Spiral bound with laminated pages to protect against the effects of the weather, this is an invaluable quick cockpit reference for anyone finding themselves in an emergency at sea. Packed with practical accessible advice on the most common emergencies requiring rapid action, it covers- Storm tactics, Man overboard, Gear failure, Fire, Dismasting, Sinking, First aid, and much more. In the same series as the popular Skipper's On-board Diesel Guide, this handy reference is filled with checklists, sequential action points and helpful diagrams. A godsend to anyone in trouble at sea.

In the same handy splash-proof format as the highly successful Skipper's Cockpit Guide and Skipper's Onboard Emergency Guide, this Skipper's Outboard Motor Guide is a convenient lie-flat water (and oil) proof reference to all types of outboard engine. There is advice on how the engine works, how each part interacts, dos and don'ts, fault-finding and troubleshooting tests, all illustrated with detailed exploded diagrams to show how to fix problems. There is advice on: Oil systems Cooling Gears Plugs and points Circuits Electrics All in all, the Skipper's Outboard Motor Guide will be a godsend to anyone with an outboard motor on their boat or tender.

An essential guide for sailors dealing with medical problems or emergencies while at sea.

The Skipper's Medical Emergency Handbook is designed to assist all who go to sea - whether on a day excursion, a holiday cruise or an even longer trip. It will provide practical advice, boost confidence, solve problems and minimise danger for all on board. Step-by-step instructions, explanatory illustrations and flow charts provide an at-a-glance reference on how to prevent, treat and care for the sick and injured at sea. And there is advice on pre-voyage preparations, establishing emergency procedures, first response and assessment of illnesses and injury, right through to offshore aftercare and recovery. The Skipper's Medical Emergency Handbook is a comprehensive and practical resource for novices or experienced sailors and motorboaters.

The essential information boaters need--onboard and at their fingertips On the water, when questions arise, there's no time to search through an exhaustive manual. The Captain's Quick Guides provide all the answers--fast. Drawn from the world's largest boating library, each laminated Quick Guide presents 14 color panels of authoritative, concise information on a critical topic, designed for onboard quick reference. Quick Guides are: Hinged and laminated for durability and resistance to water damage Carefully organized with color illustrations for instant, easy answers Ideal for emergency situations with an at-your-fingertips format Just right for tight quarters, where space is an issue

The Skipper's Emergency Handbook is a handy waterproof guide that provides solutions to a range of nautical emergencies for coastal and offshore sailors so that they can head off problems before they become dire. Arranged in topics, it takes the reader through the particularproblem by means of flow charts, so they are guided to take the mostappropriate action first. Having identified the action needed, expandedtext then explains how to carry out the procedure. Topics includeabandon ship, broken boom, collision, dismasting, engine failure, fire,fog, holing, heavy weather, junk rigs, leaks, lightening strikes, manoverboard, medical emergencies, propeller problems, sail damage,steering gear, towing. With a clear head and this vital reference, the reader will possess the information needed to bring vessel and crew safely back to shore.

The Reeds VHF Handbook is an accessible, user friendly but comprehensive guide to marine VHF radio that helps users quickly get up to speed with all the functions on their equipment. Straightforward explanations and tips describe the leisure VHF DSC radio system in detail and its place within GMDSS. This brand new book incorporates all the information required to pass the Short Range Certificate, which is compulsory for anyone using a VHF DSC radio, and forms part of the process of obtaining the Day Skipper qualification. The book covers radio procedure, channel allocation, VHF radio theory and more, along with a full explanation of GMDSS, including details on EPIRBs, SARTs and Navtex. The Reeds VHF Handbook is an essential onboard reference, and set to become the standard work on the subject.