{"id":80,"date":"2015-02-12T00:55:00","date_gmt":"2015-02-12T05:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.boatsmartexam.com\/?post_type=article&#038;p=80"},"modified":"2020-04-02T16:42:53","modified_gmt":"2020-04-02T16:42:53","slug":"responding-boating-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.boatsmartexam.com\/knowledge-base\/article\/responding-boating-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Boating Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Boating emergencies are something we never think will happen to us but they can strike at any time and come in various forms and degrees of severity. The key to safe, enjoyable boating is being prepared and having the right knowledge. You may not be able to predict the unexpected\u2013but you can prepare for it.<\/p>\n<p>If you find yourself in a boating emergency, you should:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Remain calm<\/li>\n<li>Properly\u00a0assess the situation\u00a0and then take appropriate action<\/li>\n<li>Ensure your own safety and that of your passengers<\/li>\n<li>If necessary, signal your need for help using a\u00a0recognized distress signal<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>What to Do in a Boating Emergency<\/h2>\n<p>The following will help you respond effectively in boating emergencies:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always ensure that passengers and crew members are wearing a <a title=\"Lifejackets &amp; PFDs\" href=\"\/article\/lifejackets-pfds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PFD or life jacket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><em>T<a title=\"Boating Laws in Canada\" href=\"\/article\/boating-laws-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">he<\/a><\/em><a title=\"Boating Laws in Canada\" href=\"\/article\/boating-laws-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0<em>Small Vessel Regulations<\/em><\/a>\u00a0require that certain vessels carry an emergency kit (keep the proper equipment and supplies onboard to stop hull leaks and make minor on-water repairs)<\/li>\n<li>Carry a first aid kit onboard at all times<\/li>\n<li>If you or any of your passengers have been injured: Whoever is closest to the injured person should assess the victim\u2019s breathing and administer first aid if necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/02\/WhatToDoInAnEmergency.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-127 size-large\" data-original=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/02\/WhatToDoInAnEmergency-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Boater using hand signals to indicate distress\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-original-set=\"https:\/\/www.boatsmartexam.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/02\/WhatToDoInAnEmergency-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.boatsmartexam.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/02\/WhatToDoInAnEmergency-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boatsmartexam.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/02\/WhatToDoInAnEmergency.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Remember to always keep a lookout for other boaters signaling distress or who are in need of assistance. If you have witnessed a distress signal or an emergency situation, you are required by law\u00a0to help other boaters as long as it is safe to do so.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Safe Boating Tip:<\/strong> Would you know how to perform rescue-breathing techniques in a boating emergency? Have you ever treated a person suffering from hypothermia? If you don\u2019t know how to handle these types of emergencies, you should take a first aid course. If an emergency arises, you\u2019ll be able to respond quickly\u2013you may even be able to prevent permanent injury or death.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","format":"standard","article-category":[13],"article-tag":[46,162,165,212],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v14.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Boating Emergencies and How to Respond<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn about boating emergencies and preparing for the unexpected. 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