These regulations represent minimum standards of preparedness for racing in the Jolly Harbour Yacht Club Winter Series. They do not replace, but rather supplement, the requirements of applicable local or national authority for boating, the Racing Rules of Sailing, the Rules of Class Associations and any applicable rating rules. It is not an exhaustive list nor is it a substitute for good seamanship and preparation. Each competitor shall be solely responsible for the safe preparation of their boat. 

Required equipment includes:

1. Softwood plugs, or other suitable materials, tapered to fit into all through hull fittings.

2. Lifelines and bow and stern pulpits, or lifelines secured in such a way as to form a stern pulpit of
not less than 18" in height, except lifelines may be split at the bow to facilitate sheeting. Lifelines
shall be taut with not more than seven feet between supports, taut being defined as no apparent sag
between supports. Lifelines shall be attached securely and in such a way that no part of the system is
elastic in nature. With regard to hiking and positioning of crew on the rail, the requirements of RRS
rule 49.2 must be met.

3. Fire extinguisher, charged and in date, accessible from the deck.

4. Two buckets of not less than two gallons capacity, fitted with lanyards of suitable strength and
length.

5. One anchor with chain of suitable size for the boat's length and displacement with a suitable rode
of a least 150 feet in length. No part of the anchor shall overhang the ends of the boat while racing.

6. A first aid kit suitable for rendering first aid treatment in minor emergencies.

7. Charts covering the area to be raced.

8. Lifejackets constructed to an accepted standard for each person on board with a whistle attached.
Lifejackets shall be of suitable size for the intended wearer and be readily accessible.

9. One life ring capable of supporting the largest member of the crew in the water and positioned
above deck such that it is immediately available for use in an emergency.

10. Heaving line at least 50 feet in length, capable of floating, positioned above deck such that it is
immediately available for use in an emergency.

11. Three red hand flares and two orange smoke flares.

12. VHF radio capable of transmitting and receiving on the emergency and Race Committee
channels.

13. A compass suitable for navigation.

14. A shut off valve in working order shall be fitted to each fuel tank.

15. Hatches, companionways, and ports shall be capable of being watertight while racing.

16. Cockpits must be self-bailing and fitted with adequate drains.

17. Sufficient water shall be carried on board so that at the finish of the race there remains at least
one pint per person.

April 2026