The skipper's word is final at sea. All decisions regarding navigation, weather and safety are made by the skipper. This is not a matter of ego — it is a legal responsibility and a safety imperative. Once ashore, democracy resumes.
Day 1 Safety Briefing
The complete crew briefing conducted by the skipper on the first morning. Covers boat layout, life jacket fitting, MOB procedures, VHF radio, fire, flares and on-deck rules. Read this before you arrive — it will save time and help everything sink in.
Read the briefing →Emergency Procedures
Man overboard, Mayday, fire, grounding, flooding, medical evacuation and abandon ship — every critical procedure laid out step by step. Emergencies are rare, but when they happen, trained responses save lives.
Read procedures →First Aid at Sea
Seasickness, cuts, sunstroke, jellyfish stings, hypothermia, head injuries and more — what to do when you're hours from a hospital. Practical guidance for the most common offshore medical situations.
Read first aid guide →