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THE ISAFOFFSHORE
SPECIALREGULATIONS
for 2012 – 2013

Governing Offshore Racing for
Monohulls & Multihulls
Structural Features · Yacht Equipment
Personal Equipment · Training

International Sailing Federation

Offshore Racing Environmental Code
ISAF is committed to the promotion of care for the environment. In
offshore racing we will
• use holding tanks where fitted and empty at a pump-out station ormore than 3 miles offshore• in the bilges use oil collection pads and dispose properly ashore• use environmentally-friendly cleaning products suitable for themarine environment• retain garbage on board for recycling or disposal ashore except on along voyage when biodegradable waste may be discharged
overboard• avoid the use of 2-stroke engines (except advanced models with
pollution control)• use solar, water power or wind charging when appropriate• use shore toilets when in port
• observe IMO guidelines on biofouling

Published by ISAF (UK) Ltd., Southampton, UK© ORC Ltd. 2002, all amendments from 2003 © International Sailing Federation, (IOM) Ltd.
Revision
December 2011
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CONTENTS
Section 1 Fundamental and Definitions
Section 2 Application and General Requirements
Section 3 Structural Features, Stability, Fixed Equipment
Section 4 Portable Equipment and Supplies for the Boat
Section 5 Personal Equipment
Section 6 Training

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8
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Appendices
Appendix A parts I and II are minimum standards; B to H are advisory;
J, K, L and M are minimum standards.
A part I
Minimum Specifications for Yachtsmen’s Liferafts(valid for liferafts manufactured before 1/2003)
60
A part II Minimum Specifications for Yachtsmen’s Liferafts
62
B
A guide to ISO and other standards
63
CStandard Inspection Card66
D
Quickstop and Lifesling
69
E
Hypothermia
75
F
Drogues
79
G
Training
81
H
ISAF Code for the organisation of Oceanic Races
97
J
Category 5 for inshore racing
101
K
Minimum specification for yachts fitted with Moveable
and Variable Ballast
106
L
Category 6 for inshore racing
108
M
Hull Construction Standards (Scantlings)
110
N
Model First Aid Training Course
112
115

Alphabetical Index

The Special Regulations Sub-committee was created in 1967 by the newly
formed Offshore Rule Co-ordinating Committee, later the Offshore Racing
Congress.
As offshore racing extended into round-the world and multihull activities, so
too did the scope of Special Regulations, which now cover racing in sevencategories.
Interpretations, amendments, and also extract files for particular categories
andboattypes,
areavailable
on
the
ISAF
web
site
(www.sailing.org/specialregs).

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DIAGRAMMATIC GUIDE(see also alphabetical index)

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JANUARY 2012 - DECEMBER 2013
Copyright:
When reprinting these regulations National Authorities and Race
Organizers should:• request copyright permission from ISAF and ORC Ltd(normally given free of charge)• Display a copyright acknowledgement with the reprint• make any amendments by deleting contrary provisions
and indicating that changes have been made• Supply a copy of the reprint to each of ISAF and ORC
Ltd
Official interpretations shall take precedence over these Special
Regulations and will be indexed, numbered, dated and displayed on the
ISAF web site www.sailing.org/specialregs
Language & Abbreviations Used:Mo- Monohull,
Mu- Multihull**- means the item applies to all types of yacht in all Categories
except 5 for which see Appendix J or 6 for which see
Appendix L.
Sidebar- A side bar indicates a significant changes in 2012
Italics- Guidance notes and recommendations are in italics
The use of the masculine gender shall be taken to mean either gender
Administration:
The Offshore Special Regulation are administered by the ISAF Special
Regulation Sub-committee whose terms of reference are as follows:(www.sailing.org/regulations)
ISAF Regulation 6.8.8.3 - The Special Regulations Sub-committee shall:(a) be responsible for the maintenance, revision and changes to the
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations governing offshore racing,under licence from ORC Ltd. Such changes shall be biennial withrevised editions published in January of each even year, except thatmatters of an urgent nature affecting safety may be dealt with bychanges to the Regulations on a shorter time scale;(b) monitor developments in offshore racing relative to the standards ofsafety and seaworthiness
For the committee members names and contact details please refer to the
ISAF yearbook.
Any queries please E-Mail: technical@isaf.co.uk
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SECTION 1 - FUNDAMENTAL AND DEFINITIONS
1.01 Purpose and Use
1.01.1 It is the purpose of these Special Regulations toestablish uniform minimum equipment,
accommodation and training standards for monohull
and multihull yachts racing offshore. A Proa is
excluded from these regulations.
1.01.2 These Special Regulations do not replace, but rather
supplement, the requirements of governmental
authority, the Racing Rules and the rules of Class
Associations and Rating Systems. The attention of
persons in charge is called to restrictions in the Ruleson the location and movement of equipment.
1.01.3 These Special Regulations, adopted internationally,
are strongly recommended for use by all organizers ofoffshore races. Race Committees may select thecategory deemed most suitable for the type of race tobe sailed.
1.02 Responsibility of Person in Charge
1.02.1 The safety of a yacht and her crew is the sole andinescapable responsibility of the person in charge
who must do his best to ensure that the yacht isfully found, thoroughly seaworthy and manned by
an experienced crew who have undergone
appropriate training and are physically fit to face
bad weather. He must be satisfied as to thesoundness of hull, spars, rigging, sails and all
gear. He must ensure that all safety equipment isproperly maintained and stowed and that the crew
know where it is kept and how it is to be used. He
shall also nominate a person to take over the
responsibilities of the Person in Charge in theevent of his incapacitation.
1.02.2 Neither the establishment of these Special
Regulations, their use by race organizers, nor theinspection of a yacht under these Special Regulationsin any way limits or reduces the complete andunlimited responsibility of the person in charge.
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1.02.3 Decision to race -The responsibility for a yacht's
decision to participate in a race or to continue
racing is hers alone - RRS Fundamental Rule 4.
1.03 Definitions, Abbreviations, Word Usage
1.03.1 Definitions of Terms used in this document
TABLE 1
Age Date
AIS
CEN
CPR
CoamingMonth/year of first launch
Automatic Identification Systems
Comité Européen de Normalisation
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
Includes the transverse after limit of the
cockpit over which water would run in
the event that when the yacht is floatinglevel the cockpit is flooded or filled to
overflowing.
DSC
Digital Selective Calling
EN
European Norm
EPFS
Electronic Position-Fixing System
EPIRB
Emergency Position-Indicating Radio
BeaconFA Station
The transverse station at which theupper corner of the transom meets the
sheerline.
FoulA foul weather suit is clothing designed
Weather Suit to keep the wearer dry and maybe
either a jacket and trousers worn
together, or a single garment
comprising jacket and trousers.
GMDSS
Global Maritime Distress & Safety
SystemGNSS
Global Navigation Satellite System
GPIRB
EPIRB, with integral GPS positionfixing
ITU
International Telecommunications
Union
GPS
Global Positioning System
Hatch
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cover as part of that assembly (the part
itself may be described as a hatch).
INMARSAT This is Inmarsat Global Limited, theprivate company that provides GMDSS
satellite distress and safety
communications, plus generalcommunications via voice, fax and data
IMO
International Maritime Organisation
IMSO
The International Mobile Satellite
Organisation, the independent,
intergovernmental organisation thatoversees Inmarsat’s performance of its
Public Service Obligations for the
GMDSS and reports on these to IMO
ISAFInternational Sailing Federation.
ISO
International Standard or International
Organization for Standardization.
Lifeline
Rope or wire line rigged as guardrail /guardline around the deck
LOA
Length overall not including pulpits,
bowsprits, boomkins etc.
LWL
(Length of) loaded waterline
Monohull
Yacht in which the hull depth in any
section does not decrease towards thecentre-line.
Moveable
Lead or other material including water
Ballastwhich has no practical function in theboat other than to increase weight
and/or to influence stability and/or trim
and which may be moved transversely
but not varied in weight while a boat is
racing.
ORC
Offshore Racing Congress (formerly
Offshore Racing Council)
OSR
Offshore Special Regulation(s)Permanently Means the item is effectively built-in by
Installede.g. bolting, welding, glassing etc. andmay not be removed for or during
racing.
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PLB
Proa
RRS
SAR
SART
Series Date

Personal Locator Beacon
Asymmetric Catamaran
ISAF - Racing Rules of Sailing
Search and Rescue
Search and Rescue Transponder
Month & Year of first launch of the firstyacht of the production series
SOLAS
Safety of Life at Sea Convention
Safety Line A tether used to connect a safety
harness to a strong point
Securely
Held strongly in place by a method (egFastenedrope lashings, wing-nuts) which willsafely retain the fastened object insevere conditions including a 180
degree capsize and allows for the item
to be removed and replaced during
racingStatic Ballast Lead or other material including water
which has no practical function in theboat other than to increase weight
and/or to influence stability and/or trim
and which may not be moved or variedin weight while a boat is racing.
Static Safety A safety line (usually shorter than aLinesafety line carried with a harness) kept
clipped on at a work-station
Variable
Water carried for the sole purpose of
Ballastinfluencing stability and/or trim andwhich may be varied in weight and/or
moved while a boat is racing.
1.03.2 The words "shall" and "must" are mandatory, and"should" and "may" are permissive.
1.03.3 The word "yacht" shall be taken as fullyinterchangeable with the word "boat".

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SECTION 2 - APPLICATION & GENERALREQUIREMENTS
2.01

Categories of Events
In many types of race, ranging from trans-oceanic
sailed under adverse conditions to short-course day
races sailed in protected waters, six categories are
established, to provide for differences in the minimum
standards of safety and accommodation required forsuch varying circumstances:
2.01.1 Category 0
Trans-oceanic races, including races which passthrough areas in which air or sea temperatures arelikely to be less than 5 degrees Celsius other than
temporarily, where yachts must be completely selfsufficient for very extended periods of time, capable ofwithstanding heavy storms and prepared to meet
serious emergencies without the expectation of outside
assistance.
2.01.2 Category 1
Races of long distance and well offshore, where yachts
must be completely self-sufficient for extended periodsof time, capable of withstanding heavy storms andprepared to meet serious emergencies without the
expectation of outside assistance.
2.01.3 Category 2
Races of extended duration along or not far removed
from shorelines or in large unprotected bays or lakes,
where a high degree of self-sufficiency is required of
the yachts.
2.01.4 Category 3
Races across open water, most of which is relatively
protected or close to shorelines.
2.01.5 Category 4
Short races, close to shore in relatively warm orprotected waters normally held in daylight.
2.01.6 Category 5 - for inshore racing
Please refer to Appendix J where Special Regulations
for Category 5 are given in full. The symbol " ** " does
not include Category 5.
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2.01.7 Category 6 - for inshore racing
Please refer to Appendix L where Special Regulations
for Category 6 are given in full. The symbol " ** " does
not include Category 6
2.02 Inspection
A yacht may be inspected at any time. If she does notcomply with these Special Regulations her entry may
be rejected, or she will be liable to disqualification orsuch other penalty as may be prescribed by thenational authority or the race organizers.
2.03 General Requirements
2.03.1 All equipment required by Special Regulations shall:-**a) function properly**b) be regularly checked, cleaned and serviced**c) when not in use be stowed in conditions in which
deterioration is minimised**d) be readily accessible**e) be of a type, size and capacity suitable andadequate for the intended use and size of theyacht.

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2.03.2 Heavy items:a) ballast, ballast tanks and associated equipment
shall be permanently installed**b) heavy movable items including e.g. batteries,
stoves, gas bottles, tanks, toolboxes and anchorsand chain shall be securely fastened**c) heavy items for which fixing is not specified inSpecial Regulations shall be permanently installed
or securely fastened, as appropriate**

2.03.3 When to show navigation lightsa) navigation lights (OSR 3.27) shall be shown as
required by the International Regulations forPreventing Collision at Sea, (Part C and TechnicalAnnex 1). All yachts shall exhibit sidelights and asternlight at the required times.

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SECTION 3 - STRUCTURAL FEATURES, STABILITY,FIXED EQUIPMENT
3.01

Strength of Build, Ballast and Rig
Yachts shall be strongly built, watertight and,particularly with regard to hulls, decks and cabin trunks
capable of withstanding solid water and knockdowns.
They must be properly rigged and ballasted, be fully
seaworthy and must meet the standards set forth
herein. Shrouds shall never be disconnected.
3.02 Watertight Integrity of a Hull
3.02.1 A hull, including, deck, coach roof, windows, hatches
and all other parts, shall form an integral, essentiallywatertight unit and any openings in it shall be capableof being immediately secured to maintain this integrity.
3.02.2 Centreboard and daggerboard trunks and the like shallnot open into the interior of a hull except via awatertight inspection/maintenance hatch of which the
opening shall be entirely above the waterline of theyacht floating level in normal trim.
3.02.3 A canting keel pivot shall be completely contained
within a watertight enclosure which shall comply with
OSR 3.02.2. Access points in the watertight enclosurefor control and actuation systems or any other purpose
shall comply with OSR 3.02.1.
3.02.4 Moveable ballast systems shall be fitted with a manualcontrol and actuation secondary system which shall becapable of controlling the full sailing load of the keel inthe event of failure of the primary system. Such failures
would include electrical and hydraulic failure andmechanical failure of the components and the structure
to which it mounts. The system must be capable ofbeing operational quickly and shall be operable at any
angle of heel. It would be desirable if this system wascapable of securing the keel on the centreline.
3.03 Hull Construction Standards (Scantlings)
3.03.1 a) A yacht of less than 24m in hull length (measured inaccordance with ISO 8666) with the earliest of Ageor Series Date on or after 1 January 2010 shallhave:• been designed, built and maintained inPage - 10 -

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accordance with the requirements of ISO 12215
Category A *• on board a certificate of building plan review froma notified body recognized by ISAF.
• on board a declaration signed and dated by thebuilder to confirm the yacht is built in accordancewith the plans reviewed by the Notified Body.
b) A yacht of 24m in hull length and over (measured inaccordance with ISO 8666) with the earliest of Ageor Series Date on or after 1 January 2010 shallhave:• been designed, built and maintained inaccordance with the requirements of aClassification Society recognized by ISAF
• on board a certificate of building plan review froma Classification Society recognized by ISAF
• on board a declaration signed and dated by thebuilder to confirm the yacht is built in accordancewith the plans reviewed by the Classification
Society.

Mo0,1,2

3.03.2 a) A yacht of less than 24m in hull length (measured inaccordance with ISO 8666), with the earliest of Ageor Series Date on or after 1 January 2010, if subject
to any significant repair or modification to the hull,deck, coachroof, keel or appendages on or after the
1 January 2010, shall have:• the repair or modification designed and built inaccordance with ISO 12215 Category A*• on board a certificate of building plan review for
the repair or modification from a notified bodyrecognized by ISAF
• on board a declaration signed and dated by thebuilder to confirm that the repair or modification is inaccordance with the requirements of ISO 12215
Category A *Mo0,1,2b) A yacht of 24m in hull length and over (measured inaccordance with ISO 8666), with the earliest of Ageor Series Date on or after 1 January 2010, if subject
to any significant repair or modification to the hull,deck, coachroof, keel or appendages on or after the
1 January 2010, shall have
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accordance with the requirements of aClassification Society recognized by ISAF
• on board a certificate of building plan review for
the repair or modification from a Classification
Society recognized by ISAF
• on board a declaration signed and dated by thebuilder to confirm that the repair or modification is inaccordance with the plans reviewed by theClassification Society.
3.03.3 In cases when a builder no longer exists a race
Mo0,1,2organizer or class rules may accept a signed
statement by a naval architect or other person familiar
with the requirements of 3.031 and 3.03.2 above andin lieu of the builders declaration required by 3.031 and3.03.2 above.
MoMu0,1,2
3.03.4 A monohull with the earliest of Age or Series Date
before the 1 January 2010 shall comply with 3.03.1,
3.03.2 and 3.03.3 above or with appendix M to these
OSR. A multihull shall comply with appendix M tothese OSR.
* or as from time to time specified by ISAF
3.04 Stability - Monohulls
Mo0,1,2,3,4
3.04.1 Either with, or without, reasonable intervention fromMo0
the crew a yacht shall be capable of self-righting froman inverted position. Self-righting shall be achievable
whether or not the rig is intact.
Mo0a) When there is a moveable or variable ballast
system, written instructions on how to right the boat
after a capsize shall be prominently and clearly
displayed. All persons on board shall have athorough knowledge of the righting procedures
3.04.2 A yacht shall be designed and built to resist capsize.
3.04.3 A race organizer should require compliance with aminimum stability or stability/buoyancy index. Attention
is drawn to the stability index in the ORC Rules andRegulations.
3.04.4 ISO 12217-2 may be used as a guide to generalsuitability for competition in Special Regulations racecategories as follows:

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TABLE 3
ISO Category
OSR Category

A
1-2

B
3

C
4

Mo0,1,2,3,4
3.04.5 Use of the ISO or any other index does not guarantee
total safety or total freedom of risk from capsize or
sinking.
3.04.6 For boats with moveable or variable ballast the method Mo0,1,2,3,4
in OSR 3.04.4 shall apply plus the relevant additional
requirement of OSR Appendix K.
3.04.7 Tanks for variable ballast shall be permanently
Mo0,1,2,3,4
installed and shall be provided with a system ofisolating valves and pump(s) capable of manual
operation at any angle of heel. A plan of the plumbing
system shall be displayed aboard the boat.
3.05 Stability and Flotation - Multihulls
Mu0,1,2,3,4
Mu0,1,2,3,4
Attention is drawn to ISO 12217-2.
3.05.1 Adequate watertight bulkheads and compartments
Mu0,1,2,3,4(which may include permanently installed flotationmaterial) in each hull shall be provided to ensure that a
multihull is effectively unsinkable and capable offloating in a stable position with at least half the lengthof one hull flooded. (see OSR 3.13.2).
3.05.2 Multihulls built on or after Jan 1999 shall in every hull
Mu0,1,2,3,4
without accommodation be divided at intervals of not
more than 4m (13ft 3") by one or more transverse
watertight bulkheads
3.05.3 A yacht shall be designed and built to resist capsize.
Mu0,1,2,3,4
3.06 Exits - Monohulls
Mo0,1,2,3,4
3.06.1 Yachts of LOA of 8.5 m (28 ft) and over with age orMo0,1,2,3,4
series date after January 1995 and after shall have atleast two exits. At least one exit shall be locatedforward of the foremost mast except where structuralfeatures prevent its installation.
3.06.2 Yachts first launched on or after January 2014 have a Mo0,1,2,3,4
hatch with the following minimum clear openings incompliance with ISO 9094:- Circular shape: diameter 450mm;- Any other shape: minimum dimension of 380mm
and minimum area of 0.18m2. The dimension
must be large enough to allow for a 380mm
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diameter circle to be inscribed.
The measurement of the minimum clear opening is
illustrated in Figure 1.

3.06.3 when first launched prior to January 2014, if possible
have each escape hatch in compliance with thedimensions in OSR 3.07.2(a)(ii);3.07 Exits and Escape Hatches - Multihulls
3.07.1 Exits

Mo0,1,2,3,4

Mu0,1,2,3,4a) In a multihull of 8m (26.2ft) LOA and greater, eachhull which contains accommodation shall have atleast two exits.

Mu0,1,2,3,4b) In a multihull of less than 8m (26.2ft) LOA each hull
which contains accommodation shall have at least
two exits.

Mu0,1,2,3

3.07.2 Escape Hatches, Underside Clipping Points &Handholdsa) In a multihull of 12m (39.4ft) LOA and greater eachhull which contains accommodation shall:-Mu0,1,2,3,4

i have an escape hatch for access to and fromthe hull in the event of an inversion;

Mu0,1,2,3,4

ii when first launched on or after January 2003
have a minimum clearance diameter througheach escape hatch of 450mm or when an
escape hatch is not circular, sufficient clearance
to allow a crew member to pass through fully
clothed;Mu0,1,2,3,4

iii when first launched prior to January 2003, if
possible have each escape hatch in compliancewith the dimensions in OSR 3.07.2(a)(ii);Mu0,1,2,3,4

iv when the yacht is inverted have each escapehatch above the waterline;

Mu0,1,2,3,4

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have each escape hatch at or near the midships
station;vi in a catamaran first launched on or afterJanuary 2003 have each escape hatch on theside nearest the vessel's central axis.

Mu0,1,2,3,4b) A trimaran of 12m (39.4ft) LOA and greater firstlaunched on or after 1/03 shall have at least two
escape hatches in compliance with the dimensions
in OSR 3.07.2(a) (ii)Mu0,1,2,3,4c) Each escape hatch must have been opened bothfrom inside and outside within 6 months prior to an
intended race

Mu0,1,2,3,4d) A multihull shall have on the underside appropriate
handholds/clipping points sufficient for all crew (ona trimaran these shall be around the central hull).

