SONAR - Notes for Safety Crews SONAR Sailors While the Sonar is an open class, in Paralympic and World Sailing authorised competitions one or more the crew may be wheelchair users and unable to move about the boat to assist safety crews. Sailors with a disability may also compete in open events. In rescue situations, do not attempt to remove sailors with limited mobility from the yacht unless there is no alternative (it is much safer to unload the crew at the dock). If a sailor is injured or unwell, it is recommended to place a first aid person on board with the crew and tow the boat to dock as soon as possible. Cockpit The cockpit layout is fairly conventional and allows enough space for someone to come aboard. Sailors may use transfer benches and fixed or moveable seats of various configurations. Access & Egress Stepping on and off the yacht should be undertaken with care. The Sonar is a 25’ small day keelboat without lifelines. It is preferable to enter and exit over the side-decks at the shrouds or in to the cockpit. Preferably do not enter via the stern. Secure Tie-Up Points The secure tie-up point on the SKUD 18 is the mast base or through fittings on the foredeck. Alternatively, lines can be attached to the chainplates. Coming Alongside Only come alongside with the agreement of the Sonar crew. Use an inflatable RIB whenever possible as the hull can be damaged. If a rigid hull vessel must be used, ensure fenders are kept between the boats. The Sonar should be stationary or moving very slowly. Approach from astern and come alongside to windward. The safety boat crew should hold the yacht alongside by holding the chainplates. Towing Tow lines are not required by class rules, so safety boats should have tow lines available. The secure tie-up point on the SONAR is the mast base or through fittings on the foredeck. Page 23 of 33 Rob Ware 2016 11 29
SONAR - Notes for Safety Crews SONAR Sailors While the Sonar is an open class, in Paralympic and World Sailing authorised competitions one or more the crew may be wheelchair users and unable to move about the boat to assist safety crews. Sailors with a disability may also compete in open events. In rescue situations, do not attempt to remove sailors with limited mobility from the yacht unless there is no alternative (it is much safer to unload the crew at the dock). If a sailor is injured or unwell, it is recommended to place a first aid person on board with the crew and tow the boat to dock as soon as possible. Cockpit The cockpit layout is fairly conventional and allows enough space for someone to come aboard. Sailors may use transfer benches and fixed or moveable seats of various configurations. Access & Egress Stepping on and off the yacht should be undertaken with care. The Sonar is a 25’ small day keelboat without lifelines. It is preferable to enter and exit over the side-decks at the shrouds or in to the cockpit. Preferably do not enter via the stern. Secure Tie-Up Points The secure tie-up point on the SKUD 18 is the mast base or through fittings on the foredeck. Alternatively, lines can be attached to the chainplates. Coming Alongside Only come alongside with the agreement of the Sonar crew. Use an inflatable RIB whenever possible as the hull can be damaged. If a rigid hull vessel must be used, ensure fenders are kept between the boats. The Sonar should be stationary or moving very slowly. Approach from astern and come alongside to windward. The safety boat crew should hold the yacht alongside by holding the chainplates. Towing Tow lines are not required by class rules, so safety boats should have tow lines available. The secure tie-up point on the SONAR is the mast base or through fittings on the foredeck. Rob Ware 2016 11 29 Page 23 of 33