Posts in Safety

Monohull sailboat manoeuvring calmly under engine power near a pontoon, demonstrating controlled boat handling skills.

The Two-Way Street of Seamanship: Why True Boat Control Starts at Sea (And How to Ditch Marina Anxiety)

Ditch marina docking anxiety with objective seamanship. Learn why open-water skills govern close-quarters handling and use our Skipper’s Decision Matrix™ to manage passage

Beyond the certificate, managing crew dynamics

Beyond the Certificate: Managing Crew Dynamics on Your First Bareboat Charter

Earning your certificate is only the first step. Learn how to manage different crew dynamics, handle independent command, and avoid early skippering problems.

Split Gates Navionics

The Splitska Vrata Tragedy: Human Factors in Sailing Safety

A technical review of the Splitska Vrata collision, exploring approach geometry, high-speed ferry dynamics, and human factors on the water

Ocean Signal PLB3 and AIS MOB2 devices

PLB vs AIS (MOBs): The Honest Guide to Electronic Lifesavers

Buying a rescue beacon? We cut through the marketing to explain the real-world difference between a PLB vs AIS-MOB, and which one you

Sailing Safety: The Skipper’s Guide to Catastrophe Management

Every skipper faces sailing emergencies. Learn how to stop the chain of disaster, use the PAME method, and keep your bareboat charter crew