Dealing with fumes and flames on the water
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Sailboat enthusiasts must ensure proper safety measures to prevent fires. The most critical step in fire safety is to make sure that the boat is properly ventilated to prevent the accumulation of dangerous fumes. Other suggestions on fire prevention and fire extinguishing are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
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Living with lightning
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Boating enthusiasts can minimize the effects of lighting be taking precautionary measures such as installing a discharge plate and educating the crew. Little is known on lightning and how it works but taking necessary precautions such as proper grounding can minimize damage.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
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Protecting your boat against lightning
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A lightning-protection system for a sailboat should include a lightning rod at the mast's highest point connected by ground wires to a large piece of uninsulated metal under water. Guidelines for installing a grounding system are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1993
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