2. The boat should be stable enough to allow the whole crew to sit on the gunwale without dipping it under, or the craft capsizing. As a guide, it is recommended that the beam should not be less than the cube root of LWL squared.

3. The boat should carry sufficient positive buoyancy to support itself, together with stores and partially immersed crew, plus a reserve of not less than 112 lbs. This buoyancy should be so disposed that it is possible for the crew to put the boat back in sailing condition after capsizing or swamping.

4. The vessel should be one with at least a foredeck.

5. Mast, rigging, fittings, etc must be strong enough to withstand capsizing forces.

6. The following equipment should be carried aboard:

(a) Lifejackets for each member of the crew, and one spare if possible.

(b) Oilskins and plenty of warm clothing for each crew member.

(c) An anchor (if a ‘fisherman’, one pound weight for each foot of overall length is a good guide), and a strong warp (not less than 15 fathoms).

(d) Two bailers attached to the vessel by lanyards, or one bilge pump of substantial capacity, plus one bailer.

(e) Two oars and rowlocks (secured to the vessel by lanyards) and one spare rowlock. Paddles are not considered a satisfactory substitute.

(f) Drinking water more than sufficient for the whole cruise. At least three pints per person per day.

7. The following equipment, additional to the items above, is advised for extended cruises:

(a) Navigation equipment such as charts, pilot books and a means for plotting a course.

(b) A reliable steering compass and one pocket compass. If practicable, the steering compass should be kept in one position and checked for deviation.

(c) A barometer.

(d) First aid box and instructions.

(e) Watertight containers holding daylight and night type flares, or other similarly effective distress signals.

(f) A powerful light to conform to the Board of Trade Regulations, and at least one spare electric torch.

(g) A loud horn, bell, whistle or other means of giving audible warning in thick weather.

8. Mainsail canvas should be at least one grade heavier than that used on a similar sized racing dinghy, and should be reefable at sea.

Consult technical committee if in doubt.