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The book containing the Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft is now available. It has been produced in joint cooperation by The Maritime Safety Directorate and The Irish Coast Guard.

The Code sets out current legislative requirements governing recreational craft, as well as providing detailed guidance and information on best practice for the safe operation of such craft. 

The Code applies to all recreational craft operating in coastal and inland waters whether used for competitive or non-competitive purposes.  It covers sailing craft, including windsurfers, motorboats, ski boats, craft propelled using outboard engines, personal watercraft, canoes, kayaks and non-powered craft.

Howth Coast Guard strongly recommend that you familiarise yourself with the contents of this book before taking any craft to sea.

It is available from, Government Publications Office, Molesworth St. Dublin 2 or through any bookseller. ISBN; 0-7557-7234-2 Price e10.00

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