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MAN OVERBOARD PROCEDURES IN THE WATER |
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 Look for the
lifebuoy which may be close by.Remain calm, keep your legs close together and restrict
your legs close together and restrict your movements to stop flushing cold water under
your clothing. What ever your situation conserve your body heat- the greatest threat
to your survival is from the cold. Remember in cold water during the winter your ability
to assist in your rescue will be greatly diminished after 10 minutes. In rough conditions, turn your back to the waves to keep your mouth
and noise clear of spray. Tighten up wrist, ankle and neck fastenings of protective clothing to
reduce heat loss and the onset of hypothermia. Do not attempt to swim back to the boat for
the same reasons. If you are not wearing protective clothing or any of the safety
equipment advised in this booklet - Good Luck, you'll need it !! |
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