Mu0,1,2,3,4e) A catamaran first launched on or after 1/03 with acentral nacelle shall have on the underside aroundthe central nacelle, handholds of sufficient capacity
to enable all persons on board to hold on and/or
clip on securely

Mu0,1,2,3,4f) In a catamaran with a central nacelle, it isrecommended that each hull has an emergency
refuge, accessible via a special hatch in the side of
the hull nearest the vessel's central axis, which
hatch may be opened and closed from the insideand outside

Mu0,1,2,3,4

3.07.3 A multihull of less than 12m (39.4ft) LOA shall either
have escape hatches in compliance with OSR 3.07.2(a)(b) and (c)or shall comply with OSR 3.07.3 (a) and(b):

Mu2,3,4a) each hull which contains accommodation shallhave, for the purpose of cutting an escape hatch,appropriate tools kept ready for instant use
adjacent to the intended cutting site. Each tool shallbe secured to the vessel by a line and a clip, andMu2,3,4b) in each hull at a station where an emergency hatch
may be cut, the cutting line shall be clearly marked
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3.08 Hatches & Companionways
3.08.1 No hatch forward of the maximum beam station, otherthan a hatch in the side of a coachroof, shall open insuch a way that the lid or cover moves into the open
position towards the interior of the hull (excepting ports
having an area of less than 0.071m2 (110 sq in)).
3.08.2 A hatch fitted forward of the maximum beam station,
located on the side of the coachroof, opening into theinterior of the boat ,and of area greater than 0.071m2
shall comply with ISO12216 design category A and beclearly labelled and used in accordance with thefollowing instruction: “NOT TO BE OPENED AT SEA”
Attention is drawn to SR 3.02.1
3.08.3 A hatch shall be:a) so arranged as to be above the water when the hullis heeled 90 degrees. Hatches over lockers that
open to the interior of the vessel shall be includedin this requirement. A yacht may have a maximumof four (two on each side of centerline) hatches that
do not conform to this requirement, provided thatthe opening of each is less than 0.071 sq m (110sq in). Effective for boats of a series begun afterJanuary 1, 2009, a written statement signed by thedesigner or other person who performed thedownflooding analysis shall be carried on board.
For purposes of this rule the vessel’s displacement
condition for the analysis shall be the Light Craft
Condition LCC (in conformity with 6.3 of the EN
ISO 8666 standard and 3.5.1 of the EN ISO122172 standard).

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Mo0,1,2,3,4b) permanently attached**c) capable of being firmly shut immediately andremaining firmly shut in a 180 degree capsize(inversion)**

3.08.4 A companionway hatch shall:a) be fitted with a strong securing arrangement whichshall be operable from the exterior and interior
including when the yacht is inverted**b) have any blocking devices:**

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hatch open or shutii whether or not in position in the hatchway,
secured to the yacht (e.g. by lanyard) for theduration of the race, to prevent their being lost
overboard**iii permit exit in the event of inversion**

3.08.5 If the companionway extends below the local sheerline
and the boat has a cockpit opening aft to the sea theboat shall comply with one of the following:

Mo0,1,2,3,4a) the companionway sill shall not extend below the
local sheerline. Or

Mo0,1,2,3,4b) be in full compliance with all aspects of ISO 11812
to design category A

Mo0,1,2,3,4

3.08.6 For boats with a cockpit closed aft to the sea where
the companionway hatch extends below the local
sheerline, the companionway shall be capable ofbeing blocked off up to the level of the local sheerline,
provided that the companionway hatch shall continue
to give access to the interior with the blocking devices(e.g. washboards) in place
3.08.7 A companionway hatch extending below the local
sheerline and shall comply with either (a) or (b):Mo0,1,2,3,4a) be capable of being blocked off up to the level ofthe local sheerline, whilst giving access to theinterior with the blocking devices (e.g. washboards)
in place with a minimum sill height of 300 mm.

Mu0,1,2,3,4

Mu0,1,2,3,4b)
i A companionway hatch shall be in compliancewith ISO 11812 – Watertight cockpits and quickdraining cockpits to design category A

Mu0,1,2,3

ii A companionway hatch shall be in compliancewith ISO 11812 – Watertight cockpits and quickdraining cockpits to design category B

Mu4

3.09 Cockpits - Attention is Drawn to ISO 11812
3.09.1 Cockpits shall be structurally strong, self-draining
quickly by gravity at all angles of heel andpermanently incorporated as an integral part of thehull.
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3.09.2 Cockpits must be essentially watertight, that is, allopenings to the hull must be capable of being strongly
and rigidly secured
3.09.3 A bilge pump outlet pipe shall not be connected to a
cockpit drain. See OSR 3.09.8 for cockpit drainminimum sizes
3.09.4 A cockpit sole shall be at least 2% LWL above LWL(or in IMS yachts first launched before 1/03, at least
2% L above LWL)
3.09.5 A bow, lateral, central or stern well shall be considereda cockpit for the purposes of OSR 3.09
3.09.6 In cockpits opening aft to the sea structural openings
aft shall be not less in area than 50% maximum
cockpit depth x maximum cockpit width.
3.09.7 Cockpit Volume
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earliest ofdetailRace
age or series
categorydate
before April the total volume of all cockpits below
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lowest coamings shall not exceed 6%(LWL x maximum beam x freeboard
abreast the cockpit).
before April the total volume of all cockpits below
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1992
lowest coamings shall not exceed 9%(LWL x maximum beam x freeboard
abreast the cockpit).
April 1992
as above for the appropriate category**
and after
except that "lowest coamings" shall notinclude any aft of the FA station and no
extension of a cockpit aft of theworking deck shall be included in
calculation of cockpit volume
Note
IMS measured boats may instead of**
the terms LWL, maximum beam,
freeboard abreast the cockpit, use the
IMS terms L, B and FA.
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1/72 or in any yacht under 8.5m (28ft) LOA - atleast that of 2 x 25mm diameter (one inch)
unobstructed openings or equivalent**b) in yachts with earliest of age or series date 1/72
and later - at least that of 4 x 20mm diameter (3/4inch) unobstructed openings or equivalent

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3.10

Sea Cocks or Valves
Sea cocks or valves shall be permanently installed on
all through-hull openings below the waterline except
integral deck scuppers, speed indicators, depth finders
and the like, however a means of closing suchopenings shall be provided.
3.11 Sheet Winches
Sheet winches shall be mounted in such a way that an
operator is not required to be substantially below deck.
3.12 Mast Step
The heel of a keel stepped mast shall be securely
fastened to the mast step or adjoining structure.
3.13 Watertight Bulkheads
multihulls also see OSR 3.05
3.13.1 A hull shall have either a watertight "crash" bulkhead
within 15% of LOA from the bow and abaft the forward
end of LWL, or permanently installed closed-cell foam
buoyancy effectively filling the forward 30% LOA of thehull.
3.13.2 Any required watertight bulkhead shall be strongly
built to take a full head of water pressure without
allowing any leakage into the adjacent compartment.
3.13.3 A yacht shall have at least two watertight transverse
main bulkheads in addition to any bulkheads
positioned within the forward and aft 15 percent of the
boat's LOA.
3.13.4 Outside deck access for inspection and pumping shallbe provided to every watertight compartment
terminated by a hull section bulkhead, except thatdeck access to extreme end "crash" compartments is
not required.
3.13.5 An access hatch shall be provided in every required
watertight bulkhead (except a "crash" bulkhead). The
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access hatch shall have means of watertight closure
permanently attached to the main panel, or lid, or
cover of the hatch. The closure shall not require tools
to operate.
a) An access hatch should be capable of being
securely shut within 5 seconds
3.13.6 It is strongly recommended that:a) an extreme end "crash" bulkhead should be
provided at the stern. If practicable the aft "crash"bulkhead should be forward of the rudder post.

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b) after flooding any one major compartment, a yachtshould be capable of providing shelter andsustenance for a full crew for 2 weeks in an
essentially dry compartment having direct accessto the deck

Mo0c) compartments between watertight bulkheads
should be provided with a means of manually
pumping out from within the hull from a position
outside the compartment

Mo0

3.14 Pulpits, Stanchions, Lifelines
3.14.1 When due to the particular design of a multihull it isimpractical to precisely follow Special Regulations
regarding pulpits, stanchions, lifelines, the regulations
for monohulls shall be followed as closely as possible
with the aim of minimising the risk of people falling
overboard.
3.14.2 Lifelines required in Special Regulations shall be"taut".
a) As a guide, when a deflecting force of 50 N (5.1
kgf, 11.2 lbf) is applied to a lifeline midway between
supports, the lifeline should not deflect more than
50 mm.
3.14.3 The following shall be provided:a) a bow pulpit with vertical height and openings
essentially conforming to Table 7. Bow pulpits may
be open but the opening between the pulpit andany part of the boat shall never be greater than
360mm (14.2") (this requirement shall be checkedby presenting a 360mm (14.2") circle inside theopening)
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Categoryb) a stern pulpit, or lifelines arranged as an adequate
substitute, with vertical openings conforming toTable 7

Mo0,1,2,3,4c) lifelines (guardlines) supported on stanchions,which, with pulpits, shall form an effectively
continuous barrier around a working deck for manoverboard prevention. Lifelines shall bepermanently supported at intervals of not morethan 2.20m (86.6") and shall not pass outboard of
supporting stanchions**d) upper rails of pulpits at no less height above theworking deck than the upper lifelines as in Table 7.

**e) Openable upper rails in bow pulpits shall be
secured shut whilst racing**f) Pulpits and stanchions shall be permanently
installed. When there are sockets or studs, theseshall be through-bolted, bonded or welded. The
pulpit(s) and/or stanchions fitted to these shall bemechanically retained without the help of the lifelines. Without sockets or studs, pulpits and/or
stanchions shall be through-bolted, bonded orwelded.

**g) The bases of pulpits and stanchions shall not be
further inboard from the edge of the appropriate
working deck than 5% of maximum beam or 150
mm (6 in), whichever is greater.

**h) Stanchion or pulpit or pushpit bases shall not besituated outboard of a working deck. For the
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fitted but shall exclude a baseplate which carries
fixings into the deck or hull.
i) Provided the complete lifeline enclosure is
supported by stanchions and pulpit bases effectively
within the working deck, lifeline terminals andsupport struts may be fixed to a hull aft of theworking deck**j) Lifelines need not be fixed to a bow pulpit if theyterminate at, or pass through, adequately braced
stanchions set inside and overlapping the bow
pulpit, provided that the gap between the upper
lifeline and the bow pulpit does not exceed 150 mm(6 in).

**k) Lifelines shall be continuous and fixed only at (ornear) the bow and stern. However a bona fidegate shall be permitted in the lifelines on each sideof a yacht. Except at its end fittings, the movementof a lifeline in a fore-and-aft direction shall not be
constrained. Temporary sleeving in 3.14.6 (c) shallnot modify tension in the lifeline.

**l) Stanchions shall be straight and vertical except
that:-**

i within the first 50 mm (2 in) from the deck,
stanchions shall not be displaced horizontallyfrom the point at which they emerge from thedeck or stanchion base by more than 10 mm(3/8 in),and**

ii stanchions may be angled to not more than 10
degrees from vertical at any point above 50 mm(2 in) from the deck.

**m) It is strongly recommended that designs also
comply to ISO 15085
3.14.4 Special Requirements for Pulpits, Stanchions,
Lifelines on Multihulls
The following shall be provided:a) on a trimaran - a bow pulpit on the main hull, withlifelines around the main hull supported on
stanchions. The lifelines may be interrupted where
there are nets or crossbeam wings outboard of the
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Categorymain hullb) on a trimaran - where a net joins the base of a bow
pulpit on the main hull, an additional lifeline fromthe top of the pulpit to the forward crossbeam at oroutboard of the crossbeam mid-point.

Mu0,1,2,3,4c) on a trimaran - at a main or emergency steering
position on an outrigger with or without a cockpit,
lifelines protecting an arc of 3 meters diameter
centred on the steering position. (When measuring
between lifelines their taut, undeflected positions
shall be taken for this purpose).

Mu0,1,2,3,4d) on a catamaran - lifelines from bow to stern oneach hull and transverse lifelines to form aneffectively continuous barrier around the working
area for man-overboard prevention. The transverse
lifelines shall be attached to bow and stern pulpits
or superstructure. A webbing, strop or rope(minimum diameter 6mm) shall be rove zig-zag
between the transverse lifelines and the net.

Mu0,1,2,3,4

3.14.5 Lifeline Height, Vertical Openings, Number ofLifelines
TABLE 7
LOA

earliest of minimum requirements
age/series
dateunder before
taut single lifeline at a height of no
8.5
January less than 450 mm (18 in) abovem(28 ft) 1992
the working deck. No verticalopening shall exceed 560 mm (22in).
under January as for under 8.5 m(28 ft) in table 7
8.5
1992and above, except that when anm(28 ft) after
intermediate lifeline is fitted novertical opening shall exceed 380
mm (15 in).
8.5 m
beforetaut double lifeline with upper(28 ft) January lifeline at a height of no less thanand1993
600 mm (24 in) above the working
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8.5 m(28ft)andoverall

January as 8.5 m (28 ft) and over in Table
1993 and 7 above, except that no vertical
after
opening shall exceed 380 mm (15in).
allon yachts with intermediate
lifelines the intermediate line shallbe not less than 230 mm (9 in)above the working deck.

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3.14.6 Lifeline Minimum Diameters, Required Materials,
Specificationsa) Lifelines shall be of :**- stranded stainless steel wire or- Single-braided High Modulus Polyethylene(HMPE) (Dyneema®/Spectra® or equivalent) rope****b) The minimum diameter is specified in table 8
below.

**c) Stainless steel lifelines shall be uncoated and usedwithout close-fitting sleeving, however, temporary
sleeving may be fitted provided it is regularly
removed for inspection.

**d) When stainless wire is used, Grade 316 isrecommended.

**e) When HMPE (Dyneema®/Spectra®) is used, it
shall be spliced in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommended procedures.

**f) A taut lanyard of synthetic rope may be used tosecure lifelines provided the gap it closes does notexceed 100 mm (4 in). This lanyard shall be
replaced annually at a minimum.

**g) All wire, fittings, anchorage points, fixtures andlanyards shall comprise a lifeline enclosure system
which has at all points at least the breaking
strength of the required lifeline wire.

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TABLE 8**LOA
minimum wire or rope diameter
under 8.5 m (28ft) 3 mm (1/8 in)
8.5m - 13 m
4 mm (5/32 in)over 13 m (43 ft) 5 mm (3/16 in)
3.14.7 Pulpits, Stanchions, Lifelines - Limitations onMaterials
TABLE 9
Earliest of Ageor Series Date
before January
1987
January 1987
and after**

detailcarbon fibre is not recommended instanchions pulpits and lifelines.
stanchions, pulpits and lifelines
shall not be made of carbon fibre.

3.15 Multihull Nets or Trampolines
3.15.1 The word "net" is interchangeable with the word
"trampoline"
A net shall be:a) essentially horizontal

Mu0,1,2,3,4
Mu0.1.2.3.4
Mu0,1,2,3,4b) made from durable woven webbing, water
permeable fabric, or mesh with openings not larger
than 5.08cm (2 inches) in any dimension.
Attachment points shall be planned to avoid chafe.
The junction between a net and a yacht shallpresent no risk of foot trapping

Mu0,1,2,3,4c) solidly fixed at regular intervals on transverse andlongitudinal support lines and shall be fine-stitched
to a bolt rope

Mu0,1,2,3,4d) able to carry the full weight of the crew either innormal working conditions at sea or in case of
capsize when the yacht is inverted.

Mu0,1,2,3,4e) It is recommended that lines used to tie the nets
should be individually tied and not continuously
connected to more than four attachment points perconnecting line

Mu0,1,2,3,4

3.15.2 Trimarans with Double Crossbeamsa) A trimaran with double crossbeams shall have nets
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Categoryon each side covering:b) the rectangles formed by the crossbeams, central
hull and outriggers

Mu0,1,2,3,4c) the triangles formed by the aft end of the central
pulpit, the mid-point of each forward crossbeam,and the intersection of the crossbeam and thecentral hull

Mu0,1,2,3,4d) the triangles formed by the aftermost part of the
cockpit or steering position (whichever is furthestaft), the mid-point of each after crossbeam, and theintersection of the crossbeam and the central hull;
except that:-

Mu0,1,2,3,4e) the requirement in OSR 3.15.2(d) shall not apply
when cockpit coamings and/or lifelines are present
which comply with the minimum heightrequirements in Table 7

Mu0,1,2,3,4

3.15.3 Trimarans with Single Crossbeams

3.16a) A trimaran with a single crossbeam shall have nets
between the central hull and each outrigger:-

Mu0,1,2,3,4b) on each side between two straight lines from theintersection of the crossbeam and the outrigger,
respectively to the aft end of the pulpit on thecentral hull, and to the aftermost point of the
cockpit or steering position on the central hull
(whichever is furthest aft)

Mu0,1,2,3,4Catamarans
On a catamaran the total net surface shall belimited:a) laterally by the hulls ; andMu0,1,2,3,4b) longitudinally by transverse stations through theforestay base, and the aftermost point of the boom
lying fore and aft. However, a catamaran with acentral nacelle (non-immersed) may satisfy theregulations for a trimaran

Mu0,1,2,3,4

3.17 Toe Rail or Foot - Stop
3.17.1 A toe rail of minimum height 25 mm (1 in) shall bepermanently installed around the foredeck fromabreast the mast, except in way of fittings and not
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further inboard from the edge of the working deck than
one third of the local half-beam.
3.17.2 The following variations shall apply:TABLE 10
LOA Earliest of
Age orSeriesDate
any before
January1981
any before
January1994

any January
1994 andafter

minimum requirements

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Mo0,1,2,3

a toe rail minimum height of 20 mm(3/4 in) is acceptable.
an additional lifeline of minimum
height 25 mm (1 in) and maximum
height 50 mm (2 in) is acceptable inlieu of a toe rail (but shall not countas an intermediate lifeline).
the toe rail shall be fitted as close
as practicable to the vertical axis of
stanchion bases but not further
inboard than 1/3 the local halfbeam.

3.18 Toilet
3.18.1 A toilet, permanently installed
MoMu0,1,2
3.18.2 A toilet, permanently installed or fitted bucket
MoMu3,4
3.19 Bunks
3.19.1 Bunks, permanently installed, one for each member of
MoMu0
the declared crew
3.19.2 Bunks, permanently installed**
3.20 Cooking Facilities
3.20.1 A cooking stove, permanently installed or securely
MoMu0,1,2,3
fastened with safe accessible fuel shutoff control andcapable of being safely operated in a seaway.
3.21 Drinking Water Tanks & Drinking Water
MoMu0,1,2,3
3.21.1 Drinking Water Tanks
MoMu0,1,2,3a) A yacht shall have a permanently installed delivery MoMu0,1,2,3
pump and water tank(s):i dividing the water supply into at least threecompartments
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3.21.2 Drinking Watera) Each yacht shall have the necessary equipment(which may include watermakers and tanks
containing water) permanently installed to provide
at least 3 litres of drinking water per person per day
for at least the likely duration of the voyage
3.21.3 Emergency Drinking Watera) At least 9 litres (2 UK gallons, 2.4 US gallons) ofdrinking water for emergency use shall be provided
in a dedicated and sealed container or container(s)MoMu0

MoMu0,1,2,3
MoMu1,2,3b) In the absence of a power driven watermaker, atleast 1 litre per person per day in at least two
separate containers shall be provided for the
expected duration of the voyage

MoMu0c) When a power-driven watermaker is on board, atleast 500ml per person per day in at least two
separate containers shall be provided for the
expected duration of the voyage

MoMu0d) Facilities shall be provided to collect rainwater for
drinking purposes including when dismasted

MoMu0e) All drinking water and any desalination units should
be so arranged that drinking water is readily
accessible when the yacht is inverted.

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3.22

Hand Holds
Adequate hand holds shall be fitted below deck so thatcrew members may move about safely at sea.
A hand hold should be capable of withstanding without
rupture a side force of 1500N - attention is drawn to
ISO 15085.
3.23 Bilge Pumps and Buckets
3.23.1 No bilge pump may discharge into a cockpit unlessthat cockpit opens aft to the sea.
3.23.2 Bilge pumps shall not be connected to cockpit drains.
(OSR 3.09)
3.23.3 Bilge pumps and strum boxes shall be readily
accessible for maintenance and for clearing out debris
3.23.4 Unless permanently installed, each bilge pump handle
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shall be provided with a lanyard or catch or similar
device to prevent accidental loss
3.23.5 The following shall be provided:a) two permanently installed manual bilge pumps, one
operable from above, the other from below deck.
Each pump shall be operable with all cockpit seats,
hatches and companionways shut and shall havepermanently installed discharge pipe(s) of sufficient
capacity to accommodate simultaneously both
pumps

Mo0,1,2b) one permanently installed manual bilge pumpeither above or below deck. The pump shall be
operable with all cockpit seats, hatches andcompanionways shut and shall have a permanently
installed discharge pipe.

Mu0,1,2c) multihulls shall have provision to pump out allwatertight compartments (except those filled withimpermeable buoyancy).

Mu0,1,2,3,4d) at least one permanently installed manual bilge
pump operable with all cockpit seats, hatches andcompanionways shutMo3e) one manual bilge pump

Mo4f) two buckets of stout construction each with at least
9 litres (2 UK gallons, 2.4 US gallons) capacity.
Each bucket to have a lanyard.

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3.24 Compass
3.24.1 The following shall be provided:-

3.25a) a marine magnetic compass, independent of any
power supply, permanently installed and correctly
adjusted with deviation card, and**b) a magnetic compass independent of any power
supply, capable of being used as a steering
compass which may be hand-held

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Halyards.
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3.26

Bow Fairlead
A bow fairlead, closed or closable and a cleat or
securing arrangement, suitable for towing shall bepermanently installed.
3.27 Navigation Lights (see OSR 2.03.3)
3.27.1 Navigation lights shall be mounted so that they will not
be masked by sails or the heeling of the yacht.
3.27.2 Navigation lights shall not be mounted below deck
level and should be at no less height than immediately
under the upper lifeline.
3.27.3 Navigation light intensity
TABLE 11
LOA

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Guide to required minimum power
rating for an electric bulb in anavigation light
10 W

under 12 m
(39.4 ft)
12 m (39.4 ft) 25 W
and above

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3.27.4 Reserve navigation lights shall be carried having thesame minimum specifications as the navigation lights
above, with a separable power source, and wiring or
supply system essentially separate from that used forthe normal navigation lights
3.27.5 spare bulbs for navigation lights shall be carried, or for**
lights not dependent on bulbs, appropriate spares.
3.28 Engines, Generators, Fuel3.28.1 Propulsion Engines****a) Engines and associated systems shall be installedin accordance with their manufacturers’ guidelines
and shall be of a type, strength, capacity, andinstallation suitable for the size and intended use of
the yacht.
b) An inboard propulsion engine when fitted shall: beprovided with a permanently installed exhaust,
coolant, and fuel supply systems and fuel tank(s);be securely covered; and have adequate protection
from the effects of heavy weather.
c) A propulsion engine required by Special
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Regulations shall provide a minimum speed inknots of (1.8 x square root of LWL in metres) or(square root of LWL in feet)d) A propulsion engine shall be provided either as an
inboard propulsive engine or as an outboard
engine with associated tanks and fuel supply
systems, all securely fastened.

