Equipment checklist

Ensure your safety when out on the water by following this essential equipment checklist.

• Fire extinguisher.
• Anchor.
• Boat hook.
• Bailing device.
• Kill cord for open powerboats.
• Torch.
• Throwline.
• Spare fuel.
• Knife.
• First aid kit. 
• Lifejackets - one correctly fitting lifejacket for everyone on board.
• Two forms of waterproof communications - this can include an EPIRB or PLB, VHF radio, cell phone in a waterproof bag, flares.
• Navigation equipment – a chart and compass, GPS and depth sounder. Exactly what you need will depend on how far you are going.
• Alternative form of propulsion such as a set of oars.
• Protective clothing – carry sufficient warm and waterproof clothing for your trip.