Safety procedures

Safety procedures  Wind adventures

MRCC Fort de France Channel 16 

Phone: + 590 5 96 70 92 92 

SNSM st martin +590 690 76 75 00

Abandoning ship 

Objective
Evacuate the vessel in an organized and safe manner with all necessary survival equipment.

Procedure

1. Decision to Abandon Ship
   
   • Made by the skipper (person in command).
   • Activate the distress beacon (EPIRB if available).

1. Personal Equipment

1. • All crew members must wear their lifejackets.
   • Ensure the grab bag is ready (VHF radio, flares, water, food, documents, etc.).

Final Steps

• Verify that everyone is present.
• Follow standard survival-at-sea procedures until rescue arrives.

Fire On Board

Objective
Extinguish the fire, ensure the safety of all persons, and alert rescue services.

Procedure

1. Fire Detection
   
   • Locate the source (engine, electrical panel, galley, etc.).

1. Immediate Actions

1. • Shut down the engine and electrical systems.
   • Use the appropriate fire extinguishers for the fire location.
   • Do not open smoke-filled areas suddenly (risk of backdraft).
   • Position the vessel so that the fire source is downwind.

1. Crew Safety

1. • Have everyone put on lifejackets.
   • Evacuate smoke-filled or hazardous areas.
   • Gather passengers in a safe area upwind and away from danger.

1. Communication

1. • Alert CROSS (Rescue Coordination Center) via VHF Channel 16.
   • Provide your position and details of the incident.

1. Preparation for Evacuation

1. • Gather all safety equipment (survival bag / grab bag).

Flooding On Board

Objective
Limit the inflow of water, maintain the vessel’s buoyancy, and alert rescue services.

Procedure

1. Detection of Water Ingress
   
   • Locate the area where water is entering.
   • Check bilge alarms if installed.

1. Immediate Actions

1. • Stop the vessel if necessary.
   • Start the bilge pumps (automatic and manual).
   • Attempt to seal the leak using available materials (cloth, cushion, wood, etc.).

1. Crew Safety

1. • Ensure all crew members put on their lifejackets.
   • Keep everyone away from the affected area.

1. Communication

1. • Alert CROSS via VHF Channel 16 or Channel 70 DSC, or by mobile phone.
   • Provide the vessel’s GPS position.

1. Preparation for Evacuation

1. • Prepare all survival equipment.
   • Head towards the nearest safe harbor or shelter.

• Customer Service: For any questions or concerns regarding your tour or these terms and conditions, please contact us at +590 690 36 27 36 / 06 90 22 21 21 or info@wind-adventures.com