Download or read book A Guide to Small Boat Emergencies written by John M. Waters and published by US Naval Institute Press. This book was released on 1993 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the Coast Guard's leading authorities on water safety and rescue offers a handbook filled with practical advice and useful tips that could save lives.
Download or read book Doctor on Board written by Jürgen Hauert and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential guide for sailors dealing with medical problems or emergencies while at sea.
Download or read book Emergencies on Board written by John Rousmaniere and published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press. This book was released on 2005-11-17 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential information boaters need--onboard and at their fingertips On the water, when questions arise, there's no time to search through an exhaustive manual. The Captain's Quick Guides provide all the answers--fast. Drawn from the world's largest boating library, each laminated Quick Guide presents 14 color panels of authoritative, concise information on a critical topic, designed for onboard quick reference. Quick Guides are: Hinged and laminated for durability and resistance to water damage Carefully organized with color illustrations for instant, easy answers Ideal for emergency situations with an at-your-fingertips format Just right for tight quarters, where space is an issue
Download or read book Alive on the Ocean Waves written by and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Alive on the Ocean Waves written by New Zealand. Small Boat Safety Committee and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book On Board Emergency Handbook written by Tony Meisel and published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press. This book was released on 2006-04-21 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life raft? Flare gun? Our illustrated handbook gives you your most important piece of emergency equipment--the knowledge to face any crisis You must be self-reliant on the water, and On-Board Emergency Handbook should be on your boat--as a trusted advisor if things should ever go wrong, and for reassurance at all times. Its 42 emergency topics are alphabetically arranged for quick reference, and each one provides instant access to the best action in a given crisis. Topics covered include collisions, abandoning ship, dismasting, holing, icing, heavy weather, lightning, man overboard, medical emergencies, and much more.
Download or read book Alive on the Ocean Waves written by New Zealand. Small Boat Safety Committee and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Emergency Companion written by Jon Winge and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2009-12-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential onboard guide to staying afloat and alive at sea-when you run into trouble Written by a respected marine journalist with over thirty years of boating experience, this practical guide offers immediate solutions to any number of problems encountered while at sea. Addressing such dangers as fire; taking on water; running aground; losing power, mast, or rudder; man overboard; becoming lost; and extreme weather, the book offers clear guidance on gaining control of the situation, along with easily understandable photos and illustrations. Other key safety measures, such as having a good understanding of first aid, the Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS), flares and signals, are also described in detail. This handy, waterproof guide would complete any boat's equipment list. Detailed advice for most emergency situations A must-have reference for all sailors, power boaters, and motor boaters The author of numerous books in Norwegian, John Winge has cruised all over world As important as a first-aid kit, Emergency Companion is any boater's first line of defense against managing any mishap or potential disaster at sea.
Download or read book Power Boating For Dummies written by Randy Vance and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-03-03 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ahoy, there! From docking and mooring to routine power boat maintenance and repairs, this handy guide is your trusted first mate for smooth sailing For both new and experienced boaters, Power Boating For Dummies is a useful reference that covers the ins and outs of this exciting and popular sport. The book starts at the beginning, taking you through the process of buying a boat, but it’s helpful to anyone who owns a boat. Designed to teach you how to pilot a boat, equip it, store it, tow it, handle emergencies, and more, — it’s a comprehensive guide written in jargon-free language . Power Boating For Dummies teaches you everything you need to know about buying, operating, and enjoying a power boat up to 35 feet in length and provides expert guidance for anyone new to the sport and new tips and ideas for improving power boating for even those with some experience captaining a boat: Calculate the costs of boating and compare those costs to non-boating activities Decide which type of boat to buy — fishing, runabouts, pontoon, cruisers, or houseboats Know which mechanical checks to perform when you’re looking at a pre-owned boat Learn the rules of boater safety Find out what it takes to acquire a boating license Outfit your power boat with the right gear, equipment, and supplies — for fun and safety Operate your power boat, from launching and loading to driving, anchoring, and docking Navigate with charts, GPS, and radar Handle the weather and other boat emergencies Check (and change) fluids, charge your boat’s battery, and perform other routine maintenance tasks Check and repair belts and propellers and fix leaks and other minor problems Prepare your power boat for all seasons Keep your boat’s galley fully stocked To learn about all of that and so much more, including boating tactics that separate the pros from the amateurs and all-important items you’ll never set sail without, grab your copy of Power Boating For Dummies today.
Download or read book Heavy Weather Boating Emergencies written by Chuck Luttrell and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Small Boat Seamanship Manual written by Richard N. Aarons and published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press. This book was released on 2006-03-09 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make the U.S. Coast Guard your first mate The Small-Boat Seamanship Manual contains all the information found in the Coast Guard's official 1,200-page training manual, giving you access to the highest standards of seamanship practiced and perfected by professional mariners. In addition to in-depth coverage of boat handling and navigation, you’ll find instructions for dealing with extreme situations, including search and rescue, towing, firefighting, vessel flood management, righting capsized boats, and maneuvering in heavy surf. You’ll also learn about Steering with a broken hydraulic line Close-quarters maneuvering Using the right lines and knots Capsize prevention, precautions, and survival techniques Change-of-course maneuvers to reduce icing and freezing spray Plugging and patching holes for flood control Predicting weather And much more This is the U.S. Coast Guard's primary training resource for boat handling and seamanship in conditions ranging from benign to extreme. Now this accumulated wisdom is yours with the Small-Boat Seamanship Manual.
Download or read book Heavy Weather Boating Emergencies written by Chuck Luttrell and published by . This book was released on 1999-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fresh-water boaters will find life-saving information on how to maintain control in emergency situations. Written specifically for powerboaters, this book details what to do when encountering heavy weather and on-board emergencies such as engine failure, falling overboard, or loss of position. Readers will also learn how to prevent accidents and catastrophes by learning how to identify storms before they arise.
Download or read book Emergencies at Sea written by Sid Stapleton and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 1991 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative Chapman's handbook covers all the vital information for dealing with marine emergencies. In easy, clear language, veteran off-shore voyager Sid Stapleton outlines the critical first steps for getting the crisis under control. Photos and line drawings.
Download or read book Proceedings of the Marine Safety Council written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Boating Emergency Manual written by Tony Meisel and published by Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 1989 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions show the average boater what to do in case of emergency. Waterproof plastic cover enables the book to be used onboard. Illustrated.
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