2. Special Regulations Seminar January 2009

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4. Course Explanation & Outcomes The purpose of the Seminar is to: Familiarise yourself with the Special Regulations 2009 Clarify general issues associated with the Regulations and how they apply Re-enforce the concept of the Owner’s responsibility To increase awareness of the Special Regulations and general principle of seamanship. The delivery of the seminar will be: The outcomes to be achieved for you are: 2

5. Course Explanation & Outcomes The purpose of the Seminar is to: Familiarise yourself with the Special Regulations 2009 Clarify general issues associated with the Regulations and how they apply Re-enforce the concept of the Owner’s responsibility To increase awareness of the Special Regulations and general principle of seamanship. The delivery of the seminar will be: 2 to 2.5 hours Handout material has been issued There will be a Question & Answer session at the conclusion of the presentation. The outcomes to be achieved for you are: 2

6. Course Explanation & Outcomes The purpose of the Seminar is to: Familiarise yourself with the Special Regulations 2009 Clarify general issues associated with the Regulations and how they apply Re-enforce the concept of the Owner’s responsibility To increase awareness of the Special Regulations and general principle of seamanship. The delivery of the seminar will be: 2 to 2.5 hours Handout material has been issued There will be a Question & Answer session at the conclusion of the presentation. The outcomes to be achieved for you are: Appreciation and understanding of the Special Regulations Clarification of the Special Regulations How to work with Auditors & Inspectors An increased awareness of your role and the responsibilities The application of seamanship 2

7. The Special Regulations and the Racing Rules of Sailing The flow chart illustrates the Special Regulations do not exist in isolation. The Racing Rules of Sailing have safety embedded in them also. 3

8. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. 4

9. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. The Special Regulations supplement the Government Regulations. Refer SR 1.01.2 4

10. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. The Special Regulations supplement the Government Regulations. Refer SR 1.01.2 If an item is not in the Special Regulations but is included in the Government Regulations the item must be carried. 4

11. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. The Special Regulations supplement the Government Regulations. Refer SR 1.01.2 If an item is not in the Special Regulations but is included in the Government Regulations the item must be carried. It is the Owner’s responsibility to comply with the Law not the Auditor’s job to enforce the Law 4

12. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. The Special Regulations supplement the Government Regulations. Refer SR 1.01.2 If an item is not in the Special Regulations but is included in the Government Regulations the item must be carried. It is the Owner’s responsibility to comply with the Law not the Auditor’s job to enforce the Law Every State of Australia has different requirements 4

13. The Special Regulations do not replace Government Safety Equipment Regulations The Government Regulations are the LAW and must have priority of compliance. The Special Regulations supplement the Government Regulations. Refer SR 1.01.2 If an item is not in the Special Regulations but is included in the Government Regulations the item must be carried. It is the Owner’s responsibility to comply with the Law not the Auditor’s job to enforce the Law Every State of Australia has different requirements Some MYAs have obtained Exemption Orders for racing boats as to what equipment may not be carried if the YA Special Regulations equipment is carried when competing. Check with your MYA. 4

14. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. 5

15. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment 5

16. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment Responsibility of the Owner or Representative NOT induced or minimised by: The Special Regulations, or Use by Race Organisers, or An inspection by an Auditor or Inspector Refer SR 1.02.2 5

17. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment Responsibility of the Owner or Representative NOT induced or minimised by: The Special Regulations, or Use by Race Organisers, or An inspection by an Auditor or Inspector Refer SR 1.02.2 Responsibility under the RRS and the SRs are not separate. Refer SR 1.02.3 5

18. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment Responsibility of the Owner or Representative NOT induced or minimised by: The Special Regulations, or Use by Race Organisers, or An inspection by an Auditor or Inspector Refer SR 1.02.2 Responsibility under the RRS and the SRs are not separate. Refer SR 1.02.3 Seamanship Seamanship comes from experience and not from the Special Regulations 5

19. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment Responsibility of the Owner or Representative NOT induced or minimised by: The Special Regulations, or Use by Race Organisers, or An inspection by an Auditor or Inspector Refer SR 1.02.2 Responsibility under the RRS and the SRs are not separate. Refer SR 1.02.3 Seamanship Seamanship comes from experience and not from the Special Regulations The Special Regulations assume that a boat has the general principles in addition to anything required by the Special Regulations 5

