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NSBC BoatBeat Blog: Search and Rescue Process
If a boater is in distress, they should contact search and rescue assets via VHF-DSC marine band radio, or with an EPIRB or PLB. It is the boater’s responsibility to contact search and rescue assets.
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NSBC BoatBeat Blog: EPIRB and PLB
An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon, or EPIRB, is used to alert Search and Rescue forces in the event of an emergency.
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NSBC BoatBeat Blog: Boating Emergency Preparedness
A boating emergency can happen anytime, anywhere — and does not only refer to a problem with the vessel, but also to any dangerous situation involving a passenger.
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NSBC BoatBeat Blog: Boating Preparedness Recommendations
At a minimum, a boater should make sure that safety and other related equipment are on their vessel and in good working condition before each outing.
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