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Skipper
The notion of captain has been spelled out in the document. As a reminder, here is the definition given by the Ministry: Crew member responsible for the conduct of the vessel, the keeping of the logbook when required, compliance with regulations and the safety of those on board. " The role of the skipper has been clarified, whereas before it was much less clear. In principle, the skipper is responsible for his crew. He is in charge of nautical management. However, if a victim contributes to the damage, his or her fault may mitigate or even exonerate the skipper's liability", says Jérôme.
Security
- An additional safety allowance has been created for sailing beyond 60 miles from a shelter, to optimize safety for long-distance sailors.
- A VHF transceiver will be compulsory from the 1st er january 2017 for sailings beyond 6 miles from a shelter to ensure the ability to communicate in all circumstances. " Sailors who do not have a coastal or offshore license will have to take the CRR to be able to sail beyond 20 miles. Until the end of 2016, in semi-offshore areas, a fixed VHF is not compulsory if, and only if, the yachtsman has 3 parachute flares and 2 smoke signals on board" explains Jerôme.
- VNMs (Nautical Motor Vehicles) capable of carrying at least two people will now be able to sail up to 6 miles from a shelter.
- The notion of shelter has been clarified. As a reminder, here is the definition: a place on the coast where any craft or vessel and its crew can safely anchor, land or come alongside, and leave without assistance. This notion takes into account current weather conditions and the characteristics of the craft or vessel.
- The maximum load recommended by the shipbuilder must be strictly adhered to by the skipper.
- Under the previous regulations, offshore manning applied from 6 miles from a shelter. Under the new regulations, semi-offshore manning applies from 6 miles from a shelter, and offshore manning from 60 miles from a shelter.
