Capsize Drill Open sailing boats and dinghies often capsize and learning to right the boat is part of learning to sail. All Sea Scouts who sail should take part in capsize drills regularly so that they are proficient when the unexpected capsize occurs. Capsize drill is related mainly to sailing craft, but other craft may occasionally capsize. 1. Stay with the boat - it is much easier for rescuers to see a boat in the water rather than a swimmers head. 2. Are all crew present? Is anyone still under the boat? 3. If possible, right the boat. However if a craft has no buoyancy, it may be better to leave it capsized as there will be air trapped underneath and it will float well. 4. Crew members should be roped together or to the boat to prevent anyone drifting away. 5. One person may sit or stand up on a capsized boat to signal for help.
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