![]() “SAFETY MESSAGE … Listen (working channel)”… followed by the safety message (broadcast on the working channel as follows): “THIS IS … Vessel name” … “THIS IS … Vessel name” … “THIS IS … Vessel name” “ALL STATIONS” … “ALL STATIONS” … “ALL STATIONS” “THIS IS … Vessel name … Problem … Request … Vessel name … OVER” “ALL STATIONS” … “ALL STATIONS” … “ALL STATIONS” … (or specific station) This should be repeated until an answer is received. “MAYDAY … Vessel name … position, nature of distress, kind of assistance needed, any other useful information … OVER” “THIS IS … Vessel name”…“THIS IS Vessel name”…“THIS IS Vessel name” For more information on VHF radio courses, see link to the Canadian Power and Sail Squadron website in the Links box at right. Industry Canada has delegated the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS) the authority to issue this certificate which can be obtained by taking either a seminar or a home-study course. Anyone operating a fixed or portable VHF marine radio in a pleasure craft is required by law to have a Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime). Complete information regarding emergency procedures is contained in the Safe Boating Guide (see Safety Information and Resources above). Radio checks should be done with the CCG Victoria on Channel 83A. CCG Victoria can also be contacted by cell phone on *16. This channel is our safety link and is to be used for emergencies and for calling to another boater who, after initial contact, should immediately choose another channel for continuing communication. RadioĪll boaters should monitor VHF Channel 16, which the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) monitors 24 hours a day. If the boat is used after sunset, then navigation lights are required. ![]() A dinghy under six metres in length must carry one Canada-approved personal flotation device for each person aboard, a buoyant heaving line, a manual propelling device or anchor, one bailer or pump, and a sound-signalling device. Boat Tendersīoat tenders such as inflatable or rigid dinghies are subject to regulations intended to promote their safe use. To obtain the PCOC, visit the Office of Boating Safety website, where a number of BC courses/testing agencies are listed. Under the Pleasure Craft Operator Competency Program, which went into effect in September 2009, no person of any age may operate a powered recreational vessel (including personal water craft and powered dinghies) without a PCOC or equivalent proof of competency. They organize an annual Safety Day in the spring and offer safety-related boating courses during some winter months. The Sailing Club has a team of Safety Officers, whose responsibility is the safety of our marina and grounds, and who can act as resources for our members. To download an electronic version of the Safe Boating Guide in PDF format, see the Downloads box at right. Note that a current copy of this guide includes changes to Small Vessel Regulations that came into force in May 2010.ĭistress and emergency calls can be made to the Victoria Rescue Coordination Centre at 1-80, or on cell phone *311. The publication Safe Boating Guide is available in printed form at the Ganges Coast Guard Station (25), or by calling the Boating Safety Info Line at 1-80. Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety provides extensive information on safety and related regulations online (see link to the Office of Boating Safety website in the Links box at right). ![]() The Skipper should ensure that all the safety equipment aboard is complete and current according to the current regulations. Although the waters surrounding the Gulf Islands are enjoyably benign, they also have hidden dangers. The Skipper is legally responsible not only for the safety of the vessel and all persons aboard, but also has a legal responsibility toward other boats and their crews. Safe boating should be the primary concern of all members. ![]()
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