Safety Procedures & Equipment Onboard
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Safety is the top priority on every charter. Understanding the safety equipment, procedures, and your role as a guest ensures a secure and enjoyable voyage. This guide covers everything you need to know.
The Safety Briefing
On embarkation day, the captain or first mate will conduct a mandatory safety briefing covering:
- •Location and use of life jackets (one per person, including child-sized)
- •Location of life rafts and deployment procedure
- •Fire extinguisher locations and how to use them
- •Man-overboard (MOB) procedures and what to do if someone falls into the water
- •Emergency communication equipment (VHF radio, satellite phone, EPIRB)
- •Emergency meeting points on the yacht
- •Basic first aid kit location
Tip: Pay close attention to the safety briefing even if you are an experienced sailor. Each yacht has different layouts and equipment locations.
Safety Equipment Onboard
Every yacht in our fleet carries the following safety equipment, inspected and certified:
- •Life jackets for all guests and crew (adult and child sizes)
- •Inflatable life rafts with emergency supplies
- •EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) — automatically transmits your position in an emergency
- •AIS (Automatic Identification System) for vessel tracking
- •Fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems
- •Comprehensive first aid kits with medications
- •VHF radio and satellite communication
- •GPS and radar navigation systems
- •Flares and emergency signaling devices
- •Man-overboard rescue equipment
All equipment is inspected according to maritime regulations and before each charter.
Water Activities Safety
Water activities are a highlight of any charter, but safety comes first:
- •Always inform the crew before entering the water.
- •Wear a life jacket when using jet skis, kayaks, or other watercraft.
- •Follow the crew instructions for diving and snorkeling — they know the local conditions.
- •Be aware of currents, marine life, and water temperature.
- •Children must wear life jackets at all times when on deck or in the water.
- •Never swim alone — use the buddy system.
- •Do not dive from the yacht unless the crew has confirmed the water depth.
Tip: Our crew members are trained water sports instructors. Let them guide you, especially if you are trying an activity for the first time.
Medical Emergencies
In the event of a medical emergency:
- •Alert the captain or crew immediately.
- •Every yacht carries a comprehensive first aid kit, and crew members are trained in first aid and CPR.
- •In serious cases, the captain will contact coast guard / rescue services and arrange the fastest route to medical facilities.
- •Satellite communication allows us to consult with shore-based medical professionals.
- •Helicopter evacuation can be arranged in remote areas if necessary.
Tip: Inform the crew of any pre-existing medical conditions, allergies, or medications before departure. This information is kept confidential and helps the crew respond appropriately in any situation.
Weather & Sea Conditions
Your captain monitors weather conditions continuously:
- •Modern yachts have advanced weather tracking and routing software.
- •If conditions deteriorate, the captain will adjust the itinerary to find sheltered waters.
- •In the rare event of severe weather, the yacht will seek harbor and wait for conditions to improve.
- •Our operations center provides 24/7 weather support to all charters.
- •Guests are informed of any itinerary changes and the reasons behind them.
Your safety always takes priority over the planned itinerary. Experienced captains know the best sheltered anchorages and alternative routes in every destination.
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