We have carefully selected some sources of safety and security related information for yacht and boat owners, so they are conveniently in one place for you.
Maritime & Coastguard Agency
Tasked with improving maritime safety & protecting the marine environment, the MCA provides a wealth of data and material covering all aspects of their role. Downloads of particular note are the Technical Safety Alerts - supporting an admirable policy of “prevention rather than cure” - and the renowned “ Ship Captain's Medical Guide”, now in its 22nd Edition.
www.mcga.gov.uk
Stolen Boats
We hope you won’t need this but when you do, it’s invaluable - a constantly updated directory of stolen vessels, coordinated with the Police as well as insurance companies.
www.stolenboats.org.uk
Marine Accident Investigation Branch
Responsible for official investigation of all types of marine accidents in UK waters, the MAIB covers not only larger shipping incidents but also extensively reviews those which involve pleasure craft and yachts: a mine of information with detailed accident reports.
www.maib.dft.gov.uk
Boat Safety Scheme
Set up to promote safety standards on inland waterways, this scheme is run by the Environment Agency and British Waterways who publish an extensive “Essential Guide” to Boat Safety covering technical safety on a wide range of topics from fire extinguishers to fuel on board.
www.boatsafetyscheme.com/
RNLI Sea Safety
Full of excellent free information and downloads, the Royal National Lifeboat Association maintains this comprehensive site which includes a range of guides covering everything from inboard engines to dive safety. www.rnliseasafety.org.uk
