Learn how to conduct MOB drills and recover a crewmate from the water. Take the steps to prevent it from ever being necessary.

A first aid kit is an essential first step but it might be the skills like recognizing hypothermia or performing CPR that could save a life.

Operating on your boat in the middle of the ocean is less daunting when you’re equipped with the proper knowledge and tools.

Pilots use a pre-flight checklist before they fly. Use our sailing safety checklist to properly maintain your boat and safety equipment.

Leaders made here. Resolve to be a leader for sailing safety. You don’t need to own a boat or be the most experienced sailor.

Here you’ll find links to regulatory documents, accident reports and a complete archive of our audio and video material.

Are you CBCA (confused by communication acronyms) and want to decipher VHF, EPIRB, GPIRB, SOLAS, PLB, AIS and DSC?

Something has gone terribly wrong and it’s time to abandon ship. Does everyone know the drill and is your equipment ready?

Sailors need to understand what to expect and how to properly communicate with the Coast Guard or local SAR organization.

This section focuses on how to use meteorology to understand forecasts and how to sail in challenging weather conditions.