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Ειναι το κείμενο από μια αφίσα της Αμερικάνικης Ομοσπονδίας. USRowing Safety Poster Text

ROW SAFE Rowers and Coxswains Do you know distress signals? Wave arms or shirts overhead, blow whistle or horn, raise one oar vertical to the boat (for eights) · Stay with swamped or capsized boat and use the boat for flotation · NEVER attempt to swim to shore, always stay with the boat · Do not use oar as flotation device · Use the buddy system at all times when not accompanied by launch · Know protocol for docking procedures Know the Venue Do you know and observe all traffic patterns? · Be aware of currents and tides · Identify & remember locations of submerged hazards Watch the Weather Do you stay aware of lighting and thunderstorms? · Watch for flood conditions and high winds · Do not row in heavy fog, even with lights and/or sound signals In Cold Weather When air is below 40 degrees and/or water below 50 degrees, keep launch within 100 yards of all shells · In these conditions hypothermia can set in quickly · Be aware of the dangers of cold water immersion and the symptoms of hypothermia In Hot Weather If sweat is excessive and fluids not continually replaced, dehydration may occur · Drink water before, during and after practice and limit time in the sun. · Never consume alcoholic beverages or use dangerous drugs while rowing · Plan activity level consistent with degree of heat, amount of sun exposure, and/or humidity · Wear light-colored clothing to deflect sun and apply sun block before heading outside Coaches Do you review rules and emergency procedures with all rowers on a regular basis? · Make sure that every rower has passed a swim test · Keep the log book in a prominent place · Communicate an action plan for emergencies · Keep equipment well-maintained and safe · Know and obey all local and federal regulations concerning all boating and safety requirements · Review rowing venue and conditions with coxswains and assistant coaches to identify hazards & tricky currents In and On the Boats Is the bowball firmly attached? · Check heel ties for secure quick-release · Maintain batteries on bow and stern lights · Carry a sound-producing or signaling device – horn or whistles Observe Club Rules Do you always log out and back in? · Learn any other site-specific or club-specific rules On the Launch Does the launch have enough life jackets for every rower? · Equip launch with bailers, paddles, first aid kit, fire extinguishers, anchor, extra line, flare kit and space blankets · Keep launch lights working · Carry VHF, FM marine radio or cell phone for communication and possible rescue Resources To learn more about boating safety and regulations, please visit www.usrowing.org