Mo3e) An inboard propulsion engine shall be provided foryachtsMo0,1,2Mu0f) Boats of less than 12.0 m hull length may beprovided with an inboard propulsion engine, or an
outboard engine together with permanently installed
fuel supply systems and fuel tank(s) may be used
as an alternative.

Mu1,2,33.28.2 Generator
A separate generator for electricity is optional.
However, when a separate generator is carried it shallbe permanently installed, securely covered, and shallhave permanently installed exhaust, cooling and fuelsupply systems and fuel tank(s), and have adequate
protection from the effects of heavy weather.
3.28.3 Fuel Systemsa) Each fuel tank provided with a shutoff valve.
Except for permanently installed linings or liners, aflexible tank is not permitted as a fuel tank.

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MoMu0,1,2,3b) The propulsion engine shall have a minimum
amount of fuel which may be specified in the Noticeof Race but if not, shall be sufficient to be able tomeet charging requirements for the duration of therace and to motor at the above minimum speed forat least 8 hours
3.28.4 Battery Systemsa) When an electric starter is the only method forstarting the engine, the yacht shall have a separate
battery, the primary purpose of which is to start theengine

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MoMu0,1,2,3b) All rechargeable batteries on board shall be of thesealed type from which liquid electrolyte cannot
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1/12 may continue in use for the remainder of theirservice lives.
3.29

Communications Equipment, EPFS (Electronic
Position-Fixing System), Radar, AIS
Provision of GMDSS and DSC is unlikely to be
mandatory for small craft during the term of thepresent Special Regulations However it isrecommended that persons in charge include thesefacilities when installing new equipment.
3.29.1 The following shall be provided:**
MoMu0,1,2,3**a) A marine radio transceiver (or if stated in the Notice MoMu0,1,2,3of Race, an installed satcom terminal), andi an emergency antenna when the regularantenna depends upon the mast.

MoMu0,1,2,3b) When the marine radio transceiver is VHF:

MoMu0,1,2,2

i it shall have a rated output power of 25W

MoMu0,1,2,3

ii it shall have a masthead antenna, and co-axial
feeder cable with not more than 40% power loss

MoMu0,1,2,3

iii the following types and lengths of co-axial feeder MoMu0,1,2,3
cable will meet the requirements of OSR 3.29.1(b)(ii): (a) up to 15m (50ft) - type RG8X ("mini8"); (b) 15-28m (50-90ft) - type RG8U; (c) 2843m (90-140ft) - type 9913F (uses conventional
connectors, available from US supplier Belden);(d) 43-70m) 140-230ft - type LMR600 (uses
special connectors, available from US supplierTimes Microwave).
iv it should include channel 72 (an international
ship-ship channel which, by common use, has
become widely accepted as primary choice forocean racing yachts anywhere in the world)

MoMu0,1,2,3v Notwithstanding OSR 3.29.1 (b) a yacht in a
Category Zero race shall have a marine VHF
DSC radio in accordance with OSR 3.29.1 (b)(I) and (ii) covering all international and US
marine channels and meeting the class D
specification of the ITU.

MoMu0c) At least two hand-held satellite telephones,
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batteries. When not in use each to be stowed in a
grab bag (see OSR 4.21)d) At least two hand-held marine VHF transceivers
each with min 5w output power, watertight or withwaterproof covers. When not in use to be stowed ina grab bag (see OSR 4.21)

MoMu0e) A hand-held marine VHF transceiver, watertight orwith a waterproof cover. When not in use to be
stowed in a grab bag or emergency container (seeOSR 4.21)

MoMu1,2,3,4f) Independent of a main radio transceiver, a radio
receiver capable of receiving weather bulletins**g) It is strongly recommended that a hand-heldwatertight transceiver operating on one or moreaviation frequencies including 121.5MHz should be
provided. This will enable communications between
the yacht and aircraft on SAR duties, not all ofwhich have maritime VHF. When not in use to be
stowed in a grab bag (see OSR 4.21.2)

MoMu0h) A D/F (direction-finding) radio receiver operating on
121.5MHz to take a bearing on a PLB or EPIRB, oran alternative device for man-overboard location
when each crew member has an appropriate
personal unit (see OSR 5.07);

MoMu0i) An EPFS (Electronic Position-Fixing System) (e.g.
GPS)

MoMu0,1,2,3j) A Standard-C satellite terminal (GMDSS) shall bepermanently installed and permanently powered up
for the duration of the race and for which the race
committee shall have polling authority.

MoMu0k) An MF/HF marine SSB transceiver (GMDSS/DSC)
with at least 125 watts transmitter power andfrequency range from at least 1.6 to 29.9 MHz withpermanently installed antenna and earth.

MoMu0l) An active radar set permanently installed, with notless than 4 kW PEP with antenna mounted at least
7 metres above the water. The radar antenna unit
shall have a maximum dimension not less than 533
mm. The radar shall be mounted so that the

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antenna unit remains essentially horizontal when
the yacht is heeled. Installations in place before
January 2006 shall comply as closely as possible
with OSR 3.29.(L)m) A class A AISMoMu0n) An AIS Transponder

MoMu1,2o) An AIS Transponder is recommended

MoMu3

3.29.2 Yachts are reminded that no reflector, active or
passive, is a guarantee of detection or tracking by avessel using radar.

**a) The attention of persons in charge is drawn tolegislation in force or imminent affecting theterritorial seas of some countries in which thecarriage of an AIS set is or will be mandatory forcertain vessels including relatively small craft.

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SECTION 4 - PORTABLE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
for the yacht(for water & fuel see OSR 3.21 and OSR 3.28)
4.01 Sail Letters & Numbers
4.01.1 Yachts which are not in an ISAF International Class or
Recognized Class shall comply with RRS 77 andAppendix G as closely as possible, except that sailnumbers allotted by a State authority are acceptable.
4.01.2 Sail numbers and letters of the size carried on themainsail must be displayed by alternative means whennone of the numbered sails is set.
4.02 Hull marking (colour blaze)

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4.02.1 To assist in SAR location:a) Each yacht shall show at least 4 m^2 of fluorescentpink or orange or yellow colour as far as possible ina single area on the coachroof and/or deck where it
can best be seenMoMu0b) Each yacht is recommended to show at least 1 m^2of fluorescent pink or orange or yellow colour as far
as possible in a single area on the coachroof and/ordeck where it can best be seen

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4.02.2 Multihulls shall show on the underside, where they can Mu0,1,2,3,4
be seen when inverted, an solid area of highly-visible
colour (e.g. Day-Glo pink, orange, or yellow) of at least
1m^2
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4.02.3 Each yacht is recommended to show on eachunderwater appendage an area of highly-visible colour
4.03 Soft Wood Plugs
Soft wood plugs, tapered and of the appropriate size,**
shall be attached or stowed adjacent to the appropriate
fitting for every through-hull opening.
4.04 Jackstays, Clipping Points and Static Safety Lines
4.04.1 The following shall be provided:
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deck, port and starboard of the yacht's centre
line to provide secure attachments for safety
harness:MoMu0,1,2,3
ii comprising stainless steel 1 x 19 wire ofminimum diameter 5 mm (3/16 in), high modulus
polyethylene (such as Dyneema/Spectra) rope or
webbing of equivalent strength;iii which, when made from stainless steel wire shallbe uncoated and used without any sleeving;

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iv 20kN (2,040 kgf or 4,500 lbf) min breaking strain MoMu0,1,2,3
webbing is recommended;v at least two of which should be fitted on theunderside of a multihull in case of inversion.

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4.04.2 Clipping Points:shall be provideda) attached to through-bolted or welded deck plates or MoMu0,1,2,3
other suitable and strong anchorage points
adjacent to stations such as the helm, sheet
winches and masts, where crew members work forlong periods:b) which, together with jackstays and static safety
lines shall enable a crew member-

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i to clip on before coming on deck and unclip after MoMu0,1,2,3
going below;
ii whilst continuously clipped on, to move readily
between the working areas on deck and the
cockpit(s) with the minimum of clipping andunclipping operations.

MoMu0,1,2,3c) The provision of clipping points shall enable twothirds of the crew to be simultaneously clipped on
without depending on jackstays

MoMu0,1,2,3d) In a trimaran with a rudder on the outrigger,
adequate clipping points shall be provided that are
not part of the deck gear or the steering
mechanism, in order that the steering mechanism
can be reached by a crew member whilst clippedon.

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5.02.1(a)4.05Fire Extinguishers
Shall be provided as follows:
4.05.1 Fire extinguishers, at least two, readily accessible in**suitable and different parts of the yacht
4.05.2 Fire Extinguishers, at least two, of minimum 2kgs each MoMu0,1,2,3
of dry powder or equivalent
4.05.3 Fire extinguishers, at least three of minimum 2 kgs
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each of dry powder or equivalent including at least one
extinguisher or system suitable for dealing with fire in amachinery space
4.05.4 A fire blanket adjacent to every cooking device with an**open flame
4.06 Anchor(s)4.06.1 An anchor or anchors shall be carried according to the**table below:
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LOA
any

detailThe specification of anchor, chain and rope
shall be in accordance with relevant classrules or the rules of a recognised
Classification Society (eg Lloyd’s, DNV,
etc.)
8.5 m (28 2 anchors together with a suitableft) andcombination of chain and rope, all ready for
over
immediate use
under 8.5 1 anchor together with a suitablem (28 ft) combination of chain and rope, all ready for
immediate useany
1 anchor, readily accessible

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4.07 Flashlight(s) and Searchlight(s)4.07.1 The following shall be provided:a) A watertight, high-powered searchlight, suitable forsearching for a person overboard at night and forcollision avoidance with spare batteries and bulbs,
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shall be stowed in the grab bag or emergency
containerd) a watertight high-intensity heavy duty handlamp
powered by the ships' batteries, instantly available
for use on deck and in the cockpit, with spare bulbs
4.08 First Aid Manual and First Aid Kit
4.08.1 A suitable First Aid Manual shall be provided
In the absence of a National Authority's requirement,
the latest edition of one of the following is
recommended:-

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a) International Medical Guide for Ships, World HealthOrganisation, Geneva

MoMu0,1b) First Aid at Sea, by Douglas Justins and Colin
Berry, published by Adlard Coles Nautical,London

MoMu2,3,4c) Le Guide de la medecine a distance, by Docteur J
Y Chauve, published by Distance Assistance BP33
F-La Baule, cedex, France.

**d) ‘PAN-PAN medico a bordo’ in Italian edited byUmberto Verna. www.panpan.it

MoMu2,3,4e) Skipper’s Medical Emergency Handbook by Dr
Spike Briggs and Dr Campbell Mackenzie
www.msos.org.uk**

4.08.2 A First Aid Kit shall be provided
4.08.3 The contents and storage of the First Aid Kit shouldreflect the guidelines of the Manual carried, the likely
conditions and duration of the passage, and thenumber of people aboard the yacht.
4.09 Foghorn
A foghorn shall be provided
4.10 Radar Reflector
4.10.1 A passive Radar Reflector (that is, a Radar Reflector
without any power) shall be provideda) If a radar reflector is :i octahedral with triangular plates making up eachpocket it must have a minimum diagonalmeasurement of 456 mm (18in).
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304mm (12in).
iii not octahedral it must have a documented RCS(radar cross-section) of not less than 10 m2 at
0° elevation and be capable of performancearound 360° in azimuth.
The minimum effective height above water is 4.0 m (13
ft).

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b) The passive and active devices referred to in thesenotes and in 4.10.1 and 4.10.2 above are primarily
intended for use in the X (9GHz) band**

4.10.2 The most effective radar response from a yacht may
be provided by an RTE (Radar Target Enhancer)
which may be on board in addition to the required
passive reflector. An RTE should conform to ISO
8729-2:2009. An RTE is strongly recommended.

MoMu1,2,3,4a) An RTE shall be provided in compliance with
ISO8729-2:2009 or ITU-R 1176

MoMu0b) The display of a passive reflector or the operationof an RTE is for the person in charge to decideaccording to prevailing conditions.
4.10.3 When available, a passive radar reflector incompliance with ISO8729-1:2010 will offer improved
performance over earlier models and has a size
typified by a cylinder of not more than weight 5kg,
height 750mm and diameter 300mm.
4.10.4 S (3GHz) band radar is often used by ships in bad
weather to complement X (9GHz) band radar. On S
(3GHz) band a passive reflector offers about 1/10 the
response obtained on the X (9GHz) band. Unlessspecifically designed to operate in the S(3GHz) band,an RTE will provide no response at all.
4.11 Navigation Equipment
4.11.1 Charts
Navigational charts (not solely electronic), light list andchart plotting equipment shall be provided
4.11.2 Reserve Navigation System
Navigators are recommended to carry a sextant withsuitable tables and a timepiece or an adequate reservenavigation system so that total reliance is not placedon dead-reckoning and a single form of EPFS
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4.12 Safety Equipment Location Chart
A safety equipment location chart in durable**
waterproof material shall be displayed in the main
accommodation where it can best be seen, clearlymarked with the location of principal items of safety
equipment.
4.13 Echo Sounder or Lead Line4.13.1 An echo sounder or lead line shall be provided
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4.13.2 Two independent echo sounders shall be provided
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4.14 Speedometer or Distance Measuring Instrument(log)
A speedometer or distance measuring instrument (log) MoMu0,1,2,3
shall be provided
4.15 Emergency Steering
4.15.1 Emergency steering shall be provided as follows:
MoMu0,1,2,3a) except when the principal method of steering is bymeans of an unbreakable metal tiller, anemergency tiller capable of being fitted to therudder stock;
MoMu0,1,2,3b) crews must be aware of alternative methods ofsteering the yacht in any sea condition in the eventof rudder loss. At least one method must have been
proven to work on board the yacht. An inspector
may require that this method be demonstrated.
4.16

Tools and Spare Parts
Tools and spare parts, including effective means toquickly disconnect or sever the standing rigging fromthe hull shall be provided.
4.17 Yacht's nameYacht's name shall be on miscellaneous buoyant
equipment, such as lifejackets, cushions, lifebuoys,
lifeslings, grab bags etc.
4.18 Marine grade retro-reflective material
Marine grade retro-reflective material shall be fitted tolifebuoys, lifeslings, liferafts and lifejackets. See OSRs
5.04, 5.08.
4.19 EPIRBs
4.19.1 A 406 MHz EPIRB shall be provided
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Categorya) At least two 406 MHz EPIRBs shall be provided

MoMu0b) It is recommended that a 406 MHz EPIRB should
include an internal GPS, and also a 121.5MHz
transmitter for local homing.

MoMu0,1,2c) Every 406 MHz EPIRB shall be properly registeredwith the appropriate authority.

MoMu0,1,2d) Every ship’s 406 MHz EPIRB shall be water andmanually activated.

MoMu0,1,2e) EPIRBs should be tested in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions when firstcommissioned and then at least annually.

MoMu0,1,2f) A list of registration numbers of 406 EPIRBs should
be notified to event organizers and kept available for
immediate use.

MoMu0,1,2g) Consideration should be given to the provision of alocator device (e.g. an "Argos" beacon) operating
on non - SAR frequencies, to aid salvage if a yacht
is abandoned.

MoMu0,1,2h) Beacons with only 121.5MHz are no longer
recommended for distress alerting. Satellite
processing of 121.5 MHz is being phased out.
121.5MHz will continue to be used for local homing
by on-board D/F systems and for local homing by
SAR units. Type "E" EPIRBs are no longer
supported and should be replaced immediately.

MoMu0,1,2i) See OSR 3.29.1(e) for on-board D/F and OSR
5.07.1(b) for personal EPIRBs (PLBs)
4.20 Liferafts
4.20.1 Liferaft Construction and Packed Equipment

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MoMu0,1,2a) A sufficient number of liferafts shall be provided sothat in the event of any one liferaft being lost or
rendered unserviceable, sufficient aggregate
capacity remains for all persons on board

MoMu0b) Liferafts shall comply with SOLAS LSA code 1997
Chapter IV or later version except that they are
acceptable with a capacity of 4 persons and may
be packed in a valise. A SOLAS liferaft shallcontain at least a SOLAS "A" pack.

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4.20.2 Liferaft(s) shall be provided capable of carrying thewhole crew when each liferaft shall comply with either:-

MoMu1,2a) OSR 4.20.1 (b) (SOLAS), or

MoMu1,2b) for liferafts manufactured prior to January 2003,
OSR Appendix A part I (ORC), or

MoMu1,2c) OSR Appendix A part II (ISAF) when, unlessotherwise specified by a race organizer, the floor
shall include thermal insulation, or

MoMu1,2d) ISO 9650 Part I Type I Group A (ISO) when eachliferaft shall contain at least a Pack 2 (<24h) and-

MoMu1,2i shall have a semi-rigid boarding ramp, andMoMu1,2ii shall be so arranged that any high-pressure hose
shall not impede the boarding process, andMoMu1,2iii shall have a topping-up means provided for any
inflatable boarding ramp, andMoMu1,2iv when the liferaft is designed with a single ballast
pocket this shall be accepted provided theliferaft otherwise complies with ISO 9650 andmeets a suitable test of ballast pocket strength
devised by the manufacturer andMoMu1,2v compliance with OSR 4.20.2 (d) i-iv shall be
indicated on the liferaft certificate.

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4.20.3 Liferaft Packing and Stowage
A Liferaft shall be either:a) packed in a transportable rigid container or canisterand stowed on the working deck or in the cockpit,
or:-

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MoMu0,1,2b) packed in a transportable rigid container or canisteror in a valise and stowed in a purpose-built rigid
compartment containing liferaft(s) only and opening
into or adjacent to the cockpit or working deck, or
through a transom, provided that:-

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i each compartment is watertight or self-draining(self-draining compartments will be counted aspart of the cockpit volume except when entirely
above working deck level or when draining
independently overboard from a transom
stowage - see OSR 3.09) and-

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Categoryii the cover of each compartment is capable ofbeing easily opened under water pressure, and-

MoMu0,1,2iii the compartment is designed and built to allow a
liferaft to be removed and launched quickly andeasily, or-

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iv in a yacht with age or series date before June
2001, a liferaft may be packed in a valise notexceeding 40kg securely stowed below deck
adjacent to a companionway.

MoMu1,2v Liferaft stowage on a multihull shall be such thateach liferaft may be readily removed andlaunched whether or not the yacht is inverted.

Mu0,1,2c) The end of each liferaft painter should bepermanently made fast to a strong point on board
the yacht.
4.20.4 Liferaft Launchinga) Each raft shall be capable of being got to thelifelines or launched within 15 seconds.

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MoMu0,1,2b) Each liferaft of more than 40kg weight should be
stowed in such a way that the liferaft can be
dragged or slid into the sea without significant lifting

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4.20.5 Liferaft Servicing and Inspection
IMPORTANT NOTICE Recent evidence has shownthat packaged liferafts are vulnerable to serious
damage when dropped (e.g. from a boat onto a marina
pontoon) or when subjected to the weight of a crew
member or heavy object (e.g. an anchor). Damage canbe caused internally by the weight of the heavy steel
CO2 bottle abrading or splitting neighbouring layers ofbuoyancy tube material. ISAF has instituted aninvestigation into this effect and as an interim measurerequires that every valise-packed liferaft shall have anannual certificate of servicing. A liferaft should betaken for servicing if there is any sign of damage ordeterioration (including on the underside of the pack).
Persons in charge should insist on great care inhandling liferafts and apply the rules NO STEP and
DO NOT DROP UNLESS LAUNCHING INTO THE
SEA.

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Categorya) Certificates or copies, of servicing and/or inspection
shall be kept on board the yacht. Every SOLAS
liferaft and every valise-packed liferaft shall have avalid annual certificate of new or serviced statusfrom the manufacturer or his approved service
station.

MoMu0,1,2b) A liferaft built to OSR Appendix A part I ("ORC")
packed in a rigid container or canister shall either
be serviced annually or may, when the
manufacturer so specifies, be inspected annually(not necessarily unpacked) provided the yacht has
on board written confirmation from the
manufacturer's approved service station stating thatthe inspection was satisfactory.

MoMu0,1,2c) A liferaft built to OSR Appendix A part II ("ISAF")
packed in a rigid container or canister shall either
be serviced annually or may, when the
manufacturer so specifies, have its first service nolonger than 3 years after commissioning and its
second service no longer than 2 years after the
first. Subsequent services shall be at intervals of
not more than 12 months.

MoMu1,2d) A liferaft built to ISO 9650 Part 1 Type Group A,
packed in a rigid container or canister shall beserviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions but NOT less frequently than every
three years

MoMu1,2e) A liferaft built to ISO 9650 Part 1 Type Group A
packed in a valise shall be inspected annually by
an approved manufacturer’s agent and serviced inaccordance with the manufacturer’s instructions but
NOT less frequently than every three years.

MoMu1,2f) Liferaft servicing certificates shall state thespecification that the liferaft was built to. See OSR
4.20.2

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4.21 Grab Bags
4.21.1 Grab Bag or Emergency Container for Multihulls
Without Liferaftsa) A multihull without a liferaft shall have, readily
accessible whether or not the yacht is inverted,
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either a watertight compartment or a grab bag withthe following minimum contents. A grab bag shallhave inherent flotation, at least 0.1 m^2 area offluorescent orange colour on the outside, shall bemarked with the name of the yacht, and shall havea lanyard and clip.
b) Note: it is not intended to duplicate in a grab bag
etc. items required by other OSRs to be on board
the yacht - this regulation covers only the stowageof those items

Mu3,4c) a watertight hand-held marine VHF transceiver plus
a spare set of batteries

Mu3,4d) a watertight flashlight with spare batteries and bulb

Mu3,4e) 2 red parachute and 3 red hand flares

Mu3,4f) a watertight strobe light with spare batteries

Mu3,4g) a knife

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4.21.2 Grab Bags to Accompany Liferaftsa) A yacht is recommended to have for each liferaft, agrab bag with the following minimum contents. A
grab bag should have inherent flotation, at least 0.1
m^2 area of fluorescent orange colour on theoutside, should be marked with the name of theyacht, and should have a lanyard and clip.

