Emergency Crew Book

When was the last time you saw something new on the market and just couldn’t believe how great an idea it was?

This fantastic, small, easy to read booklet that could save a life for only $19.95 is the answer.

After flicking through the booklet it became very clear that often I am the only person on the boat who knows where everything is and what to do in an emergency at sea. And although I always give a safety brief when people hop on board, it is very easy for this information to be forgotten quickly in the excitement of a day’s boating. With this new booklet I know now that my crew will be able to handle most difficult situations in case anything happened to me and that is piece of mind on its own as it may be my life they can save.

This new book is an absolute must have for all boats.

The book is written in plain English and features quick reference tabs covering useful topics like equipment location, mayday, first aid, run aground, fire, rough seas, starting the motor and trouble shooting.

The book comes in a sturdy clear dry bag with a lanyard rope, similar to the ones made for protecting cell phones and is to be hung in clear view. The book also has spaces for the skipper to fill in which will give specific instructions for their boat.

Coastguard New Zealand has given their support to the book giving the concept a big ‘thumbs up’

The Emergency Crew Book retails for $19.95, which makes it a perfect Christmas gift. It¹s available from Sailor¹s Corner, The Warehouse, Smart Marine, Boat Books, and online at www.emergencycrewbook.com

Reviewed by Leanne Tasman-Jones