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Chapter 5: Boating Emergencies—What To Do
Contents

• Risk Management
  • Increased Risk Due to Boating Stressors
  • Increased Risk Due to Dehydration
  • Minimize Risk of Boating Accidents—Avoid Alcohol
  • Minimize Risk of Drownings—Wear PFDs (Life Jackets)
• Boating Accidents
  • Capsizing, Swamping, or Falling Overboard
  • Avoiding Collisions
  • Dealing With Fire Emergencies
  • Running Aground
• Personal Injuries
  • Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia
  • Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
  • Responding to Other Serious Injuries
• Weather Emergencies
  • How To Avoid Severe Weather
  • What To Do if Out in Severe Weather
• Summoning Help
• Chapter 5 Summary
• Review Questions for Chapter 5: Boating Emergencies—What To Do

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