MoMu0,1,2b) Note: it is not intended to duplicate in a grab bag
items required by other OSRs to be on board theyacht - these recommendations cover only thestowage of those items

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4.21.3 Grab Bag Recommended Contentsa) 2 red parachute and 2 red hand flares andcyalume-type chemical light sticks (red flarescompliant with SOLAS)

MoMu1,2b) watertight hand-held EPFS (Electronic PositionFixing System) (e.g. GPS) in at least one of thegrab bags carried by a yacht

MoMu1,2c) SART (Search and Rescue Transponder) in at least
one of the grab bags carried by a yacht

MoMu1,2d) a combined 406MHz/121.5MHz or type "E" EPIRB

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Category(see OSR 4.19.1) in at least one of the grab bags
carried by a yachte) water in re-sealable containers or a hand-operated
desalinator plus containers for water

MoMu1,2f) a watertight hand-held marine VHF transceiver plus
a spare set of batteries

MoMu0,1,2g) a watertight flashlight with spare batteries and bulb

MoMu0,1,2h) dry suits or thermal protective aids or survival bagsi) second sea anchor for the liferaft (not required if theliferaft has already a spare sea anchor in its pack)(recommended standard ISO 17339) with swivel
and >30m line diameter >9.5 mm

MoMu0,1,2j) two safety tin openers (if appropriate)

MoMu0,1,2k) first-aid kit including at least 2 tubes of sunscreen.
All dressings should be capable of being effectively
used in wet conditions. The first-aid kit should beclearly marked and re-sealable.

MoMu0,1,2l) signalling mirror

MoMu0,1,2m) high-energy food (min 10 000kJ per person
recommended for Cat Zero)

MoMu0,1,2n) nylon string, polythene bags, seasickness tablets(min 6 per person recommended)

MoMu0,1,2o) watertight hand-held aviation VHF transceiver (ifrace area warrants)

MoMu0,1,2p) water in re-sealable containers and a handoperated desalinatorMoMu0q) hand-held satellite telephone with waterproof coverand internal batteries

MoMu0r) strobe lightMoMu0s) medical supplies including any for pre-existing
medical conditions of any crew member

MoMu0t) spare unbreakable spectacles for any crew
members needing themMoMu0u) wet notebook with captive pencil

MoMu0v) powerful whistle (operated by mouth)

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Categoryw) 6 red SOLAS compliant parachute flares, 3 white
parachute flares, 2 orange SOLAS compliant
smoke flares, cyalume-type light sticks

MoMu0x) a watertight, high-powered torch (flashlight) withspare batteries and bulbs

MoMu0y) watertight hand-held EPFS (Electronic PositionFixing System) (e.g. GPS)MoMu0z) SART (Search and Rescue Transponder)MoMu0aa) 406MHz or type "E" EPIRB registered to the yacht(see OSR 4.19.2)

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4.21.4 Swimmer of the Watch Baga) It is recommended to keep a bag, stored ready for
immediate use within reach of the main
companionway hatch, to facilitate the recovery of aman overboard by a swimmer of the watch andcontaining-

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b) 50 metres of buoyant 8mm rope

MoMu0c) a pair of swim finsMoMu0d) a semi-automatic life jacket

MoMu0e) suitable clothing to effect a man overboard
recovery in cold water

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4.22 Lifebuoys
4.22.1 The following shall be provided within reach of thehelmsman and ready for instant use:**a) a lifebuoy with a self-igniting light and a drogue or a
Lifesling with a self-igniting light and without adrogue.

**b) In addition to a) above, one lifebuoy within reach of
the helmsman and ready for instant use, equippedwith:

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i a whistle, a drogue, a self-igniting light and

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ii a pole and flag. The pole shall be either
permanently extended or be capable of being
fully automatically extended (not extendable byhand) in less than 20 seconds. It shall be
attached to the lifebuoy with 3 m (10 ft) of
floating line and is to be of a length and so

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Categoryballasted that the flag will fly at least 1.8 m (6 ft)
off the water.
iii Each lifebuoy shall be equipped with a sachet offluoresceine dye
4.22.2 When at least two lifebuoys (and/or Lifeslings) are
carried, at least one of them shall depend entirely on
permanent (e.g. foam) buoyancy.
4.22.3 Each inflatable lifebuoy and any automatic device (e.g.
pole and flag extended by compressed gas) shall betested and serviced at intervals in accordance with its
manufacturer's instructions.
4.22.4 Each lifebuoy or lifesling shall be fitted with marine
grade retro-reflective material (4.18).
4.22.5 It is recommended that the colour of each lifebuoy be asafety colour in the yellow-red range.
4.23 Pyrotechnic and Light Signals
4.23.1 Pyrotechnic signals shall be provided conforming to
SOLAS LSA Code Chapter III Visual Signals and notolder than the stamped expiry date (if any) or if no
expiry date stamped , not older than 4 years.
red parachuteflares LSA III
3.1
6
4
2
4.24

red handflares LSA
III 3.2
4
4
4
4

orangesmoke LSA
III 3.3
2
2
2
2

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Heaving Lineb) the "throwing sock" type is recommended - seeAppendix D
Cockpit Knife
A strong, sharp knife, sheathed and securely
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racecategorya) a heaving line shall be provided 15 m - 25 m (50 ft 75 ft) length readily accessible to cockpit.

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4.26 Storm & Heavy Weather Sails
4.26.1 Designa) it is strongly recommended that persons incharge consult their designer and sailmaker todecide the most effective size for storm andheavy weather sails. The purpose of these sails
is to provide safe propulsion for the yacht insevere weather -they are not intended as part of
the racing inventory. The areas below are
maxima. Smaller areas are likely to suit someyachts according to their stability and othercharacteristics.

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4.26.2 High Visibilitya) Every storm jib shall either be of highly-visible
coloured material (e.g. dayglo pink, orange or
yellow) or have a highly-visible coloured patch atleast 50% of the area of the sail (up to a maximum
diameter of 3m) added on each side; and also thata rotating wing mast should have a highly-visible
coloured patch on each side. A storm sailpurchased after January 2014 shall have thematerial of the body of the sail a highly-visible
colour.

**b) it is strongly recommended that the storm trysailshould either be made of or have a patch of highly
visible colour.

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4.26.3 Materialsa) aromatic polyamides, carbon and similar fibres
shall not be used in a trysail or storm jib but
spectra/dyneema and similar materials are
permitted.

**b) it is strongly recommended that a heavy-weather jib
does not contain aromatic polyamides, carbon andsimilar fibres other than spectra/dyneema.

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4.26.4 The following shall be provided:a) sheeting positions on deck for each storm andheavy-weather sail;**b) for each storm or heavy-weather jib, a means to
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shall have the means of attachment permanently
attached;
Storm and heavy weather jib areas shall becalculated as: (0.255 x luff length x (luffperpendicular + 2 x half width))* To apply to sails
made in January 2012 and afterc) a storm trysail which shall be capable of being
sheeted independently of the boom with trysail area
not greater than 17.5% mainsail hoist (P) x mainsail
foot length (E). The storm trysail area shall bemeasured as (0.5 x leech length x shortest distance
between tack point and leech). The storm trysailshall have neither headboard nor battens, however
a storm trysail is not required in a yacht with arotating wing mast which can adequately substitutefor a trysail. The method of calculating area applies
to sails made in January 2012 and after.

MoMu 0,1,2d) if a storm trysail is required by either OSR 4.26.4(c) or OSR 4.26.4 (g) the yacht's sail number andletter(s) shall be placed on both sides of the trysail(or on a rotating wing mast as substitute for atrysail) in as large a size as practicable;**e) a storm jib of area not greater than 5% height of theforetriangle squared, with luff maximum length 65%
height of the foretriangle;

MoMu0,1,2f) a heavy-weather jib (or heavy-weather sail in a
yacht with no forestay) of area not greater than
13.5% height of the foretriangle squared;**g) either a storm trysail as defined in OSR 4.26.4(c),or mainsail reefing to reduce the luff by at least
40%.

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h) in the case of a yacht with an in-mast furlingmainsail, the storm trysail must be capable of being
set while the mainsail is furled.

MoMu0,1,2i) A trysail track should allow for the trysail to behoisted quickly when the mainsail is lowered
whether or not the mainsail is stowed on the mainboom.
It is strongly recommended that a boat has either a

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dedicated trysail track permanently installed with theentry point accessible to a person standing on themain deck or coachroof, or a permanently installed
stay on which to hank the trysail.
k) It is strongly recommended that an inner forestay isprovided either permanently installed or readily set
up, on which to set the storm jib.

MoMu0,1,2

4.27 Drogue, Sea Anchor
4.27.1 A drogue for deployment over the stern, or
alternatively a sea anchor or parachute anchor for
deployment over the bow, complete with all gearneeded to rig and deploy the sea anchor or drogue, isstrongly recommended to withstand long periods inrough conditions (see Appendix F).
4.27.2 A drogue for deployment over the stern, or
alternatively a sea anchor or parachute anchor for
deployment at the bow, shall be provided completewith all gear needed to rig and deploy the sea anchor
or drogue to withstand long periods in rough conditions(see OSR Appendix F)
4.28 Man Overboard Alarm
4.28.1 Each yacht shall be equipped with a man overboard

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alarm including an emergency button immediately
accessible to a helmsman which will sound an audible
alarm in the accommodation and simultaneously send
an appropriate signal to the ship's navigational
software4.28.2 A yacht is recommended to be equipped with an EPFS
(e.g. GPS) capable of immediately recording a man
overboard position from each helm station
4.28.3 A yacht shall be equipped with an EPFS (e.g. GPS)capable of immediately recording a man overboard
position from each helm station (From January 2012)4.29 Deck Bags
4.29.1 OSR 4.29 shall apply only when RRS 51 moveableballast is changed in the Notice of Race, Sailing
Instructions or Class Rules to permit deck bags

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MoMu 1, 2

Mo0
Mo0a) A deck bag or bags may be provided for the
stowage of sails on deck

Mo0b) A deck bag shall be:-Mo0

i so constructed to ensure rapid draining of waterMo0

ii securely fastened in such a way that the integrityof deck fittings e.g. stanchions and lifelines, is
not compromised

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SECTION 5 - PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
5.01 Lifejacket
5.01.1 Each crew member shall have a lifejacket as follows:a) i In accordance with ISO 12402 – 3 (Level 150) or
equivalent, including EN 396 or UL 1180
ii Lifejackets manufactured after 1 January 2012
shall be in accordance with ISO 12402–3 (Level
150) and shall be fitted with:• an emergency light in accordance with either
ISO 12402-8 or SOLAS LSA code 2.2.3.
• a sprayhood in accordance with ISO 12402-8.
• a full deck safety harness in accordance with
ISO 12401 (ISO 1095) including a crotch or thighstrap (holding down device) as specified in ISO
12401 (ISO 1095).
• If of an inflatable type either(a) automatic, manual and oral inflation or(b) manual and oral inflation

**
**
**

Notes: ISO 12402 requires Level 150 lifejackets to be
fitted with a mandatory whistle and retro-reflective
material. Also, when fitted with a safety harness, ISO
12402 requires that this shall be the full safety harness
in accordance with ISO 12401. Any equivalent lifejacket
shall have equal requirements.
Persons of larger than average build are generally morebuoyant than those of average build and so do not
require a lifejacket with greater levels of flotation.
Wearing a Level 275 lifejacket may hamper entry into
liferafts.
b) fitted with either a crotch strap(s) / thigh straps or afull safety harness in accordance with ISO 12401,**

Note: The function of lifejacket crotch/thigh straps is tohold the buoyancy element down. A crew member
before a race should adjust a lifejacket to fit then retainthat lifejacket for the duration of the race. Correct
adjustment is fundamental to the lifejacket functioning
correctly.
c) fitted with a lifejacket light in accordance withSOLAS LSA code 2.2.3 (white, >0.75 candelas, >8hours),
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Categoryd) if inflatable have a compressed gas inflation system,**e) if inflatable, regularly checked for gas retention,**f) compatible with the wearer's safety harness,**g) clearly marked with the yacht's or wearer's name,**h) fitted with a splashguard / sprayhood in accordancewith ISO 12402 – 8,

MoMu0i) Fitted with a PLB unit (as with other types of EPIRB,
should be properly registered with the appropriate
authority)

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It is strongly recommended that a lifejacket has:j) a splashguard / sprayhood See ISO 12402 – 8,

MoMu1,2,3,4k) a PLB unit (as with other types of EPIRB, should be MoMu1,2,3,4
properly registered with the appropriate authority)l) if of a gas inflatable type, a spare cylinder and if
appropriate a spare activation head

MoMu1,2,3,4

5.01.2 For every gas inflatable lifejacket a spare cylinder and if
MoMu0
appropriate a spare activation head shall be carried.
MoMu0
5.01.3 Each yacht shall carry a spare lifejacket or lifejacket(s)as required in OSR 5.01.1 sufficient for at least 10% of
the total number of persons on board (minimum one
spare lifejacket). At least one of the required spare
lifejacket(s) shall be a semi - automatic for use in man
overboard recovery.
5.01.4 The person in charge shall personally check each**lifejacket at least once annually.
5.02 Safety Harness and Safety Lines (Tethers)
MoMu0,1,2,3
5.02.1 Each crew member shall have a harness and safety
MoMu0,1,2,3line that complies with ISO 12401 or equivalent with asafety line not more than 2m in length.
Harnesses and safety lines manufactured prior to Jan
2010 shall comply with either ISO 12401 or EN 1095.
Harnesses and safety lines manufactured prior to Jan
2001 are not permitted.
MoMu0,1,2,3a) Warning it is possible for a plain snaphook todisengage from a U bolt if the hook is rotatedunder load at right-angles to the axis of the Ubolt. For this reason the use of snaphooks withpositive locking devices is strongly
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recommended.
5.02.2 At least 30% of the crew shall each, in addition to theabove be provided with either:-

MoMu0,1,2,3a) a safety line not more than 1m long, or

MoMu0,1,2,3b) a mid-point snaphook on a 2m safety line

MoMu0,1,2,3c) Each yacht shall carry spare harness and safety line
units as required in OSR 5.02.1 above sufficient for
at least 10% of the total number of persons on board(minimum one unit).

Mo0

5.02.3 A safety line purchased in January 2001 or later shall
MoMu0,1,2,3
have a coloured flag embedded in the stitching, toindicate an overload. A line which has been overloaded
shall be replaced as a matter of urgency.
5.02.4 A crew member's lifejacket and harness shall be
MoMu0,1,2,3
compatible
MoMu0,1,2,3
5.02.5 It is strongly recommended that:MoMu0,1,2,3a) static safety lines should be securely fastened atwork stations;b) A harness should be fitted with a crotch strap orthigh straps.

MoMu0,1,2,3c) to draw attention to wear and damage, stitching on
harness and safety lines should be of a colour
contrasting strongly with the surrounding material;

MoMu0,1,2,3

MoMu0,1,2,3d) snaphooks should be of a type which will not selfrelease from a U-bolt (see OSR 5.02.1(a)) and which
can be easily released under load (crew members
are reminded that a personal knife may free themfrom a safety line in emergency);e) a crew member before a race should adjust a
harness to fit then retain that harness for theduration of the race.

MoMu0,1,2,3

5.02.6 Warning - a safety line and safety harness are notdesigned to tow a person in the water and it isimportant that the shortest safety line length possible
be used with a harness to minimise or eliminate the riskof a person's torso becoming immersed in wateroutside the boat, especially when working on theforedeck. 1m safety lines or the midpoint snaphook on
a 2m line should be used for this purpose. The diligent**

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5.03

use of a properly adjusted safety harness and theshortest safety line practicable is regarded as by far
the most effective way of preventing man overboard
incidents.
Personal Location Lightsa) two packs of miniflares or two personal location
lights (either SOLAS or strobe) shall be provided foreach crew member: one should be attached to, or
carried on, the person when on deck at night.

5.04

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MoMu0

Foul Weather Suitsa) a foul weather suit with hood shall be supplied toeach crew member .
b) it is recommended that a foul weather suit should be
fitted with marine-grade retro-reflective material, andshould have high-visibility colours on its upper partsand sleeve cuffs.See OSR 4.18

5.05

Knife
A knife, one shall be supplied to each crew member tobe worn on the person at all times
5.06 Watertight flashlight
A buoyant watertight flashlight, one shall be supplied toeach crew member.
5.07 Survival Equipment
5.07.1 One set of Survival Equipment shall be supplied to eachcrew member to include:-

MoMu0
**

MoMu0
MoMu0
MoMu0
MoMu0
MoMu0
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a) an immersion suit (attention is drawn to EN ISO
15027-1 constant wear suits, and EN ISO 15027-2
abandonment suits and the LSA Code Chapter II,
2,3);

MoMu0

b) a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) equipped with
406MHz and 121.5Mhz;

MoMu0c) a personal unit in addition to the PLB in OSR
4.07.1(b) if the location device carried by the yacht inaccordance with OSR 3.29.1(h) requires it;

MoMu0

MoMu0,1,2d) Attention is drawn to the value of keeping on the
person a combined 406MHz/121.5MHz PLB whenon deck: this may aid location in a man overboard
incident independent of the equipment carried by theparent vessel
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Categorye) All PLB units, as with other types of EPIRB, should
be properly registered with the appropriate authority

MoMu0,1,2

5.07.2 It is strongly recommended that an immersion suitshould be supplied to each crew member in a multihullin conditions where there is a potential for hypothermia
5.08 Diving Equipment
5.08.1 A yacht shall carry at least two diving suits each tocover the entire body and including gloves, fins andportable air supplies.

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SECTION 6 - TRAINING
At least 30% but not fewer than two members of a
MoMu1,2crew, including the skipper shall have undertaken
training within the five years before the start of therace in both 6.02 topics for theoretical sessions,and 6.03 topics which include practical, hands-on
sessions.
6.01.2 Every member of a crew including the skipper shallMoMu0
have undertaken training as in OSR 6.01
MoMu1,2
6.01.3 It is strongly recommended that all crew members
should undertake training as in OSR 6.01 at least once
every five years
6.01.4 Except as otherwise provided in the Notice of Race, an MoMu0,1,2
in-date certificate gained at an ISAF Approved
Offshore Personal Survival Training course shall be
accepted by a race organizing authority as evidence ofcompliance with Special Regulation 6.01. See
Appendix G - Model Training Course, for further
details.
6.02 Training Topics for Theoretical Sessions
6.02.1 care and maintenance of safety equipment
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.2 storm sails
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.3 damage control and repair
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.4 heavy weather - crew routines, boat handling, drogues MoMu0,1,2
6.02.5 man overboard prevention and recovery
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.6 giving assistance to other craft
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.7 hypothermia
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.8 SAR organisation and methods
MoMu0,1,2
6.02.9 weather forecasting
MoMu0,1,2
6.03 Training Topics for Practical, Hands-On Sessions MoMu0,1,2
6.03.1 liferafts and lifejackets
MoMu0,1,2
6.03.2 fire precautions and use of fire extinguishers
MoMu0,1,2
6.03.3 communications equipment (VHF, GMDSS, satcomms, MoMu0,1,2
etc.)
6.03.4 pyrotechnics and EPIRBs
MoMu0,1,2
6.04 Routine Training On-Board****
6.04.1 It is recommended that crews should practice safety
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man-overboard recovery
6.05 Medical Training
6.05.1 At least one member of the crew shall have a valid
STCW 95 A-VI/4-2 (Proficiency In Medical Care)certificate or equivalent
6.05.2 In addition to 6.05.1 another member of the crew
At least two members of the crew
At least one member of the crew
shall have a first aid certificate completed within thelast five years meeting any of the following
requirements:i) A certificate listed on the ISAF website
www.sailing.org/specialregs of MNA recognisedcoursesii) STCW 95 First Aid Training complying with A-VI/1-3– Elementary First Aid or higher STCW level
6.05.3 At least one member of the crew shall be familiar withFirst Aid procedures, hypothermia, drowning, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and relevant communications
systems (see OSR 6.02.7 and 6.03.3).
6.05.4 An example model first aid training course is includedin Appendix N.
6.06 Diving Training
6.06.1 At least 30% of the crew shall have received
appropriate diving training to enable them to carry out
basic repairs underwater and to provide assistance ifnecessary in recovery of a man overboard

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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix A Part I

