, Mayday etc. But not many RST holders would recognise this one – November flag over Charlie flag an internationally
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26
Mar, 2017 By safeskipperwa

AVOID DISASTER

“Plot your course” One of the most important things to do prior to setting off especially if you have a larger vessel with substantial draft is to plot your course. There are many marine hazards along the Western Australia coast
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27
Jan, 2017 By safeskipperwa
The Diligent Dozen

The Diligent Dozen

TODAY’S BOATING TIP 12 Things to check when planning your next trip DESTINATION  (Lat/Long) PLOTTING A SAFE COUSRE DISTANCE (Nautical miles) CHECK WEATHER AND SEA CONDITIONS ARE SUITABLE PEOPLE ONBOARD (Safe number) SUFFICIENT FUEL/OIL (Litres) SAFTEY GEAR  (Life jackets, Flares,
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Jan, 2017 By safeskipperwa
TODAY’S BOATING TIP

TODAY’S BOATING TIP

Cardinal markers are very similar at first glance; here’s a few tips to help you remember which is which. North and South are fairly straight forward as the top markers (arrows) face up on the North cardinal and down on
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