REMOTE CONTROL DRONES TO THE RESCUE FOR DROWNING VICTIMS
Remote Control Drones to the Rescue for Drowning Victims According to the World Health Organization, drowning is one of the top 10 leading causes of death, with 372,000 people drowning each year. Marina operators and boat owners know that it’s imperative always to have a hand-thrown lifebuoy close at hand in case someone goes overboard. […]
OPERATIONAL MARINA SAFETY PLANNING
Operational Marina Safety Planning With pre-season planning underway, a large national marina management company announced that they had acquired the services of a high-tech training firm to develop and oversee their corporate marina safety program. Whether you own one or dozens of marinas across the country, comprehensive operational marina safety planning is a vital component […]
MAY IS NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY MONTH
PROMOTE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY MONTH The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public and promoting electrical safety in the home, school and in the workplace. Having started Electrical Safety Month in the mid 1990’s, ESFI’s annual campaign educates the public by teaching steps to reduce the number of electrically […]
MARINA INSTALLS ESD PREVENTION TOOL
Marina Installs ESD Prevention Tool Owner operators of Campbell Point Marina on Table Rock Lake, Missouri, installed an ESD prevention tool to help prevent electric shock drowning (ESD). The device, one of many on the market, monitors the water for stray or leaked electrical current in the water next to the marina. Electric shock drowning […]
IMPORTANCE OF LIFE JACKET MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
Importance of Life Jacket Maintenance and Inspection Faulty Life Jackets Prompt USCG Safety Alert In July of 2016, when the U.S. Coast Guard inspected two vessels in Key West, FL, they found more than 60 life jackets that were unsafe for use. Despite being properly stored, kept dry and out of direct sunlight, inspectors found […]
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS PLANS AND PREPARATION
Hurricane Preparedness Plans and Preparation The 2023 hurricane season ranked as the 4th for most-named storms in a year. But the 2023 hurricane season also set climate records, for the highest monthly sea surface temperature in NOAA’s 174 year record. Tropical Storm Hilary was the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years. […]
EMERGENCY POSITION INDICATING RADIO BEACON MAINTENANCE (EPIRB MAINTENANCE)
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon Maintenance (EPIRB Maintenance) As all boaters should be aware, the proper installation and performance of a boat’s Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon, is one of the most important safety measures you can take. Designed to broadcast on a special distress frequency of 406 Mhz when activated, EPIRB’s send a signal directly […]
ELECTRIC SHOCK DROWNING PREVENTION TOOLS
New Electric Shock Drowning Prevention Tools in the Market With the ever-increasing awareness of electric shock drowning (ESD), many companies have been introducing automated solutions and prevention tools. Though by no means the ultimate answer, these electric shock prevention tools could prove beneficial when put in use. First a disclaimer. Current and developing electrical standards […]
CHOOSING A LIFE JACKET – THE FIRST STEP TO BOATING SAFETY
Choosing a Life Jacket – the First Step to Boating Safety USCG Information on Life Jackets and Personal Flotation Devices (PFD) One of the many mandated missions of the United States Coast Guard is marine safety, and all vessels operating on US waters must meet specific requirements when it comes to water safety. Here is some key information the […]
BOATING AND GRILLING
Boating and Grilling On-Board Boating and Grilling Tips for the Boat and Marina Owner Boating and grilling can easily go together, provided you have the right grill and know how to stay safe. Choosing Your Grill Choosing the right grill means considering your budget, space, and grill types. Following are some tips for choosing the […]