Vessel safety and emergencies
Fire, water ingress, running aground, collision and person overboard require quick, orderly action. People are protected first, then the vessel; anyone who can gives assistance and, if necessary, calls for help.
- 45 questions in this topic
- Topic 15 of 16 in the course: Swiss boat licence – theory for motorboat & sailing boat (A, D)
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From the key facts
- In the event of an accident, the boatmaster takes all measures to protect and rescue the people on board; those involved remain available for the establishment of the facts (BSV art. 12 para. 1–2).
- Obligation to assist people and vessels in danger, as far as compatible with one's own safety; police immediately if there are injured, dead or missing persons (art. 12 para. 3–4).
All key facts, the questions with explanations and the exam simulation are part of the course.
Legal references for this topic
The questions in this topic are based on these provisions:
- BSV art. 6, 10, 12, 13, 34, 40, 41, 45, 51, 57a, 58, 121, 122, 123, 129, 131, 134, 134a; annex 15, annex 19