20. The Owner’s / Skipper’s Responsibilities Racing Rule 4 - Decision to race sets the framework for responsibility. It is the ‘boat’ and hers alone. The ‘boat’ is defined to include the crew. The Special Regulation 1.02 is more explicit as to responsibility. Safety sole and inescapable responsibility of the Owner or his representative. Seaworthiness of the vessel as well Experienced Crew Training Soundness of rigging and safety equipment Responsibility of the Owner or Representative NOT induced or minimised by: The Special Regulations, or Use by Race Organisers, or An inspection by an Auditor or Inspector Refer SR 1.02.2 Responsibility under the RRS and the SRs are not separate. Refer SR 1.02.3 Seamanship Seamanship comes from experience and not from the Special Regulations The Special Regulations assume that a boat has the general principles in addition to anything required by the Special Regulations The Owner or Representative must ensure under SR 1.02.1 Crew have experience and are trained They are physically fit for the expected conditions 5

21. Navigating the Special Regulations Use the Contents and Index pages (p181) Read and understand sections 1 and 2 not just equipment lists Section 1 Fundamentals and Definitions Section 2 Application and General Requirements Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Appendix A Appendix B Advisory Appendices Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E Appendix F 6

22. Navigating the Special Regulations Use the Contents and Index pages (p181) Read and understand sections 1 and 2 not just equipment lists Section 1 Fundamentals and Definitions Section 2 Application and General Requirements Section 3 Part 1 Structural features and stability - The subdivision of Section 3 into part 1 & 2 is new - Auditors or Inspectors do not inspect items in Section 3 Part 1 Part 2 Fixed Equipment Section 4 Portable equipment and supplies Section 5 Personal Equipment Section 6 Training Appendix A Specifications for Liferafts Appendix B Resistance to capsize for monohulls Advisory Appendices Appendix C Man over board-quickstop-lifesling-parbuckle Appendix D Hypothermia Appendix E Drogues and sea anchors Appendix F Pain chart 6

23. What equipment is inspected SR 2.02.2 in the Special Regulations 2009 is NEW (p194) An Auditor/Inspector does not inspect crew experience or training compliance hull structure and watertight integrity construction standards stability The Owner’s role with the Club The Auditor or Inspector’s role with the Owner 7

24. What equipment is inspected SR 2.02.2 in the Special Regulations 2009 is NEW (p194) An Auditor/Inspector does not inspect crew experience or training compliance hull structure and watertight integrity construction standards stability The Owner’s role with the Club It is the Owner’s or his representative’s role to have the appropriate documentation and certificates An Organising Authority should require these matters to be proved to its satisfaction The Auditor or Inspector’s role with the Owner 7

25. What equipment is inspected SR 2.02.2 in the Special Regulations 2009 is NEW (p194) An Auditor/Inspector does not inspect crew experience or training compliance hull structure and watertight integrity construction standards stability The Owner’s role with the Club It is the Owner’s or his representative’s role to have the appropriate documentation and certificates An Organising Authority should require these matters to be proved to its satisfaction The Auditor or Inspector’s role with the Owner An audit or inspection does not reduce, remove or replace the Owners inescapable responsibility. Refer SR 1.02.2 (p186) An audit is not certification of safety compliance An equipment compliance form is not certification of safety compliance An audit assists an Owner to know that he has complied An Auditor represents the Club not the Owner The Club relies on its Auditor’s inspection 7

26. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation 8

27. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations 8

28. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations 8

29. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list 8

30. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion 8

31. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion You have the right under RRS 62 to seek redress if an Audit is refused in circumstances you believe to be unreasonable 8

32. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion You have the right under RRS 62 to seek redress if an Audit is refused in circumstances you believe to be unreasonable Have all equipment in place and laid out 8

33. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion You have the right under RRS 62 to seek redress if an Audit is refused in circumstances you believe to be unreasonable Have all equipment in place and laid out Touch and tick each item 8

34. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion You have the right under RRS 62 to seek redress if an Audit is refused in circumstances you believe to be unreasonable Have all equipment in place and laid out Touch and tick each item Always have a member of the crew to assist you during the audit 8

35. Working with Auditors & Inspectors Be prepared for different attitudes to audit in different States Find out what to expect if entering an interstate race Currently a YA National Audit Scheme is in preparation The Auditor is there to assist you understand and comply with your obligations Read and understand the Special Regulations Do not simply rely on a compliance check list If there is a dispute seek a second Auditor’s opinion You have the right under RRS 62 to seek redress if an Audit is refused in circumstances you believe to be unreasonable Have all equipment in place and laid out Touch and tick each item Always have a member of the crew to assist you during the audit Have each item of paper documentation on board and available 8

36. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs 9

37. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs Some states allow self audits 9

38. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs Some states allow self audits A Compliance Form is simply a check list for your guidance Some MYAs have approved forms to download Some Clubs prepare their own 9

39. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs Some states allow self audits A Compliance Form is simply a check list for your guidance Some MYAs have approved forms to download Some Clubs prepare their own A Compliance Form does not replace or change the printed Special Regulation 9

40. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs Some states allow self audits A Compliance Form is simply a check list for your guidance Some MYAs have approved forms to download Some Clubs prepare their own A Compliance Form does not replace or change the printed Special Regulation Be prepared to satisfy the requirements of the MYA or interstate club when you participate in their race 9

41. Audit Compliance Forms There is no consistency between MYAs as to audits and inspections Some states do not have auditors, some do Some have a very strict regime Some MYAs leave inspections to clubs Some states allow self audits A Compliance Form is simply a check list for your guidance Some MYAs have approved forms to download Some Clubs prepare their own A Compliance Form does not replace or change the printed Special Regulation Be prepared to satisfy the requirements of the MYA or interstate club when you participate in their race YA are still working on Compliance Audits and Forms that can be used from one state to another and from one club to another 9

42. Changes between the 2005 and 2009 Special Regulations A summary of the changes has been provided as a handout Please note your questions on the handout list Please ask your questions in the Q & A section of the seminar 10

43. Proving resistance to capsize SR 3.04 & Appendix B It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical 11

44. Proving resistance to capsize SR 3.04 & Appendix B It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical Appendix B (formerly D) sets out various criteria for each category of race 11

45. Proving resistance to capsize SR 3.04 & Appendix B It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical Appendix B (formerly D) sets out various criteria for each category of race New criteria had been added and changed Cat 1 ISO or IRC STIX increased to a minimum of 35 Cat 2 IRC SSS base value 28 or greater Cat 3 IRC SSS base value 16 or greater; SV 10 or less; RMI 1.4 or greater Cat 4 IRC SSS base value 10 or greater; SV 10 or less; RMI 1.4 or greater Cats 5 & 6 IRC SSS base value 8 or greater; SV 14 or less; RMI 1.1 or greater; HSF Cat 7 No test and Cat 7 the boat shall have ballasted keel; internal ballast or ballasted centreboard; SR 3.04.2 11

46. Proving resistance to capsize SR 3.04 & Appendix B It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical Appendix B (formerly D) sets out various criteria for each category of race New criteria had been added and changed Cat 1 ISO or IRC STIX increased to a minimum of 35 Cat 2 IRC SSS base value 28 or greater Cat 3 IRC SSS base value 16 or greater; SV 10 or less; RMI 1.4 or greater Cat 4 IRC SSS base value 10 or greater; SV 10 or less; RMI 1.4 or greater Cats 5 & 6 IRC SSS base value 8 or greater; SV 14 or less; RMI 1.1 or greater; HSF Cat 7 No test and Cat 7 the boat shall have ballasted keel; internal ballast or ballasted centreboard; SR 3.04.2 Cats 3 to 6 using the Screening Value test Appendix B B 5.1 Simple formula Inexpensive primary test If a boat’s SV is marginal then use RMI or other evidence. 11

47. Structural integrity of the vessel SR 3.01, 3.02 and 3.03 It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical 11

48. Structural integrity of the vessel SR 3.01, 3.02 and 3.03 It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical SR 3.01 Strength of Build, Ballast and Rig Ballast tanks, valves and sea cocks Control systems, actuators, restraint Moveable and/or Variable ballast Designer’s statement on board Inspection of systems every 27 months or less 11

49. Structural integrity of the vessel SR 3.01, 3.02 and 3.03 It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical SR 3.01 Strength of Build, Ballast and Rig Ballast tanks, valves and sea cocks Control systems, actuators, restraint Moveable and/or Variable ballast Designer’s statement on board Inspection of systems every 27 months or less SR 3.02 Watertight Integrity of Hull An essentially watertight construction Centreboard and daggerboard trunks Canting keels 11