APPENDIX A part I
Minimum Specifications for Yachtsmen’s Liferafts
for liferafts manufactured prior to 1/03
Appendix A does not cover liferafts intended for category 0 races
1.0 General design
Liferaft(s) capable of carrying the whole crew shall meet the following
requirements:a)Stowage - see Special Regulation 4.20.2
b)Must be designed and used solely for saving life at sea
c)
The liferaft shall be so constructed that, when fully inflated andfloating with the cover uppermost, it shall be stable in a seawayd)
The construction of the liferaft shall include a canopy or cover, whichshall unless specified by the national Authority or Notice of Raceautomatically be set in place when the liferaft is inflated. This covershall be capable of protecting the occupants against injury fromexposure, and means shall be provided for collecting rain. The coverof the liferaft shall be of a highly visible colour.
e)
The liferaft shall be fitted with a painter line and shall have a lifeline
becketed round the outside. A lifeline shall also be fitted round theinside of the liferaftf)
The liferaft shall be capable of being readily righted by one person if it
inflates in an inverted positiong)
The liferaft shall be fitted at each opening with efficient means toenable persons in the water to climb on boardh)The liferaft shall be contained in a valise or other container, so
constructed as to be capable of withstanding hard wear underconditions met with at sea. The liferaft in its valise or other container
shall be inherently buoyanti)The buoyancy of the liferaft shall be so arranged as to achieve adivision into an even number of separate compartments, half of whichshall be capable of supporting out of the water the number of persons
which the liferaft is fit to accommodate, without reducing the total
supporting area.
j)
The number of persons which an inflatable liferaft shall be permitted
to accommodate shall be equal to:i)the greatest whole number obtained by dividing by 0.096 thevolume, measured in cubic metres of the main buoyancy tubes(which for this purpose shall include neither the arches nor thethwarts if fitted) when inflated, orii)
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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix A Part Ik)purpose may include the thwart or thwarts if fitted) of the liferaft
when inflated whichever number shall the less
The floor of the liferaft shall be waterproof and unless otherwiseprescribed by a National Authority or Notice of Race, shall be capableof being sufficiently insulated against the cold either:i)by means of one or more compartments which the occupants
can inflate if they so desire, or which inflate automatically andcan be deflated and re-inflated by the occupants; orii)
by other equally efficient means not dependent on inflation

2.0 Equipmenta)one buoyant rescue quoit, attached to at least 30 metres of buoyant
lineb)
one safety knife and one bailerc)
two spongesd)one sea anchor or drogue permanently attached to the liferaft(compliance with ISO 17339 or equivalent is recommended)e)
two paddlesf)
one repair outfit capable of repairing punctures in buoyancy
compartmentsg)
one topping-up pump or bellows
h)one waterproof electric torchi)three hand-held red distress flare signals in accordance with SOLAS
regulation 36
j)
six anti-seasickness tablets for each person which the liferaft isdeemed fit to accommodatek)instructions on a plastic sheet on how to survive in the liferaftl)
the liferaft shall be inflated by a gas which is not injurious to theoccupants and the inflation shall take place automatically either on
the pulling of a line or by some other equally simple and efficientmethod. Means shall be provided whereby a topping-up pump or
bellows may be used to maintain pressure
3.0 Marking of liferafts
3.1 Each liferaft shall be clearly marked with the yacht's name or sailnumber or identification code on:a)the canopyb)
the bottomc)the valise or containerd)the certificate
3.2 Numbers and letters on the liferaft shall be as large as possible andin a strongly contrasting colour. Marine grade retro-reflective material
shall be appropriately fitted to every raft.
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APPENDIX A part II
Appendix A does not cover liferafts intended for category 0 races
The ISAF liferaft
The ISAF liferaft specification (OSR Appendix A part II) was published in
2002 pending completion of ISO standard 9650 and served the offshore
community well.
As ISO 9650 is now widely available ISAF is following previouslyestablished policy to promote the ISO standard as its primary reference. It
is the intention of ISAF that the ISAF specification will continue to be an
acceptable alternative although manufacturers may choose to no longer
market products under the ISAF name. The complete ISAF liferaftspecification is at www.sailing.org/specialregs
Please refer to the text of Special Regulations for further details.
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APPENDIX B
A Guide to ISO and other standards
Application and Development Policy
Whenever possible a relevant ISO Standard, CEN Norm, SOLAS
regulation or other internationally-recognised standard is called up by OSR.
Changes and developments in international standards are reviewed by theSpecial Regulations sub Committee and may replace part of Special
Regulations. Significant changes will when possible affect new yachts
and/or new equipment only.
ISO
ISO, the International Organization for Standardization is a world-widefederation of national standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of
preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO
Technical Committees. Each member body interested in a subject for whicha Technical Committee has been established has the right to be
represented on that committee. International organisations governmental
and non-governmental, including eg ISAF, take part in the work. Copies ofInternational Standards may be obtained from a national standards body.
The following International Standards (or Draft Standards) are mentioned inSpecial Regulations:ISO
standard
8729-18729-2
9650
11812
12401
12402
12215
12217-2
15085
17339

Subject
marine radar reflectors
marine radar reflectors
liferafts
watertight & quick draining cockpits
deck safety harness(also published as EN 1095)
Personal Flotation Devices
hull construction standards
assessment of stability and buoyancy
guardlines (lifelines) trampolines, nets,
stanchions, hooking points
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4.10
Appendix A
Part II
3.09
5.02
5.01
3.03
3.04.4, 3.05
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CEN
CEN standards (Norms) are developed in Europe by CEN (European
Committee for Standardization – Committée Européen de Normalisation)
which publishes ENs (European Norms) and which works closely with ISO.
In OSR the following are mentioned:EN standard Subject
394,399396
1095
1913-1-3

lifejacket accessories
lifejackets
deck safety harness(also published as ISO 12401)
immersion suits

SpecialRegulation
5.01
5.01
5.02
5.07

ABS
ABS Guide for Building and Classing Offshore Yachts. This Guide toscantlings (construction standards) was originally published by ABS(American Bureau of Shipping) in co-operation with the Offshore Racing
Council. A plan approval service formerly offered by ABS has been
discontinued. However, copies of the Guide are available from the ISAF
office. Designers and builders may provide written statements to confirm
that they have designed and built a yacht in accordance with the original
Guide or ABS-approved derivatives (see OSR Appendix M).
RCD
The RCD (Recreational Craft Directive) is published with the authority of
the EC under which “notified bodies” may approve construction standardsof yachts which may then be entitled to display a CE mark permitting salein the EC (see OSR 3.03 and Appendix M).
SOLAS
The SOLAS (Safety of Life At Sea) Convention is published by IMO(International Maritime Organisation) at which ISAF has Consultative
Status. SOLAS Chapter III, Regulation 3, 10 refers to the LSA (Life Saving
Appliances) Code (published as a separate booklet) to which OSR makes
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LSA Code
Chapter III, 3.1, 3.2,
3.3
Chapter II, 2.2.3
Chapter IV, 4
Chapter II, 2.3
Chapter II, 2.5

Subject
Flares (pyrotechnics)

Special Regulation
4.23

Lifejacket lights
Liferafts
Immersion suits
Thermal protective
aids

5.01
4.20
5.07.1
Appendix A Part II

Addresses
CEN Central Secretariat,
rue de Stassart 36,
B-1050 Brussels,
Belgiumtel +32 2 550 08 11
fax +32 2 550 08 19
www.cenorm.be
ISO Central Secretariat,
1 rue de Varembé,
Case Postale 56,
CH-1211 Genéve 20,
Switzerland
email: central@isocs.iso.ch
tel +41 22 749 01 11
fax + 41 22 733 34 30
www.iso.org
IMO International Maritime Organization,
4 Albert Embankment,
London EC1 7SR,
Great Britain
email: info@imo.org
tel +44 207 735 7611
fax +44 207 587 3210
www.imo.org

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APPENDIX CStandard Inspection Card•••

Please note that this appendix is not comprehensive but only a guide foruse by Race Organisers. Add items as appropriate. A copy of the cardshould be given to the yacht in advance.
PERSON IN CHARGE please prepare the boat and sign the card.
INSPECTORS mark each item with a tick or cross in the check box.
Write an additional report if necessary. Show the card to the person in
charge and return card with report to the Race Committee as soon as
possible.

YACHT_________________________________________
Sail No__________________________
Number of crew this race____________
Liferaft total capacity _________________
IMPORTANT inspection is carried out only as a guide. An inspector cannot
limit or reduce the complete and unlimited responsibility of the owner andthe person in charge.
“I hereby declare that I am the owner or person in charge and that I haveread and understood Special Regulations and in particular 1.02.1, 1.02.2,
and 1.02.3 (Responsibility of Person in Charge)”
SignedPrintedName______________________________________________________________________________________

Date___________________________BELOW DECKSpecialOn one or more berths show theRegs
following:How many safety harness and lines?
Coloured flags in new harness lines?
How many extra safety harness lines?
How many lifejackets?
FoghornFlashlight + spare batteries and bulbs
Hi-powered flashlight/spotlight +appropriate spares
rigging cutters
first aid kit and manual
2 stout buckets
2 fire extinguishers
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5.02
5.02.2
5.02
4.09
4.07.1(b)4.07.1(a)
4.16
4.08
3.23
4.05

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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix C
is keel-stepped mast heel restrained?
3.12
engine permanently installed and3.28.1securely covered?
heavy-weather jib (if not rigged on deck- 4.26.4(b),see below)(f)stowage chart with location of principal
4.12
items of safety equipment
heavy movable objects securely
2.03.2fastened in place?
BELOW DECK also show the following:How many valid liferaft certificate(s)?
4.20
in date liferaft certificate(s)?
4.20
rating certificate(s) signed by owner?
rating certificate(s) expiry date(s)?
radar reflector data sheet (if not 18"
4.10
octahedral) declaring at least 10m2
RCS
charts (not solely electronic)
4.11
Structural requirement conformity
3.03.
Stability requirement conformity
3.04.
406MHz EPIRB - identity number?
4.19
serviced?
4.19
Statement(s) of training completed by
6.01
how many crew?
ON DECK
block companionway hatch shut
3.08.3(b)show retaining device connected to
3.08.4(b)washboard(s)(ii)
show retaining device connected to
3.23.4bilge pump handle(s)rig the storm jib (or if none, the heavy
4.26.4(a),weather jib) with jib sheets ready for(e)use
rig the trysail with sheets ready for use 4.26.4
can trysail be set without removing
mainsail from luff groove or mainsailcars from track?
install equipment for steering without
the rudder - has it been tried?
rig radar reflector at least 4.0m above
the water as it would be usedprepare to demonstrate nav lights bothmain and reserve
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fix shut cockpit lockers as if for heavy
weathercan crew stay clipped on along andacross deck?
are lifelines taut?
show jackstays rigged for use
static safety lines at work stations? how
many?

3.02.14.04.2(b)(ii)
3.14.2
4.04
4.04.2(b)&5.02.5(b)MAN OVERBOARD
date and place of last MoB drill?
6.04.1
how many of this crew has done MoB
6.04.1drill on this boat?
PYROTECHNICS (FLARES)
remove each flare from container and4.23
have laid out for inspection.
red hand flares -how many? All
4.23
SOLAS?
red parachute flares -how many? All
4.23
SOLAS?
white hand flares -how many?
4.23
orange smoke flares -how many? All
4.23
SOLAS?
can crew members describe “”blind””
4.23
how these flares operate?
INSPECTOR’S REPORT TO RACE COMMITTEE
I inspected the above yacht on (date):_______________________
Location: __________________________________________________
Comments:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signed _____________________________________________________
Printed name________________________________________________

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APPENDIX D
For information only
Quickstop and Lifesling
MAN OVERBOARD – QUICK STOP AND THE LIFE SLING(OR SEATTLE SLING)
When a crew member goes over the side recovery time is of the essence.
In an effort to come up with a recovery system that is simple and lightning
quick, the US Yacht Racing Union Safety at Sea Committee, the US Naval
Academy Sailing Squadron, the Cruising Club of America TechnicalCommittee and the Sailing Foundation of Seattle, Washington, joined
forces to conduct extensive research and sea trials. The result of theircollaboration is the “Quick-Stop” method of man-overboard recovery.
The hallmark of this method is the immediate reduction of boat speed byturning to windward and thenmanoeuvring slowly, remaining near
the victim. In most cases, this isbetter than reaching off, then gybing
or tacking and returning on areciprocal course.
QUICK-STOP
1. Shout “man overboard” anddetail a crew member to spot andpoint to the victim’s position in thewater. The spotter should not takehis eyes off the victim (see Figure 1).
2. Provide immediate flotation.
Throw buoyant objects such as
cockpit cushions, life rings and soon. These objects may not only
come to the aid of the victim, but will
“litter the water” where he went
overboard and help your spotter tokeep him in view. Deployment of thepole and flag (dan buoy) requires toomuch time. The pole is saved to “puton top” of the victim in case the initialmanoeuvre is unsuccessful.
3. Bring boat head-to-wind andbeyond (see Figure 1).
4. Allow headsail to back andfurther slow the boat.
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5. Keep turning with headsail backed until wind is abaft the beam.
6. Head on beam-to-broad reach course for two or three lengths then go
nearly dead downwind.
7. Drop the headsail while keeping the mainsail centred (or nearly so).
The jib sheets are not slacked, even during the dousing manoeuvre, tokeep them inside the lifelines.
8. Hold the downward course until victim is abaft the beam.
9. Gybe.
10. Approach the victim on a course of approximately 45 degrees to 60
degrees off the wind.
11. Establish contact with the victim with heaving line or other device. The
Naval Academy uses a “throwing sock” containing
75 feet of light floating line and a bag that can be thrown into the wind
because the line is kept inside the bag and trails out as it sails to the victim.
12. Effect recovery over the windward side.
Quickstop Under Spinnaker
The same procedure is used to accommodate a spinnaker.
Follow the preceding instructions. As the boat comes head-to-wind and thepole is eased to the head stay, the spinnaker halyard is lowered and thesail is gathered on the fore deck. The turn is continued through the tackand the approach phase commences.
Quickstop in Yawls & Ketches
Experiment with your mizzen sail. During sea trials, it was found best to
drop the mizzen as soon as possible during the early phases of QuickStop.
Quickstop Using Engine
Use of the engine is not essential, although it’s advisable to have it runningin neutral, during Quick-Stop in case it is needed in the final approach.
Check first for trailing lines!

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SHORTHANDED CREWS
When there are only two people sailing together and a man-overboard
accident occurs, the remaining crew member may have difficulty inhandling the recovery alone. If the victim has sustained injuries, getting him
back aboard may be almost impossible. The Quick-Stop method is simple
to effect by a singlehander, with only one alteration to the procedure: theaddition of the “Lifesling”, a floating horsecollar device that doubles as ahoisting sling. The Lifesling is attached to the boat by a length of floating
line three or four times the boat’s length.
When a crew member falls overboard the scenario should proceed asfollows:
1. A cushion or other flotation is thrown while the boat is brought
IMMEDIATELY head-to-wind, slowed and stopped.
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2. The Lifesling is deployed by opening the bag on the stern pulpit anddropping the sling into the water. It will trail astern and draw out the line.
Reproduced with the kind permission of US Sailing
Convenient storage bag orcase

Tether mustbe fastened
to a strong
attachmentpoint

150 feet (45m) of 3/8 inch
(9.5mm) polypropylene floating
tether
Built-in pouch for water
activated light

Tether tail covered
with nylon sleevefor UV protection

Buoyancy section provides
20 lbs (9 kg) floatation

Adjusted size of
Loop tomatch freeboard;
attach lifting“D” rings provide easy entry andsecure closure during rescues

3. Once deployed, the boat is sailed in a wide circle around the victim withthe line and sling trailing. The jib is allowed to back from head-to-wind,increasing the rate of turn.

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4. Contact is established with the victim by the line and sling being drawn
inward by the boat’s circling motion. The victim places the sling over hishead and under his arms.
5. Upon contact, the boat is put head-to-wind again, the headsail is
dropped to the deck and the main is doused.
6. As the boat drifts slowly backward, the crew begins pulling the sling andthe victim to the boat. If necessary, a cockpit winch can be used to assist in
this phase, which should continue until the victim is alongside and pulled up
tightly until he is suspended in the sling (so that he will not drop out). But
see following page for advice on a horizontal lift, which is preferable when
there’s a choice.
PARBUCKLE DEVICE
This is an alternative to the hoisting rig. A patent version is known as the
Tri-buckle. Another version is rectangular, like a climbing net. The net, or
triangle of strong porous material, is clipped to the toe rail, the triangle top
or net extremity clipped to a halyard extension. The casualty is manoevredor dragged alongside into the triangle or net then rolled onto the deck byhoisting the halyard.
Hypothermic aftershock may be minimised by this method which keeps thecasualty essentially horizontal.

THE HOISTING RIG
Note: Since the hoisting rig was developed, more evidence hasemphasised the value in keeping a victim horizontal particularly after longor hypothermic immersion. A parbuckle or horizontal lift is highly desirable(see below).
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1. With the floating tether line, haul the victim alongside, preferably on thewindward side, from amidships to the quarter, wherever there are available
cleats and winches.
2. Pull up on the tether line (with winch assistance, if necessary) to get thevictim’s head and shoulders out of the water and cleat it. The victim is now
safe.
3. Attach a three-or four-part tackle to the main halyard, haul it up to apredetermined point, about 10 feet above the deck or high enough so thatthe victim can be hoisted up and over the lifelines. Cleat off the halyard.
4. Attach the lower end of the tackle to the (previously sized) loop in thetether line that passes through the D-rings of the sling.
5. Reeve the running end of the tackle through a sheet block or snatch
block on deck and put it on a cockpit winch. Hoist the victim aboard by
winching it on the running end of the tackle.

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APPENDIX E
Hypothermia
WHAT IS IT?
A condition in which exposure to cold air and/or water lowers body coretemperature. Death can result from too low a brain and heart temperature.
WHY BE CONCERNED?
Hypothermia, even mild cases, decreases crew efficiency and increases
risk of costly accidents. Proper planning against hypothermia can give awinning competitive edge.
PREVENTION• Wear warm clothing and a lifejacket/harness. Have proper foul-weather
kit for all crew. Dry suits are excellent. Insulate all areas of the body,especially the high heat-loss areas: head, neck, armpits, sides of chestand groin. Keep warm and dry, but avoid sweating; wear layered
clothes.
• Rotate watch frequently.
• Get plenty of rest, prevent fatigue.
• Eat and drink normally, no alcohol.
• Prevent dehydration; watch urine colour (drink more if colour becomes
more intense).
• Avoid seasickness.
• Take into account special medical problems of crew members.
• Regularly train crew in Man Overboard recovery.
• Have two or more crew trained in CPR (Cardio-pulmonary
Resuscitation).
SURVIVAL IN COLD WATER (under 75°F, 25°C)• If boat is in trouble, put on dry or survival suits if carried. Radio for
help; give position, number of crew, injuries, boat description. Make
visual distress signals. Stay below if possible. Remain aboard until
sinking is inevitable.
• If going overboard, launch life raft and EPIRB (Emergency Position
Indicating Radio Beacon). Take grab bag, visual distress signals andwaterproof hand-held VHF. Get into raft, stay out of water as water
conducts heat out of the body 20 times faster than air. Remain near boat
if practicable.
• If in the water, crew should stay together near the boat. This makes
everyone easier to find, helps morale. Enter life raft, keep dry suit orsurvival suit on if worn.
• If not wearing dry suit or survival suit, make sure you wear alifejacket, keep clothes and shoes on for some insulation and flotation.
Keep hat on to protect head. Get all or as much of body out of water assoon as possible – into raft or swamped boat or onto flotsam. Avoid
swimming or treading water, which increases heat loss. Minimise
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exposed body surface. A splashguard accessory on the lifejacket greatly
improves resistance to swallowing seawater and also accommodates
involuntary “gasping” when plunged into cold water.
WARNING• First aid for severe and critical hypothermia is to add heat to stabilise
temperature only. Rapid re-warming, such as a hot shower or bath, may
be fatal; it will, at least, cause complications. Allow body to re-warm itself
slowly.
• Body core temperature lags behind skin temperature during re-warming.
Keep victim protected for extended period after apparent full recovery or
medical help arrives. Many hours are required for full return to normal
temperature even though victim says he has recovered.
• Always assume hypothermia is present in all man overboard situations
in which victim has been exposed for more than 10–15 minutes• Victims may also be suffering from near drowning, thus needing oxygen.
Observe for vomiting.
• In a helicopter rescue, protect victim – including the head – from rotor
blast wind chill
HYPOTHERMIA FIRST AID
ALL CASES• Keep victim horizontal• Move victim to dry, shelter and warmth• Allow to urinate from horizontal position• Handle gently• Remove wet clothes – cut off if necessary• Apply mild heat (comfortable to your skin) to head, neck, chest and groin– use hot water bottles, warm moist towels• Cover with blankets or sleeping bag; insulate from cold – including headand neck• Report to Doctor by radio

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HYPOTHERMIA FIRST AIDMILD CASES• Primary task is to prevent further heat loss and allow body to rewarm itself• Give warm, sweet drinks – no alcohol – no caffeine• Apply mild heat source to stabilise temperature and/or• Re-heat to point of perspiring• Keep victim warm and horizontal for several hours
MODERATE CASES• Same as above• Offer sips of warm liquid only if victim is fully conscious and able toswallow without difficulty – no alcohol – no caffeine• Have victim checked by doctor
SEVERE CASES• Obtain medical advice as soon as possible using your radio• Assist victim, but avoid jarring him – rough handling may cause
cardiac arrest or ventricular fibrillation of heart• No food or drink• Observe for vomiting and be prepared to clear airway• Ignore pleas of “Leave me alone, I’m OK” victim is in serious
trouble – keep continuous watch over victim• Lay victim down in bunk, wedge in place, elevate feet, keep
immobile; no exercise• Apply external mild heat to head, neck, chest and groin – keep
temperature from dropping, but avoid too rapid a temperature rise
CRITICAL CASES• Always assume the patient is revivable – hypothermic victims may
look dead don’t give up – pulse very difficult to feel, breathing may
have stopped• Handle with extreme care
• Tilt the head back to open the airway – look, listen and feel forbreathing and pulse for one to two full minutes• If there is any breathing or pulse, no matter how faint or slow, do
not give CPR, but keep a close watch on vital sign changes• Stabilise temperature with available heat sources, such as naked
chest to back warming by other crew member (leave legs alone)• If no breathing or pulse for one or two minutes, begin CPR
immediately. Do not give up until victim is thoroughly warm – alive
or dead.
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RANGES OF HYPOTHERMIA SYMPTOMSMILD CONDITIONS (97-93°F, 36-34°C)• Shivering, cold hands and feet
• Still alert and able to help self
• Numbness in limbs, loss of dexterity, clumsiness• Pain from cold
MODERATE CONDITIONS (93-90°F, 34-32°C)• Same as above• Confusion, loss of time estimation and reasoning
power
SEVERE CONDITIONS (90-82°F, 32-28°C)• Shivering decreases or stops• Further loss of reasoning and recall, confusion,
abnormal behaviour.
• Victim appears drunk; very clumsy, slurs speech,
denies problem and may resist help
• Unable to help themselves• Victim semiconscious to unconscious• Muscular rigidity increasing
CRITICAL CONDITIONS (82°F, 28°C and below)• Unconscious, may look dead
• Little or no apparent breathing• Pulse slow and weak, or no pulse found• Skin cold, may be bluish-grey colour• Very rigid
Note: Most physical symptoms vary with eachindividual and may be unreliable indicators of core
body temperature. Only a low temperature rectal
thermometer gives reliable core temperature (themouth cools too rapidly). In general, as bodytemperature fails, symptoms will increase.
Reproduced by kind permission of US Sailing,Box 209, Newport, RI 02840, USA and Richard
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APPENDIX F
Drogues and Sea Anchors
TERMINOLOGY
The term “drogue” generally means a device dragged from the stern of avessel which continues to make steerage way through the water but at
reduced speed. The term “sea anchor” generally means a device
streamed from the bows of a vessel practically halted in the water by theaction of the sea anchor.
LIFERAFTS
Every liferaft has a sea anchor supplied as part of its equipment. A sea
anchor is critical to the safe use of a liferaft and dramatically reduces the
chance of liferaft capsize. Its secondary function is to limit drift. A sparesea anchor may be carried in a grab bag. Sea anchors in liferafts should
comply with ISO 17339 and the opportunity should be taken at service
intervals to ensure this.
DROGUES ON YACHTS
A number of research programmes have been conducted including one for
the RORC by the Southampton University Wolfson Unit. In tests drogue
deployment repeatedly prevented typical yacht forms from being slewedsideways and rolled in heavy breaking seas.
Deployment of a drogue over the stern means that heavy water will breakover that part of the yacht, so all openings must be properly secured shut.
A “series-drogue” invented by Donald Jordan has the ability to continue toprovide drag even if part of the device is “surfing” under a wave crest.

