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M.O.B./ Safety at the design stage

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by Codger, Feb 9, 2008.

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  1. Codger, Feb 9, 2008
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    Codger

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    Rather than sidetracking this thread...
    http://www.yachtforums.com/forums/general-yachting-discussion/8438-educated-skilled-safe.html

    Perhaps my memory is faulty or the equipment was well hidden but I can't see how some of these functions would be performed on several of the yachts that I've been on. During the initial design stages are the safety functions made a priority or does styling overrule all other considerations?

    When all the tenders are stashed away in garages aren't the options for rescue reduced?
  2. AMG, Feb 9, 2008
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    At least in Europe this is always considered. Even at our smallest production boats, we have a swim platform with a ladder you can lower from the water.

    On the largest yachts there should be a boat that can be lowered in a minute or two. Usually a rib tender. But in heavy seas, a life raft may be used as a first aid. At least the crew have practised how to enter a raft, because it isn´t that easy...