What makes a good Master, Captain or Skipper?
Legal responsibilities of a Master The Master is responsible for: – Navigation and control of the vessel. In the event of a collision, first rule applied may be “was the vessel travelling at a safe speed”? Collision Avoidance Rules state that vessel must always travel at a safe speed. Preparation and safety of the vessel. […]
Boat Licensing in Victoria
History Recreational boat licensing was introduced into Victoria on December 8, 2001 following the Marine Amendment Act November 2000. This Act followed on from a fatal incident in Werribee South in February 1995 involving a Jet Ski. There had been several accidents involving serious injury and there was clearly a need for education and more […]
Mediterranean Mooring
This type of docking is space efficient, is used nearly everywhere around the mediterranean and may eventually become common in Australia as the cost of marina berthing increases. Simply it means backing up to a wharf, securing stern lines and then securing the bow with either lazy lines or using the anchor to hold the […]
Launching at Boat Ramps
Launching a boat or Jet Ski can be the most stressful thing you do when boating. Planning and preparation is the key to stress free boating and launching is no different than any other boating activity. Procedure Prepare vessel as much as possible on the trailer including safety equipment. Remove tie downs, refit bung plugs, […]