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SEA ANCHORS ON YACHTS
The most common form of sea anchor for yachts is the “parachute” anchor
developed from aviation parachutes.
Specialist manufacturers haveaccumulated much data to demonstrate the effectiveness of the device
which can enable a vessel to take seas bows-on, reduce drift to the orderof one knot, and resist capsize.

SAILMAKER’S DROGUE
Porous material
possibly vinylcoated polyester(Not to scale)Anti-tangle lines prevent
drogue capsizing into its
own shrouds
Hard eyes

4mm dia. stiffening
wire stitched into hem
Typical Dimension
LWL
Mouth dia (Min)
10m (33ft)
1m (3ft 4ins)
13 m (43ft)
1.3m (4ft 3ins)

Rode(anchor warp)

Slope Length (Min)1.3m (4ft 3ins)
1.7m (4ft 11ins)

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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix G
APPENDIX GTRAINING
Model Training Course Offshore Personal Survival
With acknowledgements to IMO (International Maritime Organisation), AYF(Australian Yachting Federation) and RYA (Royal Yachting Association)
whose publications have been consulted in the preparation of Appendix G.
INTRODUCTION
1
Purpose of the model course. To help provide training under ISAF
Offshore Special Regulation Section 6. The model course is not the onlymeans of providing such training. Other courses meeting the needs ofSection 6 may apply to the appropriate MNA for ISAF Approval (seeIntroduction paragraph 7).
2
Use of the model course. The chief instructor should review theexperience and knowledge of the trainees before the course starts andrevise details of the course plan accordingly. Trainees, who should havepractical offshore sailing experience, should be encouraged to prepare forthe course by familiarising themselves with the topics in Special
Regulations 6.02 and 6.03. See also the reading list in A 4.2. Particularskills (e.g. First Aid or professional medical knowledge) when suitably
documented, may be accepted to excuse a trainee from that part of thecourse.
3
Presentation. The presentation may have to be repeated in various
ways until the instructor is satisfied that the trainees have attained a goodunderstanding of each topic.
4
Evaluation. The final activities on each day are examinations, whichshould be used together with instructors’ continuous assessments toprovide a overall evaluation. The pass mark is to be taken as 60% in eachof the marked units.
5
Implementation. Detailed requirements are given below. Thoroughpreparation is the key to successful implementation of the course.
6
Structure of the model course.
Part A describes the framework for the course, with aims and objectives
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Part B provides an outline of lectures, and practical sessions. A suggested
timetable is included but it is more important that trainees achieve
proficiency in the required skills than that a strict timetable is followed.
Part C sets out the detailed syllabus.
7

ISAF Approved Training Courses and Trainee Certification.

7.1 The status of “ISAF Approved” together with authority to use the ISAF
logo may only be awarded to a training course by an ISAF MNA (Member
National Authority) who must be satisfied that the course delivers training
as required by Special Regulation 6.01. A grant of approved status carries
with it a duty on the MNA to ensure that the course provider continues todeliver appropriate training over the course of time. An annual review may
be appropriate for this purpose. The MNA must remove approved status if
and when it judges this necessary.
7.2 It is not necessary for a training course to follow Appendix G Model
Training Course in order to receive approval as in 7.1 above. The
overriding requirement is that the course must deliver the training requiredby Special Regulation 6.01.
7.2 An MNA which lacks experience in offshore training or for otherreasons needs advice should contact the ISAF Secretariat – Offshore andTechnical Department. The OTAP is appointed by and reports to the ISAF
Offshore Special Regulations sub-committee.
7.3 A sailor holding an in-date “pass” certificate (each has a validity of 5
years) from an ISAF Approved Offshore Personal Survival Course shall be
accepted by a race organiser as having complied with the requirements of
ISAF Offshore Special Regulation 6.01.
7.4 “Pass” certificates issued at an ISAF Approved course shall carry thestatement “ISAF Approved Offshore Personal Survival Course” and may
carry the ISAF logo.
7.5 Unless otherwise stated in the Notice of Race, it is not mandatory thata training course for compliance with SR 6.01 is “ISAF Approved” however
this status is encouraged wherever possible.
Part A Framework
A1 Class Size The maximum recommended class size is 20. Whensmaller work groups are established, this will allow for about four in eachgroup. A suggested minimum number for the class would be ten.
Otherwise it is difficult to promote discussion in smaller work groups.
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A2 Instructors should have:• wide experience of offshore sailing including sailing in severe
weather• a thorough knowledge of the course material• a thorough knowledge of the requirements of the ISAF Offshore
Special Regulations• a good understanding of teaching methods
A3 Facilities and equipment
A 3.1
A suitable classroom is required with desks or tables andchairs. It should be possible to move the furniture around so that a varietyof room arrangements can be used. Ideally, extra rooms will be available
for when the class is split into groups, since each group should have aseparate space in which to work.
A 3.2 The main room should be provided with the following equipment:• a whiteboard or blackboard• a flip chart• writing materials for trainees• an overhead projector (OHP) for transparencies• a computer projector (with additional sound channel if not integral)• a video tape player compatible with the computer projector• a PC or laptop with CD-ROM drive, all compatible with thecomputer projector• a reflective screen designed for use with the computer projector• adequate electric sockets located so that the equipment can bepositioned safely.
A 3.3 Group rooms should be provided with a table and chairs and someform of board and writing materials.
A 3.4 A video camera may be useful and should be compatible with thecomputer projector or alternatively must produce video tapes
compatible with the video tape player.
A 3.5 A warm-water swimming pool with all appropriate safety equipment,
personnel and facilities making it suitable for demonstration andtraining with lifejackets and liferafts. A wave-generator may provide
added realism.
A 3.6 An outdoor location with appropriate safety equipment, personnel andfacilities making it suitable for demonstration and training withpyrotechnics and fire extinguishers.
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A4 Recommended Reference and Display Material
This section will be updated as information is submitted from MNA's.
Course providers are encouraged to refer to materials relevant totheir own areas of operation.
A 4.1 For the Instructors
Printed Material• ISAF Offshore Special Regulations complete with separately-printed
Appendices A2 (Liferafts) and G (the present document)• ISAF RRS (The Racing Rules of Sailing)• International Regulations for the Prevention of Collision at Sea• Admiralty Summary of Notices to Mariners (NP 247)
• IAMSAR (International Aeronautical and Maritime Search andRescue) manual, or manual for small craft (in preparation)• ALRS (Admiralty List of Radio Signals) Volume 5 GMDSS (NP 285)
• SOLAS (Safety of Life At Sea Convention) Consolidated Edition• International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code• Appropriate ISAF MNA Training Booklet or if none, at least one of• RYA Practical Course Notes on Sea Survival• AYF equivalent• US Sailing Equivalent
Video Tapes
A Highway of Low Pressure
CD-ROMs
COSPAS-SARSAT
A 4.2 For the Trainees
A 4.2.1 Possession of:• ISAF Offshore Special Regulations• ISAF RRS (The Racing Rules of Sailing)• International Regulations for the Prevention of Collision at Sea• Admiralty Summary of Notices to Mariners (NP 247)
• IAMSAR (International Aeronautical and Maritime Search andRescue) manual, or manual for small craft (in preparation).
• First Aid at Sea (Justins and Berry, published Adlard Coles) or
equivalent• Appropriate ISAF Member National Authority Training Booklet or if
none, at least one of• RYA Practical Course Notes on Sea Survival• AYF equivalent• US Sailing Equivalent
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A 4.2.2 Knowledge of:• ALRS (Admiralty List of Radio Signals) Volume 5 GMDSS (NP 285)
• SOLAS (Safety of Life At Sea Convention) Consolidated Edition• International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code• International Medical Guide for Ships (WHO, World Health
A 4.2.3 Recommended further study:• The Offshore Special Regulations Handbook by Alan Green(Adlard Coles)• The Grab Bag Book (F & M Howorth, Adlard Coles)• Instant Weather Forecasting (A Watts, Adlard Coles)• Heavy Weather Sailing (A Coles & P Bruce, Adlard Coles)• Essentials of Sea Survival (F Golden and M Tipton, Human Kinetics)
Part C Detailed Syllabus
paragraph numbers refer to session numbers in Part B
Session 1 Introduction
1.0 The instructor gives an overview of the course and administrative
arrangements, and explains the assessment and exam procedures.
If the course has ISAF Approval (see introduction paragraph 7) the
certificate will be so endorsed. The instructor should also deliver a
final course timetable.
1.1 The importance of training both in formal sessions and also as part of
the routine in running a sailing yacht.
1.2 The importance of a “safety ethos”
1.3 The crew brief including safety equipment, stowage details,
emergency procedures, responsibilities and how to send a Mayday
call and use EPIRB and flares in case the skipper and key crew
members are incapacitated. Show stowage chart required in Special
Regulations: crew experience and fitness must be adequate
1.4 Responsibility of person in charge for safe conduct of vessel andoversight and direction of crew actions. Responsibility of crew
members for their own safety and in the discharge of their duties, tocontribute to the safety of the vessel and the rest of the crew.
Session 2 Care and maintenance of safety and other equipment
2.1 Routine to check, service, clean, dry, fit and adjust to wearer, andcorrectly store safety equipment. Give examples eg safety harness,
inflatable lifejackets, liferafts etc.
2.2 Checks to continue under way including eg rigging (pins in place andundistorted, wires not fractured, running rigging not unduly chafed,shackles seized when appropriate), seacocks, stern gland, toilet
plumbing, etc.
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2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6

Availability of reserve navigation lights and general spares.
Marking of floating equipment with vessel name.
Check and overhaul dan buoy, jon buoy, MoB modules, lifeslings etc.
Understand that dormant water or dirt in a fuel tank may be kicked up
and taken into the engine in very rough weather - ensure that engine
oil and fuel filler caps etc are kept clean and secure.

Session 3 Storm sails
3.1 Storm and heavy-weather sails including those on board thetrainee’s boat.
3.2 How are they set?
3.3 Where are they stowed?
3.4 importance of practicing from time to time even in light weather.
3.5 Understand the changed pressures on the rig when using reduced
sail in very heavy weather.
3.6 Dangers of heavy water breaking over the boat and carrying away
poorly-stowed sails and sails set too low down.
3.7 Danger of heavy metal shackles in storm sails
3.8 Importance of bright colour in storm sails.
3.9 Value (in some boats) of lashing down the main boom in heavy
weather and setting a trysail without the boom.
Session 4 Damage Control and Repair
4.1 Plan to minimise damage in forthcoming heavy weather
4.2 Remedial action including use of spare materials and tools to cope
with:.1
loss of rudder/steering.2
loss of mast.3
flooding due to (a) collision damage forward, (b) amidships, (c)aft,(d) seacock failure.4
stranding.5
severe weather damage eg (a) hatch ripped off, (b) coachroof
split.6
loss of keel and/or capsize.7
collision with another vessel, a submerged object (egcontainer), sea life, etc.
Session 5 Heavy Weather – crew routines, boat handling, drogues
5.1 Detailed examination of risks, solutions and contingency plansincluding crew routines for:.1
general working in exposed positions – hooking on before
leaving hatchway, remaining hooked on at all times (dualhooking), telling someone when going forward, when lifejackets
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.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7

and harnesses shall be worn, value of personal EPIRBs (PLBs)
especially with on-board D/Fpreparation for rough weather – secure stowage for moving
items.
ensure jackstays riggedrough weather operations
severe weather strategies
galley operations lee strops, preparing hot food in thermos
containers in advance of heavy weather
importance of high visibility of yacht in heavy seaway: display oforange surface, use of white light or strobe light on deck or inrig (also of use on a dull day) consider flying radar reflector if
robust type.

5.2

boat handling in a seaway noting in particular helming techniquesand effect of conditions on boat and crew taking into account:.1
strength of wind.2
duration of high wind.3
length of fetch.4
wave pattern.5
definition of wave height and length including
assessment methods.6
wave refraction.7
multiple wave patterns.8waves in tidal/current conditions.9
predicting dangerous wave conditions.10 angle of boat to a seaway and to individual waves.11 early sail changes, sail change procedures, knowing the boat
and its characteristics and tendencies.12 heaving-to.13 assessing options eg to stand off or cross a barred entrance

5.3

Effect of a drogue on a boat in severe weather

Session 6 Man overboard prevention and recovery
6.1 Prevention.1
lifelines to be maintained in accordance with Special
Regulations.2
harness to be clipped on at night and in rough weather (seeC5.1.1).3
drawback of plain harness hooks.4
harness crotch straps prevent “slip-out”.5
use the sea toilet in bad weather not the stern
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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix G.6encourage the use of shorter safety line and in particular lines
with mid-line clips as being most adaptable (highlighting issues
with being towed in the water at speed while in a harness andhow a shorter line (less than 1m) both aids recovery andreduces potential risk particularly on high performance boats)

6.2

Recovery.1well-drilled routine (see Special Regulations Appendix D).2“Mayday” on radio is valid if necessary.3
quickly accessible hoisting rig.4value of horizontal lift and retention of horizontal position.5
procedure and team ready to re-clothe, re-warm and checkrecovered person for injury, advising shore if necessary.6
use of whistle, SOLAS-type lifejacket light, strobe light.

6.3

Search Patterns.1
Explain the most common standard search patterns for findinga lost MOB (Expanding Square Search, Creeping Line, Parallel
Search and Sector Search).2
Navigation consideration (establishing a datum and then what
affects the position of the MOB relative to the boat and theground).3
Importance of search lights, the use of PLB and high visibility
clothing

Session 7 Giving Assistance to other craft
7.1 Legal and rules requirements.1
SOLAS obligations apply to all ships on all voyages**.2
Racing Rules of Sailing**.3
moral imperative.4
communications obligations**.5
log-keeping obligations****see supplement one (below)
7.2

7.3
7.4

manoeuvring close to a vessel sinking.1keep other vessel and shore informed.2
be prepared to recover personnel from the water or a liferaft.3
tactics if other vessel is on fireunderstand that another yacht may be the only source of help.
towing and being towed

Session 8 Hypothermia
8.1 Actively counter its development by wearing proper protective
clothing
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8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5

Know the symptoms- shivering, irritability, lethargy, stumbling, slurredspeech, loss of memory, victim feels cold, looks pale, breathing slow,
pulse weak, leading to collapse and unconsciousness.
treatment - see First Aid at Sea by Justins and Berry or othertextbook
do not – give alcohol, rub the skin to warm, or give up resuscitation.
value of immersion suits, thermal protective aids (TPA's)

Session 9 SAR organisation and methods
9.1 with regard to the SAR authorities in the areas sailed, know:.2
their landline number to advise them of passage planning if
appropriate.3
how to call them in emergency.4what facilities they have (and don’t have).5
if helicopters are in use, know the sea-rescue system (hi-line,
basket pick-up, winchman bridle, etc.) and whether a pick-up
from a deck, in the water, or in a liferaft is preferred.6know what radio frequency to expect to use for direct contact.7know what fixed-wing aircraft may be deployed.8
understand fixed-wing search patterns, signal flares.9
have a knowledge of global SAR organisation.10 how to cope with rescue attempts from passing ships.11 knowledge of new IAMSAR for small craft
Session 10
Weather Forecasting
10.1 sources of weather forecasts
10.2 terms and definitions and their exact meaning
10.3 Beaufort wind scale compared with mph (statute miles per hour) andspeed in knots (nautical miles per hour), and sea state scale. Knowthat wind gusts may exceed forecast speeds by 40% or more andwave height may exceed forecast height by 87% or more
10.4 logging own weather observations of cloud, wind, sea, barometer,
sea temperature (sometimes critical) and air temperature, etc.:
making own deductions
10.5 be prepared for local abnormalities
Session 11
Liferafts and Lifejackets (theory)
11.1
Liferafts (theory)
11.1.2knowledge of liferaft standards: SOLAS, ISAF Appendix A Part
II and ORC and ISO 9650 Part 1 Type 1 Group A plus OSR
requirements.
11.1.3stowage, care and servicing of liferafts
11.1.4liferaft emergency packs
11.1.5grab bag contents and application
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11.1.611.1.711.1.811.1.911.1.1011.1.1111.1.1211.1.13
11.1.14

two key elements in combating liferaft capsize – drogue, ballast
water pockets
the capsize mechanism and the re-righting
procedure
when and how to launch a liferaft
protecting a liferaft in the minimum time it is alongside after
launchboarding a liferaft if possible dry: use of dry suits if possible
boarding a liferaft from the water: importance of boarding ramp
and grab lines
crew organisation both before boarding and within liferaft::signalling for help, watchkeeping, damage repair, medical,
water, food, keeping up morale, psychology of survival.
knowledge of physiological shock of cold water andhypothermia (see session 8) and its effect on humanperformance in tasks like liferaft operation and survival.
use of SART (optional in grab bag).

Session 11.2 Lifejackets (theory)
11.2.1
Understand the terminology in your part of the world: know thedifference between a 150N lifejacket (or equivalent title)
capable of turning over an unconscious person in the water tothe face-up position within 30 seconds, and a lesser device
which may only aid buoyancy.
11.2.2
Understand the accessories required in Special Regulations:whistle, marine-grade retro-reflective material, yacht’s orwearer’s name11.2.3
Understand the accessories and attributes recommended inSpecial Regulations: light in accordance with the SOLAS LSA
code, compliance with EN376 (ISO 12402) or near equivalent,crotch strap, splash guard
11.2.3Know the relative merits and methods of use of all-inflatablebuoyancy and part-fixed, part-inflatable, automatic inflation, gas
inflation on demand, mouth-only inflation.
11.2.3Know the importance of a good fit, lifejacket organised for quick
donning, compatibility with harness.
Session 12
Exam (1)This exam is one of two. Time for answering questions -about 15 minutes,
with 5 minutes for marking after swapping the papers amongst the class.
Questions should be set to be answered quickly, eg multiple-choice, with atleast two questions needing some narrative or listing. Overall assessment
for the course will be a combination of the two exams plus the tutors’
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assessments during class and practical work. (See introduction paragraph4)
Session 13
Liferafts and Lifejackets (practical).1 a pool with a wave-making facility will add realism.2 trainees to don shirt and trousers plus oilskins and to try swimming
first without, then with 150N lifejackets. Majority of exercises withall trainees wearing 150N lifejackets.
.3 inflate a liferaft and transfer a full complement into the raft (a) fromthe poolside (b) from the water (show difference between boardingwith ramp and without): paddle the liferaft for a distance.
.4 capsize a liferaft and have each trainee right the raft whilst
swimming.5 trainees to haul into a raft one survivor who plays helpless.6 In fully-loaded raft trainees to check out all equipment, includingthat in grab bag, deploying or using everything including food andwater.
.7 trainee to attempt heliograph signalling (using spotlight in roof)
from liferaft (more difficult if in wave-making pool).
.8 trainees to operate WT VHF hand-held and WT hand-held GPS
talking to instructor as if a rescue vessel.
.9 trainees to try lifejackets both with and without crotch straps inplace.
.10 each trainee to experience use of the splashguard in wave
conditions.
.11 group to investigate ability of lifejacket to self-right.
.12 forming circle in water to aid visibility/morale – HELP/Huddle
techniques.13 towing an unconscious person.14 assistance using throwing line to recover nearby survivor.15 the opportunity of using the pool may be taken to demonstrate
MOB modules, Lifeslings, lifebuoys etc.
.16 if a darkened pool is available, demonstrate retro-reflective tape.
.17 trainees who depend on spectacles may consider having anindestructible pair as part of their personal survival kit.
Sessions 14/15 Fire precautions and fire fighting (theory andpractical).1 fire theory.2 most common causes of fire in small craft.3 prevention.4 equipment – fire extinguishers, fire blankets, services, tested,maintained, fit for purpose. Advantages/ disadvantages of various
types of extinguisher.
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Sessions 16/17 Communications
equipment(VHF,
GMDSS,
satcomms)(theory and practical).1 VHF main installations and hand-helds.
.2 Special Regulations requirements for VHF 25W output, mastheadantenna, emergency antenna.
.3 SSB (knowledge of email and other services via some shore
stations, daily cruising yacht schedules, etc.).
.4 Satcoms: A, B, C, D and M. Non-INMARSAT types (eg Iridium).
.5 Terrestrial cellphones. Limitations.
.6 GMDSS, DSC, AIS.
.7 Aviation VHF and its use in SAR.
.8 Obligation to log communications connected with distressworking****see Supplement below
Sessions 18/19 Pyrotechnics and EPIRBs (theory and practical).1 pyrotechnics required in Special Regulations: hand flares,
parachute flares, smoke signals. Usage, precautions, range ofvisibility, duration, behaviour in high winds, altitude of parachuteflares and avoiding conflict with aircraft, different operating
mechanisms.
.2 stowage of pyrotechnics including some for ready use.
.3 use of white flares.4 understand the operation of the 406 MHz EPIRB and its ancillary
121.5 beacon; the phasing out of 121.5 MHz as a distress alert
system but its use in local area homing by SAR units and yachts
with special-purpose D/F receivers on board in conjunction with
PLB’s.
.5 understand the operation of ARGOS-type beacons.
.6 understand the integration of distress beacons in the GMDSS
framework.
.7 Draw attention to Inmarsat Safety Services’ web link:
www.inmarsat.com/safety which contains a wealth of information
about maritime safety and security – including reception ofmaritime safety information via Inmarsat C or mini-C. It is usefulfor more than GMDSS alone.
Session 20
Exam (2)This exam is one of two. Time for answering questions -about 15 minutes,
with 5 minutes for marking after swapping the papers amongst the class. .
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least two questions needing some narrative or listing. Overall assessment
for the course will be a combination of the two exams plus the tutors’
assessments during class and practical work. (See Introduction paragraph
4 for marking details).
Supplement One
1 The Racing Rules of Sailing state:“1 SAFETY
1.1 Helping Those in Danger
A boat or competitor shall give all possible help to any person or vessel indanger”
2 SOLAS Convention Chapter V
Regulation 33 (replaces old Regulation 10) states:“The master of a ship at sea which is in a position to be able to provide
assistance, on receiving a signal from any source that persons are in
distress at sea, is bound to proceed with all speed to their assistance, if
possible informing them or the SAR service that the ship is doing so. If theship receiving the distress alert is unable or, in the special circumstances of
the case, considers it unreasonable or unnecessary to proceed to theirassistance, the master must enter in the log-book the reason for failing toproceed to the assistance of the persons in distress and, taking into
account the recommendations of the Organization++, inform theappropriate SAR service accordingly.
++Refer to the immediate action to be taken by each ship on receipt of a
distress message in the IAMSAR Manual, as it may be amended.”Reference to the original text and its context is strongly
recommended.
3 Annual Summary of Admiralty Notices to Mariners NP 247 Section 4
Paragraph 1 states:“The radio watch on the international distress frequencies, which certainclasses of ships are required to keep when as sea, is one of the mostimportant factors in the arrangements for the rescue of people in distress atsea, and every ship should make its contribution to safety by guarding one
or more of these distress frequencies for as long as is practicable whether
or not required to do so by regulation.”

