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As Guernsey Ports prepares for a busy boating season, Guernsey Coastguard is getting ahead of the game to encourage safety at sea by asking all boatowners to keep some key principles in mind before they set out on the water.
Despite the changeable weather forecast for the Easter weekend, Guernsey Ports has got everything ready for local mariners to head out, and to welcome visiting sailors too.
Pictured: Guernsey Ports staff have been getting the marinas and harbour facilities ready for the spring and summer seasons.
Guernsey’s Harbourmaster Captain David Barker said the preparations must include safety considerations too.
“With the summer approaching, many islanders across the Bailiwick will be thinking about getting on the water in their vessels. I would encourage everyone to consider the ‘3 Ps’ – Prepare, Provide and Perform.
"By following these principles, mariners can reduce the likelihood of getting into difficulty and increase the chances of safe rescue, should things go wrong,” he said.
The 3 Ps are a set of things to consider before going to sea.
PREPARE yourself and your boat properly.
PROVIDE the right equipment.
PERFORM responsibly on the water.
Full and detailed guidance and advice on how boatowners can prepare for an emergency at sea is available from the Guernsey Harbours website HERE.
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