2.7.8 Signalling rockets

Pleasure yachts are obligated to carry 4 manual rockets with red light and 4 manual orange smoke signals as required.
Always verify the legislation of the Country in whose waters the yacht is going to navigate.

• The signalling rockets have a limited lifetime; it is therefore necessary to check their expiry date and eventually to replace them.
• The floating smoke signals, visible up to 4 km, have to be used with the daylight, to indicate the correct position.
• The red light rockets, visible up to 10 km, are designed for night use, but they can also be seen during the day.
• Before using the signalling rockets, always wait for the arrival of an air plane or to see persons on the shore or on other boats.
• Store the signalling rockets away from flammable liquids and from other fuels.
• As the content of the signalling rockets absorbs the moisture, make sure to have them located in a dry and accessible place.
• All persons boarded must know the place of the signalling rockets and the method of use.
• Carefully follow the activation instruction for all signalling rockets.
• Every month, and in any case before any trip, check that there are no obstacles to their immediate use.

DANGER

Keep the signalling rockets away from heat sources, flammable liquids or naked flames, and out of the reach of children.

DANGER

Once the signalling rocket has been lit, never direct it towards persons, there is a risk of burns and scalds.

WARNING

The signalling rockets have a limited lifetime indicated on their containers. Once expired, contact the rockets suppliers which offer a disposal service. Do not light them unless necessary, because they can activate the Emergency Services.