50. Structural integrity of the vessel SR 3.01, 3.02 and 3.03 It is the Owners responsibility to satisfy the Special Regulations and the requirements of the Organising Authority An Auditor does not inspect or check A boat’s seaworthiness is critical SR 3.01 Strength of Build, Ballast and Rig Ballast tanks, valves and sea cocks Control systems, actuators, restraint Moveable and/or Variable ballast Designer’s statement on board Inspection of systems every 27 months or less SR 3.02 Watertight Integrity of Hull An essentially watertight construction Centreboard and daggerboard trunks Canting keels SR 3.03 Hull Construction Standards Categories 1 and 2 EC Recreational craft directive for Category A (with CE mark) or ISO 12215 Category A or ABS Guide Other as the Organising Authority may accept 11

51. Hatches and Companionways SR 3.06 and 3.07 Exits Hatches 13

52. Hatches and Companionways SR 3.06 and 3.07 Exits 2 Exits with one forward of mast YA (formerly MYA) can approve position if forward of mast not practical Hatches 13

53. Hatches and Companionways SR 3.06 and 3.07 Exits 2 Exits with one forward of mast YA (formerly MYA) can approve position if forward of mast not practical Hatches Hatch specifications Those forward of Bmax not to open inward except for those less than 0.071m² Above water when heeled 90° Permanently attached lid and shut firmly immediately Cats 1 and 2: - 4 non complying hatches permitted with limits on area; 2 either side of centre-line Cats 3 to 6: - no limit on non-conforming hatches; limit on area Down flooding analysis Cats 1 and 2 boats with age date 07/2010 certificate to be carried on board Companionway Hatch Operable from above and below illustrated slide 14 Separate securing device independent of wash boards illustrated slides 15 but non conforming Wash boards separately secured in place by bolt or latch and in addition secured to boat by lanyard 13

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56. Open Pulpits and Forestay Position Previous doubt as to the permitted forestay position clarified by SR 3.12.3(a) Gap in pulpit opening not to exceed 360mm Except where opening not to exceed 360mm Not to be confused with SR 3.12.5 - vertical ‘openings’ Forestay behind the open pulpit - no distance limitation - gap in pulpit must not excees 360mm Forestay in the gap - space on either side of the forestay permitted to be 360mm each side. See slide 17 Confirmed by ISAF Special Regulations diagram as follows: 16

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58. Open Pulpits and Forestay Position Previous doubt as to the permitted forestay position clarified by SR 3.12.3(a) Gap in pulpit opening not to exceed 360mm Except where opening not to exceed 360mm Not to be confused with SR 3.12.5 - vertical ‘openings’ Forestay behind the open pulpit - no distance limitation - gap in pulpit must not excees 360mm Forestay in the gap - space on either side of the forestay permitted to be 360mm each side. See slide 17 Confirmed by ISAF Special Regulations diagram as follows: Forestay forward of pulpit opening No gap to exceed 360mm See slide 18 16

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60. Open Pulpits and Forestay Position Previous doubt as to the permitted forestay position clarified by SR 3.12.3(a) Gap in pulpit opening not to exceed 360mm Except where opening not to exceed 360mm Not to be confused with SR 3.12.5 - vertical ‘openings’ Forestay behind the open pulpit - no distance limitation - gap in pulpit must not excees 360mm Forestay in the gap - space on either side of the forestay permitted to be 360mm each side. See slide 17 Confirmed by ISAF Special Regulations diagram as follows: Forestay forward of pulpit opening No gap to exceed 360mm See slide 18 Open pulpits are not ‘openable’ SR 3.12.3(a) I and 3.12.3(e) do not apply Top enclosing rail or closing device not required for open pulpits. See slides 19 & 20 16

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63. Step down pushpits banned by SR 3.12.3(b) The prohibition was formerly YA Interpretation No.1 Now covered by SR 3.12.3 (b) and only applies to Categories 1 to 4 To ensure safety of crew / helmsman from falling overboard Top pushpit rail to be same height as top lifeline abreast of forward end of cockpit 21

64. Marine radios and categories 6 and 7 SR 3.25.1 and 3.25.2 These regulations are a cause of a common misunderstanding SR 3.25.2 should precede 3.25.1 SR 3.25.2 states the categories in which a marine radio is mandatory Category 6 is recommended only Category 7 a marine radio is not required 22

65. Marine radios and categories 6 and 7 SR 3.25.1 and 3.25.2 These regulations are a cause of a common misunderstanding SR 3.25.2 should precede 3.25.1 SR 3.25.2 states the categories in which a marine radio is mandatory Category 6 is recommended only Category 7 a marine radio is not required SR 3.25.1 states the frequencies which must be installed in a marine radio Category 6 and 7 must carry the frequencies only if a radio is installed 22

