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This page will be a
collection of snippets and information, gleaned from owners and friends,
newspapers, magazines and scurrilous here-say as well no doubt,
hopefully all factual, as far as can be ascertained, and maybe humorous, we
all need a giggle some times! Have you found a snippet we could add?
We add this one again
as it is so important. I bought one for the grandson, checked out OK,
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Seago Yachting has released a statement saying that some Seago
150 and 175 Newton Lifejackets, including Junior Lifejackets,
may have a defect which could result in serious injury.
The lifejackets are marked with a manufacture date in roman
numerals, for instance the last quarter of 2005 is shown IV/05.
The quarters concerned are:
IV/05
I/06
II/06
III/06
IV/06
I/07
If you own a Seago 150 or 175 Newton Lifejackets, including
Junior Lifejackets, then please check the manufacture date. The
lifejackets in question were sold in chandlery shops, marine
retail outlets & marine web sites throughout the United Kingdom.
If you have an affected lifejacket then PLEASE STOP USING IT
IMMEDIATELY. Please remove the gas cylinder manually from the
inflation system and return the lifejacket only to Seago
Yachting Ltd, Mullany Business Park, Golden Cross, Hailsham,
East Sussex, BN27 3RP for testing, along with your full contact
details. Any faulty jackets will be replaced. Jackets which are
tested and found not to be faulty will be returned.
If you have any queries then please do not hesitate to contact
Seago Yachting Ltd on 01825 873632.
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Practical Boat Owner, 28 May 2008
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Some of the latest incidents reported by the
MCA:
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This month's topical issue:
VHF Radios |
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A Short Guide to Using VHF Radios
VHF is the
most common communication system at sea.
Whilst there are thousands of radio sets
in use, there is still some confusion
among boat owners about their appropriate
use. Here, Karl Pentin, Director of Safety
Marine, answers some of the most
frequently asked questions.
[Full Story]
Using VHF Radio - 9 Practical Tips
A marine VHF
radio is the primary link to the land when
a vessel is at sea and it is a critical
item of safety equipment. When used
correctly, it provides a vital link to
potential rescuers in an emergency, as
well as providing excellent general
communications.
Here are 9 practical tips to help you and
your crew get the best out of your VHF
radio.
[Full Story]
What's New in VHF Radios - The NEW Icom
IC-M505 DSC VHF
The NEW Icom
IC-M505 DSC VHF Radio and its optional
second handset offer a host of unrivalled
features and performance benefits to
mariners.
The Commandmic HM-162 second station
handset option gives you the benefit of
full remote control of all VHF functions,
including DSC, as well as useful intercom,
foghorn and loud hailer capabilities.
Order both
the IC-M505 VHF Radio and the HM-162
Commandmic second station handset for just
£350 (inc VAT). Special offer price
reduced from £399.95, for a limited period
only.
[Order Now]
THIS MONTH'S PROMOTION - ICOM IC-M33
Waterproof Handheld VHF Radio
 This
is the world’s first 5W handheld VHF radio
that actually floats!
If the
IC-M33 is accidentally dropped into the
water, the radio comes up to the surface
so it can be easily retrieved.
The radio
has a robust waterproof casing to ensure
it will keep working even after it has
been submerged to depths of up to 21m.
Special
promotion – the IC-M33 is now priced at
£129 (inc VAT) and we will supply every
radio with a FREE 12v charging lead,
usually £12.99, while stocks last.
[Order Now]
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Coming up in the next issue
Next month’s
issue will be looking at useful end of
season tips and some marine Christmas gift
suggestions for you and your friends and
family!
We hope you
have found this issue of The Beacon, of
interest. Do forward it to a friend or
colleague and let us have any feedback or if
there are any topics you would like us to
cover in future editions, by emailing the
editor at
advice@safety-marine.co.uk. |
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MARINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL
OFFERS
Take a look at this month's safety
equipment promotions and special
offers.
Read more
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THINKING OF CHARTERING OUT YOUR BOAT?
Contact our technical team for advice
on MCA requirements and tailored
quotations for your vessel
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DIARY DATE
HAVANT BOAT JUMBLE
8 November 2009
10am to 2pm
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VHF Distress Urgency and Safety
Procedures Card
A waterproof card with clear
instructions for distress, urgency and
safety procedures when using VHF.
Position it prominently for emergency
use. An MCA requirement for all
charter vessels.
Now just £9.99 with FREE postage until
30 November 2009
Order now
A Guide to VHF Afloat (new 3rd
edition)
The latest book on using VHF at sea.
Written by a renowned RYA examiner and
instructor, covering how VHF sets
work, which channels to use, different
call types, DSC, emergencies, rescue
and GMDSS. A recommended title for the
Short Range Certificate.
