Boat safety Examiner friendly helpful,advice given 20 years experience on inland water ways ex boat owner and Narrowboat builder. Weekend examinations available
A terribly sad story is a lesson for all boat owners to check their insurance policy
> Is it in date?
> What is covered?
> What is excluded?
Our thoughts are with this boater.
Owner devastated after boat destroyed in 'arson attack' https://t.co/yJ7ItxeYKm
Keep an eye on all your lit stoves. High, gusty winds can cause overfiring, with red hot stove bodies or chimney fires. 🔥🔥. Alternatively, stoves can backdraught & fill the cabin with the toxic combustion gas, carbon monoxide (CO)☠️.
Test your smoke and CO alarms. Be prepared!
The Boat Safety Scheme Advisory Committee (BSSAC) is seeking a new Chair. Are there any boaters or members of the marine trade out there who are interested in helping to keep people and property safe? https://t.co/o9YYJHnYxp @BSS_BoatSafety
📢 Please spread the word!
If you know a boater who may be eligible, please let them know about the payment & the requirement to urgently update their details on the @CanalRiverTrust portal.
This is especially important for boaters who may not have access to emails/internet 🌐
Boat fires are devastating, they can escalate in seconds. Too often the boat is lost & nearby property damaged. People can be hurt, sometimes seriously. Fire action plans are vital. Here’s our advice help stop fires & what to do if it happens https://t.co/HbGQbanGcL
Avoid that sinking feeling ... a few tips from us to keep you and your boat safe. Please take particular care with locks. https://t.co/mgs0lbSwgF #BoatLife#CanalLife
Fire kills! A fire on a boat can spread extremely rapidly and be totally devastating. Get out, and stay out, and call the fire brigade. Do you have a fire plan for your boat? https://t.co/d8HrVbEUTp