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SessionSR

1Introduction
6.02.0 Training topics for theoretical sessions
6.02.1 care and maintenance of safety equipment
6.02 2 storm sails
6.02.3 damage control and repair
6.02.4 "heavy weather – crew routines, boat handling, drogues"
break
6.02.5 man overboard prevention and recovery
6.02.6 giving assistance to other craft
6.02.7 hypothermia
break
6.02.8 SAR organisation and methods
6.02.9 weather forecasting.
6.03.0 Training topics to include practical, hand-on sessions
6.03.1 liferafts and lifejackets (theory)
exam

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liferafts and lifejackets (practical)
break
6.03.2 fire precautions and fire fighting (theory)
6.03.2 fire precautions and fire fighting (practical)
6.03 3 communications equipment"(VHF, GMDSS, satcomms. etc- theory)"
6.03.3 communications equipment"(VHF, GMDSS, satcomms. etc- practice)"break
6.03.4 pyrotechnics and EPIRBs (theory)
6.03.4 pyrotechnics and EPIRBs (practical)
exam

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start stop

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02:05

net total tuition including breaks
net tuition
net breaks

08:05

03:25
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ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix G
Part D -Guidelines for an Offshore Personal Survival Refresher
CourseFor sailors whose certificates have expired, a refresher training course ofabout 8 hours training may be arranged. It should contain these sessions:
Session 1 (1 hr)

Update on recent changes in Offshore Special
Regulations, national relevant documents or any
other changes of importanceSession 2 (1 hr)

Update on new safety equipment

Session 3 (1 hr)

Update on recent lessons learned from fatal
accidents and incidents in offshore races

Session 4 (1 hr)

Update on national/regional changes in Maritime
Search and Rescue organisations, resources,
locations etc as well as in relevant meteorologicalservices

Session 5 (2 hrs)

In water training with life vests, liferafts, lifeslings etc

Session 6 (1½ hrs)

Medical and/or fire-fighting training as appropriate
regarding national regulations.

Session 7 (½ hr)

Written exam

Detailed contents are to be developed by the appropriate Member National
Authority. After the course has been passed with accepted written exam, a
new certificate for another five year period may be issued.

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APPENDIX H
ISAF Code for the Organisation of Oceanic Races
An Oceanic Race is defined as any Offshore race over 800 miles.
1. Organisers of Oceanic Races should consult with the SAR (Search andRescue) authorities through whose areas a race is proposed to pass.
Topics to be considered should among others be;• Mutual responsibilities• Resources• Satellite communications coverage• Position reporting systems• Safety equipment on board• Lessons learned from recent events• Exchange of communication addresses, phone numbers etc
2. A Risk Analysis should be made, covering topics like;• Meteorological conditions (icebergs, major currents, fogbanks, eddiesetc)• Commercial traffic, separation zones etc• Stability requirements• SAR assets and coverage• Piracy and other security matters etc
3. Environmental aspects as wild life protective zones should beconsidered.
4. A Notice to Mariners about the race should be produced, usually incooperation with the organizers national authorities.
5. An Organization Chart shall be established with key appointments likethe Race Director (when applicable), Chairman of the Race Committee,
Principal Race Officer, Safety Officers, Medical Officer, media personnel
etc.
6. The Race Organizer should from the participating boats require;• Crew lists with names, nationalities, contact details, PLB data andtelephone numbers to next of kin• For all boats all data that is registered for radio and data
communications like call signs, Maritime Mobile Service
Identity(MMSI), EPIRBs etc• Boat details and descriptions (including electronic pictures)
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7. A Race Control Centre should be organized with Duty Officer 24/7. The
watch roster should include relevant means to reinforce the working
capacity. It may be appropriate to arrange a training course for the duty
officers before the race, including potential incident scenarios. A visit forskippers and navigators to the Race Control Centre may be arranged
before the start of major long races, if possible also to appropriate Maritime
Rescue Co-Ordination Centres (MRCC).
At the Race Control Centre a Log Book should be maintained. A format fordaily situation reports (sitreps) should be developed. A Voice recordershould be available to record radio communications and crisis
management.
8. A Safety Information Package about the race, boat descriptions anddetails (including electronic pictures), safety equipment, radio
communication and medical resources, key personnel at the Race Control
etc should be distributed to participating boats as well as the appropriate
MRCC´s.
9. A Crisis Management Group should be organized with the Chairmanof the Race Committee, the Safety officer, Medical officer and others as
relevant. The team should include media and legal representatives from theorganizing body.
10. A Crisis Support Group with psychologists, medical and clericalpersonnel should be available for major incidents, both for immediate
support to crews and dependants as well as for crew debriefings at laterstages. This may be arranged by the Race Committee or the authorities
controlling the area.
11. There may occur incidents that are significant, but still not that seriousthat MRCC and SAR units will get engaged. For such incidents the Race
Organizer should consider to maintain a network of contacts and resources
across the racing area to be able to support with towing, transport ofequipment etc.
12. The organizer shall produce a Safety Contingency Plan, including
typical series of actions at accidents as derived from the Risk Analysis.
One topic to be covered is when and how to contact dependants, sponsors
etc at various stages of lost contact, requests for assistance or emergency
calls.
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13. All yachts shall be equipped to standards which at least comply withthe relevant level of Special Regulations as adopted by ISAF. Additional
requirements may be prescribed, like additional radio and medical
equipment.
14. In accordance with Special Regulations, an adequate number of crew
members on each yacht shall have Survival Training. Apart from the basic
requirements for ISAF Personal Survival Course as stipulated in Spec
Regs Annex G, the Race organizer can also prescribe ;• What level of sailing together in the actual boat that may be required• Which practical training sequences that shall be required to by thecrew to be performed, like MOB drills, helicopter evacuations etc.
15. A Safety Check should be performed before the start, it should
include;- Safety equipment- Appropriate certificates for radio and satellite communication equipment- Check of individual and collective training- Endurance capacity and redundancy of capabilities characteristic for
oceanic races like water provision, medical training etc
The full responsibility for safety however always remains with the Person in
Charge.
16. A Positioning Reporting system should be available, linked to theofficial race webpage.
17. Meteorological services may be allowed to be downloaded frompublic meteorological centres or may be centrally provided from the Race
Organizer to reduce satcom costs.
18. Races shall be conducted in compliance with the ISAF Racing Rules of
Sailing and the COLREGS, whenever it is appropriate for these rules andregulations to be applied. Special attention should be given to traffic
separation zones and to give way to commercial traffic.
19. A race organizer when appropriate should, in addition to supplying therelevant SAR authorities of the event, also supply;- a Telemedical Service Assistance Service (TMAS) or inform a TMAS
that the organizers have available on demand the following;- for each boat:• a list of medicines and medical equipment• details of any TMAS or private medical service arranged by the boat
• for each crew member:
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members fit for entry (when applicable)• name and contact details of the crew members home physician• methods for gaining quick access to medical records if necessary• details of first aid and medical training received
20. The Notice of Race may include ;• Insurance requirements• Which individual and collective training that is required• What meteorological data and forecasts that will be allowed• Other matters as appropriate
21. The Sailing Instructions may include instructions;• To continuously monitor VHF Channel 16• To have the AIS active at all times or to activate the AIS in reduced
visibility and passages with extensive commercial traffic• For any other safety matters as appropriate
22 A Lessons Learned meeting about safety issues should be arranged
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APPENDIX JCATEGORY 5 SPECIAL REGULATIONS
for inshore races
Category 5 Special Regulations are intended for use in short races, close
to shore in relatively warm and protected waters where adequate shelter
and/or effective rescue is available all along the course, held in daylight
only.
With the exception of recommended item 3.14 pulpits etc. for which see themain body of Special Regulations, all the items relevant to Category 5 areshown in Appendix J.
Category 5 - Part A Basic
The following regulations shall be observed:Regulation
Item
1.02
Responsibility of Person in Charge
The safety of a yacht and her crew is the sole andinescapable responsibility of the person in charge whomust do his best to ensure that the yacht is fully found,thoroughly seaworthy and manned by an experienced
crew who have undergone appropriate training and are
physically fit to face bad weather. He must be satisfied
as to the soundness of hull, spars, rigging, sails and all
gear. He must ensure that all safety equipment isproperly maintained and stowed and that the crew know
where it is kept and how it is to be used.
2.03. suitability of equipment
1
All equipment required by Special Regulations shall:a) function properlyb) be regularly checked, cleaned and servicedc) when not in use be stowed in conditions in which
deterioration is minimisedd) be readily accessiblee) be of a type, size and capacity suitable and adequate
for the intended use and size of the yacht.
3.08
hatches & companionways
3.08.1 No hatch forward of the maximum beam station
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3.08.2 A hatch fitted forward of the maximum beam
station, located on the side of the coachroof, opening
into the interior of the boat ,and of area greater than
0.071m2 shall comply with ISO12216 design category
A and and be clearly labelled and used in accordancewith the following instruction: “NOT TO BE OPENEDAT SEA” Attention is drawn to SR 3.02.1
3.08.3 A hatch shall be:a) permanently attachedb) capable of being firmly shut immediately, andremaining firmly shut in a 180 degree capsize(inversion)c) and on monohulls so arranged as to be above thewater when the hull is heeled 90 degrees. Hatches
over lockers that open to the interior of the vessel shallbe included in this requirement. A yacht may have amaximum of four (two on each side of centerline)
hatches that do not conform to this requirement,
provided that the opening of each is less than 0.071 sq
m (110 sq in). Effective for boats of a series begun
after January 1, 2009, a written statement signed by
the designer or other person who performed thedownflooding analysis shall be carried on board. For
purposes of this rule the vessel’s displacement
condition for the analysis shall be the Light Craft
Condition LCC (in conformity with 6.3 of the EN ISO
8666 standard and 3.5.1 of the EN ISO12217-2
standard). (Monohulls Only)
3.08.4 A companionway hatch shall:(a) be fitted with a strong securing arrangement whichshall be operable from the exterior and interior
including when the yacht is inverted(b) have any blocking devices:
i capable of being retained in position with the hatch
open or shutii whether or not in position in the hatchway, secured to
the yacht (e.g. by lanyard) for the duration of the race,
to prevent their being lost overboard
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3.09

3.08.5 On monohulls if the companionway extends
below the local sheerline and the boat has a cockpit
opening aft to the sea the boat shall comply with oneof the following:a) the companionway sill shall not extend below the local
sheerline. Orb) be in full compliance with all aspects of ISO 11812 todesign category A
3.08.6 On monohulls with a cockpit closed aft to the sea
where the companionway hatch extends below the
local sheerline, the companionway shall be capable ofbeing blocked off up to the level of the local sheerline,
provided that the companionway hatch shall continue
to give access to the interior with the blocking devices(e.g. washboards) in place
3.08.7 On multihulls the companionway hatch extending
below the local sheerline and shall comply with either(a) or (b):(a) be capable of being blocked off up to the level of thelocal sheerline, whilst giving access to the interior withthe blocking devices (e.g. washboards) in place with aminimum sill height of 300 mm.
(b) A companionway hatch shall be in compliance with
ISO 11812 – Watertight cockpits and quick-draining
cockpits to design category B
cockpits
3.09.1 cockpits shall be structurally strong, self-draining
quickly by gravity at all angles of heel and permanently
incorporated as an integral part of the hull.
3.09.2 cockpits must be essentially watertight, that is, allopenings to the hull must be capable of being strongly
and rigidly secured
3.09.3 a bilge pump outlet pipe or pipes shall not be
connected to a cockpit drain
3.09.4 A cockpit sole shall be at least 2% LWL above
LWL (or in IMS yachts first launched before 1/03, atleast 2% L above LWL)
3.09.5 a bow, lateral, central or stern well shall beconsidered a cockpit for the purposes of 3.09
3.09.6 In cockpits opening aft to the sea structural
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4.01.
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3.09.7 Cockpit volumei) age or series date before 4/92:the total volume of all cockpits below lowest coamings
shall not exceed 9% (LWL x maximum beam x
freeboard abreast the cockpit).
ii) age or series date 4/92 and after:as in (i) above except that "lowest coamings" shall notinclude any aft of the FA station and no extension of a
cockpit aft of the working deck shall be included in
calculation of cockpit volumeiii)
IMS-rated boats may use instead instead of LWL,
maximum beam, freeboard abreast the cockpit; theIMS terms L, B and FA.
Cockpit drains
Cockpit drain cross section area (after allowance forscreens if fitted) shall be:i) in yachts with earliest of age or series date before 1/72
or in any yacht under 8.5m (28ft) LOA - at least that of2 x 25mm (one inch) unobstructed openings orequivalentii) in yachts with earliest of age or series date 1/72 andlater - at least that of 4 x 20mm (3/4 inch)
unobstructed openings or equivalent
sail numbers
Yachts which are not in an ISAF International Class or
Recognized Class shall comply with RRS 77 and RRS
Appendix G as closely as possible, except that sailnumbers allotted by a State authority are acceptable

Category 5 - Part B Portable Equipment
The following shall be provided:Regulation Item
3.23.5 (e)one manual bilge pump
3.23.5 (f)one bucket of stout construction with at least 9 litres(2 UK gallons, 2.4 US gallons) capacity plus alanyard
3.24.1 (b)one compass (a hand-held is acceptable)
4.05.1one fire extinguisher required if electrical system,engine or stove on board
4.06.1
one anchor
4.17
yacht’s name on buoyant equipment
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4.22.1 (a)4.24
5.01.1

a lifebuoy with a drogue, or a lifesling without adrogue. Marine grade retro-reflective tape shall befitted.
a heaving line shall be provided of length 15m-25m(50ft-75ft) readily accessible to the cockpit or helm
each crew member shall have a lifejacket as follows:(a) equipped with a whistle(b) fitted with marine grade retro-reflective tape(d) if inflatable, regularly checked for air retention(e) clearly marked with yacht’s or wearer’s nameCategory 5 - Part C Recommendations
Regulation Item
3.14
pulpits, stanchions, lifelines-see main text of Special Regulations 3.14 etc.
4.01.2
sail numbers for display when sails are down
4.07.1 (a)a flashlight
4.08.2a first aid kit
4.11.1a waterproof chart
4.13
an echo sounder or lead line
4.16
tools and spare parts
4.24
a “throwing sock” type of heaving line - seeAppendix D
4.26.9mainsail reefing to reduce the luff by at least 60%, ora storm trysail as in 4.26.6.
5.01.2
lifejacket equipment or attribute:(a) a lifejacket light in accordance with SOLAS LSA
code 2.2.3 (white, >0.75 candelas, > 8 hours)(b) at least 150N buoyancy, arranged to securely
suspend an unconscious man face upwards atapproximately 45 degrees to the water surface, in
accordance with EN396 (ISO 12402) or nearequivalent(c) a crotch strap or thigh straps(d) a splashguard: see EN394.
(e) if inflatable, supplied with a compressed gas
inflation system

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APPENDIX K
Moveable and Variable Ballast
Notwithstanding the maximum length limit of 24m in the standard, thisAppendix invokes International Standard ISO 12217-2, Small craft –Stability and buoyancy assessment and categorization – Part 2: Sailingboats of hull length greater than or equal to 6m. The functions KFR(Knockdown Recovery Factor) and FIR (Inversion Recovery Factor) aredefined in ISO 12217-2, except as modified by this Appendix.
This Appendix applies to Monohull Yachts only. Unless specifically stated,
a requirement applies to Special Regulations Categories 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
This Appendix does not apply to boats racing under Category 5.
1
1.1

Stability
Boat Condition
In the calculation of stability data:(a) Deck and other enclosed volume above the sheerline andcockpit volume shall be taken into account.
(b) Mass shall be taken as Minimum Operating Mass as defined by
ISO 12217-2, paragraph 3.5.3.

1.2

General Standards
In the assessment of ISO category for yachts fitted with moveable
and/or variable ballast, ISO 12217-2, paragraph 6.1.4 b) shall not
apply. Boats shall comply with paragraphs 6.2.3, 6.3.1 and 6.4.
Calculations shall be for the ballast condition that results in the mostadverse result when considering each individual stability
requirement. ISO 12217-2 Annex C, paragraph C.3.3, first sentence,
the word ‘may’ is replaced with ‘shall’. ISO 12217-2 Annex C,
paragraph C.3.4 shall not be used in the calculation of righting lever.

1.3

Knockdown Recovery
Boats with moveable/variable ballast shall comply with the following
minimum values of Knockdown Recovery Factor (FKR) calculated inaccordance with ISO 12217-2 paragraph 6.4.4 with the modificationthat the reference to ISO 8666 paragraph 5.5.2 changed toincorporate actual mainsail area and centre of effort. The lesser of
FKR90 and FKR-90 shall be used:
SR Category
FKR

0
1.0

1, 2
0.9

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Boats with age date prior to 11/04 may seek dispensation from thissection 1.3 by application to ISAF.
1.4

Capsize Recovery
For boats racing under Special Regulations Category 0, Regulation
3.04.1 is modified to read:
3.04.1 Either with, or without, reasonable intervention from thecrew, a yacht shall be capable of self-righting from aninverted position. Self righting shall be achievable
whether or not the rig is intact. Boats withmoveable/variable ballast shall comply with thisrequirement in flat water using manual power only andshall demonstrate that any equipment to be used in rerighting the boat is ready for use at all times and willfunction and is useable by the crew with the boat inverted.
Re-righting the boat shall not require flooding any part ofthe boat.
Boats with moveable/variable ballast shall comply with thefollowing minimum values of Inversion Recovery Factor(FIR) calculated in accordance with ISO 12217-2:
SR Category
0
FIR
0.9
Boats with age date prior to 11/04 may seek dispensation from thissection 1.4 by application to ISAF.