66. Marine radios and categories 6 and 7 SR 3.25.1 and 3.25.2 These regulations are a cause of a common misunderstanding SR 3.25.2 should precede 3.25.1 SR 3.25.2 states the categories in which a marine radio is mandatory Category 6 is recommended only Category 7 a marine radio is not required SR 3.25.1 states the frequencies which must be installed in a marine radio Category 6 and 7 must carry the frequencies only if a radio is installed VHF radios in categories 1 to 3 must have Mast head antenna where the mast is 11 metres or move above the water Effective radiated power of 15 watts 22

67. Marine radios and categories 6 and 7 SR 3.25.1 and 3.25.2 These regulations are a cause of a common misunderstanding SR 3.25.2 should precede 3.25.1 SR 3.25.2 states the categories in which a marine radio is mandatory Category 6 is recommended only Category 7 a marine radio is not required SR 3.25.1 states the frequencies which must be installed in a marine radio Category 6 and 7 must carry the frequencies only if a radio is installed VHF radios in categories 1 to 3 must have Mast head antenna where the mast is 11 metres or move above the water Effective radiated power of 15 watts Aerials embedded in backstays are permitted. Previous prohibition removed. 22

68. Marine radios and categories 6 and 7 SR 3.25.1 and 3.25.2 These regulations are a cause of a common misunderstanding SR 3.25.2 should precede 3.25.1 SR 3.25.2 states the categories in which a marine radio is mandatory Category 6 is recommended only Category 7 a marine radio is not required SR 3.25.1 states the frequencies which must be installed in a marine radio Category 6 and 7 must carry the frequencies only if a radio is installed VHF radios in categories 1 to 3 must have Mast head antenna where the mast is 11 metres or move above the water Effective radiated power of 15 watts Aerials embedded in backstays are permitted. Previous prohibition removed. In category 5, if the Notice of Race (NoR) states Waterproof handheld VHF radios permitted in Category 5 The NoR should state the minimum output power required 22

69. Emergency Steering SR 4.14 SR 4.14.1 relates only to wheel steering An emergency tiller must fit on to the rudder stock It must give effective tiller steering of the rudder 23

70. Emergency Steering SR 4.14 SR 4.14.1 relates only to wheel steering An emergency tiller must fit on to the rudder stock It must give effective tiller steering of the rudder SR 4.14.2 relates to catastrophic loss or disablement of the whole rudder The method is left to the experience and seamanship of the crew Board on spinnaker poles are not rudders but sweep oars Modern designs do not carry spinnaker poles Other methods could include Weather and lee helm using sail trim Streaming drogues from the vessels quarters Demountable transom rudder blades Ingenuity and getting to a port of refuge 23

71. Emergency Steering SR 4.14 SR 4.14.1 relates only to wheel steering An emergency tiller must fit on to the rudder stock It must give effective tiller steering of the rudder SR 4.14.2 relates to catastrophic loss or disablement of the whole rudder The method is left to the experience and seamanship of the crew Board on spinnaker poles are not rudders but sweep oars Modern designs do not carry spinnaker poles Other methods could include Weather and lee helm using sail trim Streaming drogues from the vessels quarters Demountable transom rudder blades Ingenuity and getting to a port of refuge Crew must be aware of the method Can they explain it? They can be required to demonstrate it Have you proved your method? 23

72. Lifebuoys SR 4.21 SR 4.21 now sets out a detailed specification for a lifebuoy Horseshoe or circular, circular to have 400mm diameter Horseshoe to have dimensions of 400mm and 300mm Beckets or handholds, red-yellow rescue colour Cork, kapok and hollow non buoyant types prohibited Reflective tape x 4, whistle, drogue and self igniting light 24

73. Inflatable Lifebuoys - Man Overboard Modules SR 4.21.1(e) Inflatable lifebuoys now banned MOM and similar devices incorporating inflatable lifebuoys not acceptable Inflatable flag poles acceptable. SR 4.21.6 Jon Buoy MOM NOT ACCEPTABLE MOM- 8 or MOM- 9 NOT ACCEPTABLE 25

74. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) SR 5.01 ‘mae west’ or over the head type not permitted in categories 1 to 4 Designed for abandoning ship Cumberstone to wear and continue to work the yacht Difficulties with helicopter sling rescues 26

75. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) SR 5.01 ‘mae west’ or over the head type not permitted in categories 1 to 4 Designed for abandoning ship Cumberstone to wear and continue to work the yacht Difficulties with helicopter sling rescues In categories 1 to 4 only: AS Type 1 only permitted until 07/2011 NEW PFDs to be branded 150 N ALL PFDs to be branded 150 N as from 07/2011 26

76. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) SR 5.01 ‘mae west’ or over the head type not permitted in categories 1 to 4 Designed for abandoning ship Cumberstone to wear and continue to work the yacht Difficulties with helicopter sling rescues In categories 1 to 4 only: AS Type 1 only permitted until 07/2011 NEW PFDs to be branded 150 N ALL PFDs to be branded 150 N as from 07/2011 The following standards are acceptable AS 4758 will replace AS 1512 and AS 1499 EN European Norm ISO 12402 Any standard recognised by the Australian Transport Council 26

77. Safety Harnesses and Lines (Tethers) SR 5.02 Harness and line must be branded to the required standard 27

78. Safety Harnesses and Lines (Tethers) SR 5.02 Harness and line must be branded to the required standard Requirements for safety lines (tethers) changing: Not more than 2 metres long snap hook each end Additional factory fitted snap hook not more than 1 metre from wearer 27

79. Safety Harnesses and Lines (Tethers) SR 5.02 Harness and line must be branded to the required standard Requirements for safety lines (tethers) changing: Not more than 2 metres long snap hook each end Additional factory fitted snap hook not more than 1 metre from wearer If no additional 1m snap hook on all tethers then: 27

80. Safety Harnesses and Lines (Tethers) SR 5.02 Harness and line must be branded to the required standard Requirements for safety lines (tethers) changing: Not more than 2 metres long snap hook each end Additional factory fitted snap hook not more than 1 metre from wearer If no additional 1m snap hook on all tethers then: 30% or more of crew number to have additional 1m long tether or The manufacturer’s fitted snap hook 1m from wearer or Twin lines one of 1m and the other of 2m 27

81. Safety Harnesses and Lines (Tethers) SR 5.02 Harness and line must be branded to the required standard Requirements for safety lines (tethers) changing: Not more than 2 metres long snap hook each end Additional factory fitted snap hook not more than 1 metre from wearer If no additional 1m snap hook on all tethers then: 30% or more of crew number to have additional 1m long tether or The manufacturer’s fitted snap hook 1m from wearer or Twin lines one of 1m and the other of 2m As from 07/2013 all tethers to have manufacturer’s fitted additional snap hook 1m from wearer 27

82. Training SR 6.01 YA Safety and Sea Survival Course (SSSC) Category 1 50% of crew SSSC Category 2 (NEW) requirement 30% of crew SSSC 28

83. Training SR 6.01 YA Safety and Sea Survival Course (SSSC) Category 1 50% of crew SSSC Category 2 (NEW) requirement 30% of crew SSSC Re-validation of SSSC every 5 years Wet drill and flares must be included in re-validation (formerly were not required) 28

84. Training SR 6.01 YA Safety and Sea Survival Course (SSSC) Category 1 50% of crew SSSC Category 2 (NEW) requirement 30% of crew SSSC Re-validation of SSSC every 5 years Wet drill and flares must be included in re-validation (formerly were not required) Other mandatory training - Owner responsibility Crew to be trained in use of EPIRBS - SR 4.18.3 Categories 1 to 4 (note: unit only required for categories 1 to 3) Crew to be trained in use of Personal Locator Beacons - SR 5.05.3 Categories 1 & 2 28

85. Training SR 6.01 YA Safety and Sea Survival Course (SSSC) Category 1 50% of crew SSSC Category 2 (NEW) requirement 30% of crew SSSC Re-validation of SSSC every 5 years Wet drill and flares must be included in re-validation (formerly were not required) Other mandatory training - Owner responsibility Crew to be trained in use of EPIRBS - SR 4.18.3 Categories 1 to 4 (note: unit only required for categories 1 to 3) Crew to be trained in use of Personal Locator Beacons - SR 5.05.3 Categories 1 & 2 Recommended training SR 6.01.2 all categories Safety routines MOB and use of hoisting rig and parbuckle Reefing mainsail Abandoning ship Assembling and using emergency steering Flare familiarisation 28

86. Questions and Answers Questions submitted in writing prior to the Seminar, if any. Are low cockpit companionway sills with open stern cockpits legal? Yes this is a new provision. Refer SR 3.07.3 Legal Illegal under SR 2005-2008 NOW legal SRs 2009-2012 Are EPIRBS and personal EPIRBS the same thing and can a personal EPIRB be used as a boat EPIRB? No! Presenter to explain Other Questions Thank you to all attendees and to the Club 29