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Safety equipment

Carrying the right safety equipment onboard your vessel could mean the difference between life and death.
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Lifejackets

Wearing a lifejacket gives you the best chance of survival. Learn how to select, use and store your lifejacket.

Rescue boats

A lack of understanding of how outboard motors are operated and maintained could result in poor performance or total failure during a rescue operation. This could have catastrophic consequences. 

Safety equipment

The safety equipment you need will depend on your vessel and operation. 

  • Your safety equipment

    Always refer to the relevant legislative requirements and manufacturer guidelines for safety…
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