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APPENDIX L
CATEGORY 6 SPECIAL REGULATIONS
for inshore races
That Category 6 is defined as:Category 6 Special Regulations are intended for use in races where:•participating boats may not be self-sufficient•
the races are short in duration and close to a single manned shorebase, in relatively warm and protected waters, in daylight and goodvisibility•
participating boats can be observed by race organisers at all times•
safety/rescue boats are available all along the course sufficient toenable any competitor to be returned to the shore base in a timely
manner•safety/rescue boats are of a suitable designed and properly equipped
and are manned by adequately trained and competent personnel
including, for each race, at least one skilled in first aid
That the Requirements for Category 6 are:Unless otherwise prescribed in Notice of Race and/or Sailing Instructions,where class rules include items of safety such rules shall override thecorresponding part of these Regulation.
All equipment required by Special Regulations Category 6 shall:• function properly• be regularly checked, cleaned and serviced• when not in use be stowed in conditions in which deterioration isminimised• be readily accessible• be of a type, size and capacity suitable and adequate for theintended use and size of the boat.
All boats sailing in Category 6 shall be fitted with:• A strong point for the attachment of a tow and/or anchor line.
All boats sailing in Category 6 shall carry:• A personal flotation device (PFD) for each person aboard to ISO
12402-5 -Level 50 or equivalent• A knife
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Category

APPENDIX M
HULL CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS (SCANTLINGS)
for Monohulls pre-2010 and Multihulls
M.1 A monohull with the earliest of Age or Series Date
before the 1 January 2010 shall comply with OSR
3.03.1, 3.03.2 and 3.03.3 or with this appendix. A
multihull shall comply with this appendix.
Table 2LOA
all
12m (39.4 feet)and overunder 12m (39.4
feet)

earliest of age or
series date
January 1986 andafterJanuary 1987 andafterJanuary 1988 and
after

race
category
MoMu0,1

MoMu0,1,2

MoMu0,1,2
MoMu0,1,2

MoMu2
MoMu2

M.2 A yacht defined in the table above shall have been
designed built, maintained, modified and repaired inaccordance with the requirements of either:

MoMu0,1,2a) the EC Recreational Craft Directive for Category A(having obtained the CE mark), or

MoMu0,1,2b) the ABS Guide for Building and Classing Offshore
Yachts in which case the yacht shall have on board
either a certificate of plan approval issued by ABS, or
written statements signed by the designer and builder
which confirm that they have respectively designed
and built the yacht in accordance with the ABS
Guide,

MoMu0,1,2c) ISO 12215 Category A, with written statements
signed by the designer and builder which confirm thatthey have respectively designed and built the yacht inaccordance with the ISO standard,

MoMu0,1,2d) except that a race organizer or class rules may
accept when that described in (a), (b), or (c) above is
not available, the signed statement by a naval
architect or other person familiar with the standards
listed above that the yacht fulfills the requirements of

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Category(a), (b), or (c).
M.3 Any significant repairs or modifications to the hull, deck,coachroof, keel or appendages, on a yacht defined intable 2 shall be certified by one of the methods above
and an appropriate written statement or statements
shall be on board.

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APPENDIX N
MEDICAL TRAINING
Model Training Course for an “OSR Compliant First Aid Course”
Part 1 – Introduction
1
GeneralBelow is the framework for an MNA to establish a minimum First Aid
training course suitable for offshore racing.
2
Target
The target of this course is to provide the Person in Charge of an offshore
racing yacht with a crew member that is capable of taking care of common
injuries and illnesses on board, as well as to take charge of the immediate
medical actions at a major incident on board. Furthermore to advise the
Person in Charge when a request for outside assistance is needed, as wellas to advise when to retire from the race and proceed to nearest harbour.
3
Use of the model course.
Instructors should have a knowledge of the unique situation of offshore
sailing in terms of delivering medical care. It is suggested that instructors
be suitably trained and ideally a medical doctor, paramedics or nurse.
For an MNA wanting to establish a course without the specialist knowledge
to correctly train and administer instructors it is suggested that they
approach a suitable training partner. Training partners could be STCW 95
training centres or land based first aid training providers who havepersonnel with suitable sailing experience but crucially an understanding of
the liability issues. Should an MNA require advise please contact the ISAF
Secretariat – Technical Department.
4
Evaluation. The final activities of the day should be an examination,
which should be used together with instructors’ continuous assessments toprovide an overall evaluation. The pass mark is to be taken as 70% in eachof the marked/evaluated units.
5
Implementation Detailed requirements are given below. Thoroughpreparation is the key to successful implementation of the course.
6
Literature
The following books further study and are not endorsed by ISAF but merely
are books suitable for background reading:• Medical Emergency Afloat
Page - 112 -ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Appendix N• First Aid at Sea (Douglas Justin and Colin Berry, Adlard Coles
Nautical, London) ISBN ISBN 9781408105993• First Aid Afloat (Dr Robert Haworth) ISBN 9780906754887• Skipper's Medical Emergency Handbook (Author Dr Spike Briggs,
Dr Campbell Mackenzie) ISBN 9780713689372• Doctor on Board: A Guide To Dealing With Medical Emergencies(Author Jurgen Hauert) ISBN 9781408112724• MCA Ship Captain Medic book is now available free at
http://www.mcga.gov.uk/c4mca/mcga07home/workingatsea/mcga-medicalcertandadvice/mcgadqs_st_shs_ships_capt_medical_guide.htm• International Medical Guide for Ships, World Health Organisation,
GenevaGeneral First Aid• First Aid Manual 9th Edition (Author St John's Ambulance Brigade)ISBN 9781405335379
Non English Publications• Pan Pan Medico A Bordo (http://www.panpan.it/)• Le Guide de la medecine a distance, by Docteur J Y Chauve,published by Distance Assistance BP33 F-La Baule, cedex, France.
An English translation is being planned.
Part 2 - Syllabus
The course is planned for 8 hours and includes following sessions;
Session 1 Introduction
1.0 Marine medical environment and characteristics
1.1 Literature
Session 2 First aid kits for the Special Regulations races categories
2.0 Cat 4 contents (recommendations)
2.1 Cat 2-3 contents (recommendations)
2.2 Cat 1-0 (if relevant)Session 3 Tele medical communications
3.0 Support options (Medical advice services through official bodies)
3.1 Radio/Mobile phone options for support
3.2 Licences/certificates for VHF/HF radio communications
Session 4 First Aid – The basics
4.0 Basic anatomy/physiology
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4.1
4.2

L-ABCDE (Scene safety, Airway and cervical spine control,
Breathing, Circulation and bleeding, Disability, Expose and protectfrom the environment)
Stopping of serious external bleeding

Session 5 Offshore accidents and actions onboard
5.0 Typical accidents onboard (wounds, cuts, sprained wrist etc)
5.1 General illnesses, fatigue etc
5.2 Actions and treatment
5.3 Helicopter evacuation
5.4 Transfer of casualty to rescue vessel
Session 6 Special offshore medical conditions
6.0 Seasickness
6.1 Hypothermia (Person recovered from sea)
6.2 Dehydration
6.3 Brain concussion
6.4 Keeping the blood sugar level up (what to eat and drink)
Session 7 Cardiac and respiratory arrest
7.0 Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
7.1 Artificial respiration
7.2 Use of Defibrillator
Session 8 Systematic Accident management
8.0 Damage and causality evaluation
8.1 Decisions and actions – when to call for outside assistance, when to
retire and proceed to nearest harbour
8.2 Observation and treatment of patients
Session 9 Psychology Treatment
9.0 Human reactions in distress
9.1 Treatment of psychological breakdowns
9.2 Crisis group management
9.3 Debriefing procedures
Session 10 Practical training
10.0 CPR
10.1 Patient observations and treatment
10.2 Radio medical training
10.3 Decision making – When to call for assistance, when to retire?
Session 11 Examination
11.0 A questionnaire of 25 questions, requirement >70 % correct
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INDEX
Alphabetical Index

This index is intended to be a quick guide to the Regulations. It is not exhaustive.
See also the diagrammatic guide and list of contents.
ITEM
REFERENCEITEM
REFERENCE
3.29
3.19
121.5MHz
bunks
4.19
4.22
121.5MHzbuoy, dan
4.19
3.13.1
406MHzbuoyancy, closed-cell, hull
3.08.23.05
90 degree heelbuoyancy, permanent flotation
1.03
material
abbreviations
3.03.1
ABS Guidebuoyancy, impermeable, multihull 3.05
2.03.1
3.04.4accessible, readily
buoyancy, stability, index
3.29
aerial, see antenna
buoyant equipment, miscellaneous 4.17
1.03.12.03.1age date
capacity
3.29, 4.10.5(a)3.04.2AIS
capsize
4.15
alternative method of steering
carbon fibre limitation, pulpits etc 3.14.7
2.03.2(b)3.24
anchors and chaincard, deviation
4.06
2.01
anchors and chain
Categories of events
3.29
2.01.1antennaCategory 0
3.29
2.01.2antenna, emergency
Category 1
4.19.12.01.3
Argos beacons
Category 2
4.26
2.01.4aromatic polyamides
Category 3
3.29
2.01.5aviation frequencies
Category 4
2.03.22.01.6ballastCategory 5
3.01
2.01.7ballastCategory 6
App K, 1.03
App K, 3.02,
ballast, movable & variable
Canting Keel
3.04
3.14.3
baseplate
1.03.1CEN
3.14.3bases, stanchion
3.07.2
central nacelle
2.03.2(b)batteries
3.16
central nacelle
3.28.4
batteries, sealed
3.02
centreboard trunks
5.07
beacons, distress2.03.2(b)chain, anchors andBelden (co-axial cable supplier) 3.29
4.06
chain, anchors and3.23
bilge pump discharge, cockpit
4.12
chart, durable stowage
3.23
bilge pumps and buckets
4.11
charts4.02
blaze, colour
2.03.1checked,regularly,
1.03.1boomkin, see LOA
1.01.2class associations
3.26
bow fairlead
2.03.1cleaned,regularly
3.14.3bow pulpit
4.04
clipping points
1.03.1bowsprit, see LOA
5.02
clipping points
3.23.3boxes, strum
3.07.2(d)clipping points (multihull)
3.18
bucket, fitted
5.02
clips, safety harness, see
3.23
buckets, bilge pumps andsnaphooks
3.01
build, strength of
3.02
coach roof
3.13
bulkheads, watertight1.03.1
coaming
3.13
bulkheads, crash
3.29
co-axial feeder
bulkheads, watertight, multihulls 3.05.1
3.09.3
cockpitdrainbulkheads, watertight, multihulls 3.05.2
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cockpit knife
cockpit sole
cockpit volume
cockpit, bilge pump discharge
cockpitscolour blaze
coloured flag
communications (training)
companionway hatch
compartment, drycompass
compressed gas inflation,
lifejacket
construction standards, hullcooking stove
cpr and first aid
crash bulkheads
crotch strap
cutting tools (escape hatch)
D/F radio
damage control and repair
dan buoydate, agedate, Series
deckDefinitions
deviation card
diameter, minimum, jackstays
diameter, minimum, lifelines
distance measuring instrument
distress beacons
drain, cockpit
drains, cockpit
drinking water
droguedry compartment
DSC
DSC
durable stowage chart
E type EPIRB
echo sounderelectric starter
electronic position-fixing systememergency antenna
emergency steering
emergency waterEN
EN 1095 harness and safety lines
EN 2913-1 constant wear suits
EN 2913-2 abandonment suits
EN 396 lifejackets

4.25
3.09.43.09.7
3.23
3.09
4.02
5.02
6.03
3.08.3, 4
3.13.6
3.24
5.01
3.03
3.20
6.03
3.13
5.01,
5.02
3.07.3
3.29
6.02
4.22
1.03.1
1.03.1
3.02
1.03
3.24
4.04.1
3.14.6
4.14
5.07
3.09.33.09.83.21.24.27
3.13.6
1.03.1
3.29
4.12
4.19
4.13
3.28.3
3.29
3.29
4.15
3.21.3
1.03.1
5.02
5.07
5.07
5.02

engines
EPFS
EPFS
EPIRB
EPIRBsescape hatch
exhaust and fuel supply systems
exits, monohulls
exits, monohulls
exits, multihulls
FA Station
fairlead, bow
fastened, Securely
fastened, securely
fastened, securely
features, structural
feeder, co-axial
fire extinguishers
first aid (training)First Aid at Sea
first aid kit
first aid manual
fitted bucket
flares (pyrotechnic signals)
flashlight
flashlight, for crew member
flexible tank, fuelflotation, permanently installedfoghornfoot stopfoul weather suitFoul-weather Suit
fuel
fuel
fuel shutoff
fuel supply systems, exhaust, andfuel, flexible tankfunction properly
Fundamental and Definitions
fundamental rulegas bottles
gas inflation, lifejacket
General Requirements
generators
GMDSS
GMDSS
Governmental authority
GPIRB
GPS, see EPFS
grab bags
Guide de la medicine a distance,
Le

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1.03.13.29
1.03.1
4.19
3.07.2, 3
3.28
3.05.1
3.06
3.07
1.03.13.26
1.03.12.03.2(b)2.03.2(c)Sect 3
3.29
4.05
6.03
4.08
4.08
4.08
3.18
4.23
4.07
5.06
3.28.33.05.1
4.09
3.17
5.04
1.03.1
3.28.33.28
3.20.1
3.28
3.28.32.03.11.00
1.02.32.03.2(b)
5.01
2.03
3.28
1.03.13.29
1.01.2
1.03.1
3.29
4.21
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Guide, ABS
halyards
hand flares, red
hand holds
handholds (multihull underside)harness, safety
hatch
hatch, companionway
hatch, escapehatch, inspection
hatch, maintenanceheadstayheaving line
heavy items
heavy weather routines
heavy weather sails
heavy weather, adequate
protection
heel, 90 degrees
height, lifelinehigh-visibility colours
high-visibility colours
holds, handhull constructions standards
hull marking
hypothermia
immersion suit
IMO
impermeable buoyancy, multihull
inboard propulsion engine
index, stability/buoyancy
INMARSAT
in-mast mainsail furling, setting
trysailinshore racing
inspection
inspection
inspection hatch
inspection, liferafts
installed, permanently
installed, permanently
integrity, watertightInternational Medical Guide for
Ships
IRPCAS
ISAF
ISAF Approved TrainingISO
ISO 11812
ISO 12217-2
ISO 12217-2

3.03.1
3.25
4.21.1
3.22
3.07.2(d)5.02
1.03.1
3.08.3, 4
3.07.2, 3
3.02.2
3.02.2
3.14.34.24
2.03.2(b)6.02
4.26
3.28.33.08.2
3.14.54.26.2
5.04
3.22
3.03
4.02
5.07,
6.01
5.07
1.03.1
3.23
3.28
3.04.34.19
4.26
2.01.6, App J
1.02.22.02
3.02.24.20
1.03.12.03.23.02
4.08
2.03.3
1.03.16.01
1.03.1
3.09
3.04.4
3.05

ISO 8729
ISO 9650
jackstays
kit, first aid
knife, grab bag
knife, cockpit
knife, personal
lanyardlanyard, bilge pump handle
lead line
lifebuoy
lifejacket
lifeline
lifeline height
lifelines
lifelines, minimum diameter
lifelines, number oflifelines, special, multihull
liferaft compartment
liferaft stowage
liferafts
lifeslinglight list
lights, navigation
lights, personal locationline, guard, see lifeline
line, heaving
line, leadline, safety
line, static safety
liners or linings
lines, safety
linings or liners
LMR600 co-axial feeder cable
LOA
log
loss (of) rudder
LSA code (liferafts)
LSA code 2.2.3 (lifejacket light)
LWL
mainsail reefing
maintenance hatch
man overboard
man overboard practicemanual, first aid
marine radio
marking, hullmast step
may
metal tiller, unbreakable
method of steering, alternative
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4.10
4.20
4.04
4.08
4.21.1
4.25
5.05
3.08.4
3.23
4.13
4.22
5.01
1.03.1
3.14.53.14
3.14.63.14.53.14.4
4.20
4.20
4.20
4.22
4.11
3.27
5.03
1.03.1
4.24
4.13
1.03.1
1.03.1
3.28.35.02
3.28.33.29
1.03.1
4.14
4.15
4.20
5.01
1.03.1
4.26
3.02.2
6.02
6.04
4.08
3.29
4.02
3.12
1.03.2
4.15
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5.03
miniflares
3.14.6minimum diameter, lifelines
6.01
model training course
1.03.1monohull
3.06
monohulls, exits
3.04
monohulls, stability
3.15
multihull nets or trampolines
3.07
multihulls, exits
1.03.2must
3.07.2
nacelle, central
3.16
nacelle, central
4.17
name, yacht's
4.11
navigation equipment
2.03.3navigation lights
3.27
navigation lights
4.11
navigational charts
3.15
nets, multihull. or trampolines
3.14.5
number of lifelines
3.14.5
opening, vertical, lifelines
3.09.5
openings aft (to the sea)
3.09.3outlet pipes, bilge pump
6.02
overboard, man
1.02.1owner
1.02.1owner's representative
4.27
parachute anchor
4.21.1
parachute flares, red
1.03.1permanently installed
2.03.2(a)permanently installed
1.02
person in charge
5.03
personal location lights
6.01
personal survival training
1.03.1
PLB
4.19
PLBs
4.11
plotting equipment
4.03
plugs, soft wood
4.04
points, clipping
4.22
pole and flag
4.26
polyamides, aromatic
positive locking device, snaphooks 5.02
1.01
proa
1.03.1proa
2.03.1properly, function
3.28
propulsion engine, inboard
3.14.3
pulpit, bow
3.14.3
pulpit, stern
3.14.7
pulpits etc, carbon fibre
limitations
3.21.1
pump, fresh water
3.23
pumps, bilge, and buckets
1.01
purpose and use
4.23
pyrotechnic signals
1.01.3race committees

race organisers
radar reflector
radio receiverradio, D/F
radio, marinerail, guard, see lifeline
rail, toerating systems
RCS
readily accessible
receiver, radio
recovery time, liferafts
Recreational Craft Directive
red hand flares
red parachute flares
regularly checked, cleaned,
serviced
repair and damage control
repairs, significant
requirements, general
responsibility
retro-reflective material
retro-reflective material
retro-reflective material
RG8U coa-axial feeder cable
RG8X co-axial feeder cablerig
rigging, standing
righting,-selfroof, coachrope, synthetic, lifeline closure
routines, heavy weather
RRS
RRS fundamental rule 4
RTE
rudder loss
safety harness
Safety line
safety line, static
safety lines (tethers)
safety lines, static
sail numbers
sails, storm and heavy weather
SAR
SAR
SAR aircraft
SAR systems (training)satcom transceiverscantlings
screening indicessea anchor
sea cocks or valves

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4.10
3.29
3.29
3.29
1.03.13.17
1.01.24.10
2.03.1
3.29
4.20
3.03
4.21.1
4.21.12.03.1
6.02
3.03.22.03
1.02.2
4.18
4.22
5.04
3.29
3.29
3.01
4.16
3.04.1
3.02
3.14.66.02
1.03.1
1.02.3
4.10
4.15
5.02
1.03.1
1.03.1
5.02
4.04.14.01
4.26
1.03.1
4.02.1
3.29
6.02
3.29
3.03
3.04.3
4.27
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sealed batteries
sealed container
securely fastened
securely fastened
self-righting
series dateservice intervals, (automatic dan
buoy)
serviced, regularly
servicing, liferafts
sextant
shall
sheet winches
sheeting positions on deckshouldshrouds
shutoff, fuelshutoff, fuelsignals, pyrotechnic
significant repairs
size
sock, throwing
sockets
soft wood plugs
SOLAS
SOLAS flares
SOLAS lifejacket light
SOLAS liferafts
sole, cockpit
sounder, echospare parts, tools
spectra/dyneema
speed
speedometersplashguard
spotlight
stability and flotation - multihulls
stability index
stability, monohulls
stability/buoyancy index
stainless steel lifelines
stanchion bases
stanchions
stanchions, special, multihull
standards, construction, hullstanding rigging
starter, electric
static safety line
static safety line
steel, stainless, lifelines
steering, alternative method
steering, emergency

3.28.43.21.3
1.03.12.03.2
3.04.1
1.03.14.22
2.03.1
4.20
4.11
1.03.2
3.11
4.26
1.03.2
3.01
3.20.1
3.28.34.23
3.03.22.03.1
4.24
3.14.34.03
1.03.1
4.23
5.01
4.20
3.09.4
4.13
4.16
4.26
3.28.3
4.14
5.01
4.07
3.05
3.04.33.04
3.04.33.14.63.14.33.14
3.14.43.03
4.16
3.28.3
1.03.14.04.1
3.14.6
4.15
4.15

step, maststern pulpit
stop, footstorm and heavy weather sails
storm jibstorm trysail
stove, cooking
stovesstowage, durable, chartstowage, liferaft
straps, crotch, thighstrength of build
strobe light, watertightstrobe light, watertightstructural features
strum boxes
studs
suit, foul-weather
suit, foul-weather
suit, immersion
survival equipment
synthetic rope, lifeline closuretank, flexible, fueltanks
tanks, watertaut, lifelines shall beterminals, lifeline
tethers (safety lines)
thigh straps
through-hull fittings
throwing socktiller, unbreakable metal
timepiece
Times Microwave (co-ax cablesupplier)
toe rail
toilettoolboxes
tools and spare parts
tools, cutting (escape hatch)training
trampolinetransceiver, watertight, VHF,
hand-held
trunks, centreboard
trunks, cabin
trysail, storm
type
U-bolts
U-bolts, clipping point warning
usage, word
valves, or sea cocks
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3.14.3
3.17
4.26
4.26
4.26
3.20
2.03.2(b)4.12
4.20
5.01, 5.02
3.01
4.21.1
5.03
Sect 33.23
3.14.3
1.03.1
5.04
5.07
5.07
3.14.6
3.28.32.03.2(b)3.21.1
3.14.2
3.14.3
5.02
5.01, 5.02
3.10
4.24
4.15
4.11
3.29
3.17
3.18
2.03.2(b)4.16
3.07.36.0
3.15
4.21.1, 2
3.02
3.01
4.26
2.03.14.04.2
5.02.1
1.03
3.10

ISAF OFFSHORE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Index
3.14.5vertical openings, lifelines
3.29
VHF
VHF transceiver, watertight hand- 4.21.1, 2
held
3.09.7
volume, cockpit
3.13.2water pressure
3.21.1water tanks
3.21.2water, drinking
3.21.3water, emergency
3.21.2watermaker
3.13
watertight bulkheads
watertight bulkheads, multihulls 3.05.1
watertight bulkheads, multihulls 3.05.2
4.21.1, 2
watertight hand-held VHF
transceiver
3.02
watertight integrity
4.21.1watertight strobe light
6.02
weather forecasting (training)
4.04.1
webbing, jackstays
3.09.5well, bow, lateral or stern
4.22
whistle5.01
whistle, lifejacket
3.11
winches, sheet
4.26
wing mast as substitute trysail
4.03
wood, plugs, soft
1.03
word usage
1.03.3yacht
4.17
yacht's name

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