Now just £10.50 with FREE postage
until 30 November 2009
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FLOOD RISK ADVICE - CRAFTINSURE
Not surprisingly, Craftinsure.com has received a number of claims following
the latest floods, ranging from yachts secured to jetties and overcome by
rising waters in the Lake District to Narrow boats and cruisers being
flooded or breaking adrift on swollen rivers.
We are therefore emailing the following Risk Advice to past and present
customers to help anyone who might be affected:
* If floods are likely, add extra mooring warps and consider using
higher anchoring points not restricted by lower ones should levels rise.
* Try and arrange for local boatyards or residents to keep mooring lines
adjusted if you are not able to check the boat regularly.
* Take appropriate steps to reduce the risk of any part of the boat
becoming trapped under a jetty, sill or similar obstruction as water levels
rise.
* During periods of heavy rain, monitor accumulation of water in the
bilges. This can lower freeboard to a critical point and even lead to the
boat sinking if hull openings normally above the waterline become submerged.
* Don't rely on automatic bilge pumps to prevent flooding. Failure can
easily occur due to loss of battery charge or blockages.
* Dinghies and small boats need to be brought ashore and moved to higher
ground. Outboard motors should be removed and kept in a secure building.
* Sign up to Environment Agency or other relevant information sites to
ensure that you can be kept informed of any flood warnings.
Floodline
Warnings direct is a free service that provides flood warnings by telephone,
mobile, email, SMS and fax. To sign up call 0845 988 1188 or go online
www.environment-agency.gov.uk, or in Scotland
www.sepa.org.uk.
* Create an Emergency numbers list in your mobile or keep by the phone.
Include boatyard phone numbers and the Craftinsure Claims helpline number.
* Be prepared - do you know where you could move your boat to where she
would be safer in the event of flood? And how would you get to your boat if
the usual route is flooded?
* Do not attempt to board or move your boat if at all dangerous to do
so.
* If your boat is damaged by flooding, contact your insurers as soon as
possible.
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Some of the latest incidents
reported by the MCA:
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This month's topical issue:
Lifejackets |
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How to Choose a Lifejacket
In this article, Karl
Pentin, Director of Safety Marine, looks at the
different classifications, specifications and uses for
lifejackets and buoyancy aids to help you choose the
best product for your vessel or crew.
We also summarise the new ISO international standard and
its implications.
[Full story]
Invaluable Tips for Maintaining your Lifejacket
Advice from the RNLI
about how to care for your life jacket. Here are six
top tips to ensure your life jacket remains serviceable
and safe.
You may only get it wrong once!
[Full story]
PRODUCT RECALL - Seago Lifejackets
Seago has extended the
recall of its Seago 150N, 175N and Junior lifejackets to
cover a production run of nearly two years. This recall
affects thousands of lifejackets sold in the UK and
Europe.
Here we publish the recall notice so you can check if
your Seago jacket is affected.
[Full story]
WHAT'S NEW IN LIFEJACKETS - Crewsaver Crewfit Automatic
Lifejacket
The NEW Crewfit 190N
genuinely raises the bar in lifejacket design.
Designed specifically for today's boating enthusiast, it
features a series of innovative features and offers
exceptional performance in the most demanding
environments.
Lightweight, extremely comfortable to wear and
thoroughly modern, the 190N is much shorter and more
compact than the ever-popular Crewfit 150N - and will
set a new benchmark for quality and performance.
Special launch
promotion - FREE shipping to mainland UK, whilst stocks
last.
[Order now]
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Coming up in the next issue
Next month's issue will be
looking at Handheld Fire Extinguishers - Powder, Foam or
Carbon Dioxide?
We hope you have found this
issue of The Beacon of interest. Do forward it to a
friend or colleague and let us have any feedback or if there
are are any topics you would like us to cover in future
editions, by emailing the editor at
advice@safety-marine.co.uk.
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MARINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL OFFERS
See this month's equipment special offers and
promotions
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GAS INFLATION LIFEJACKETS
Take a look at our most frequently asked questions
about lifejackets.
Read more
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REQUEST A SAFETY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
For advice about MCA Coding or to request a safety
equipment checklist for your vessel, contact our
technical team.
Read more
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2010 DIARY DATES
SUSSEX BOAT JUMBLE
Ardingly
31 January 2010
Read more
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NEW SeaSpark Automatic Lifejacket Light
Just £10 each (inc VAT) for 4 or more SeaSpark
Automatic Lights. Full price £12.99.
A fantastic and cost-effective safety addition to
your lifejacket. Special promotion until 28
February 2010.
Order now
NEW Mariner 150N Life Jackets
FREE Crotch Strap worth £6.99 with every Mariner Gas
Inflation Leisure Life Jacket, while stocks last.
Available in manual, auto, and deck harness options,
from just £34.95.
Order now
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