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by Maritime Safety Victoria 21 Nov 2021 01:35 GMT
Top tips for avoiding groundings and collisions © Maritime Safety Victoria
We've received recent reports of groundings and collisions on Victorian waters.
Here are our top tips for avoiding groundings and collisions:
- Always keep a good lookout
- Beware of glare and submerged objects
- Travel at an appropriate speed
- Give way to the right
- Use navigation lights when it's dark
- Don't drink alcohol on the water
- Know your limits
- Understand local features and rules Download the Boating Vic app to check conditions
You should also consider getting your boat insured.
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