64
SVN Solovelanet Global
It is not enough to do this half an hour before lea-
ving as conditions can change significantly in that
time. Preparation is essential, using tide charts
and any current information to prepare a plan in
advance. However you must always be ready to
adapt your plan in relation to current circumstance
and this is why you should avoid briefing your crew
until just before you depart – as you don't want
to confuse any less-experienced sailors! Finally, in
the event that wind and current keep us close to
the pier; we will use a combination of spring and
motor to control the safe movement of the bow or
stern.
Berthing into the elements
When approaching your berth, the effect of wind
and tide on the speed of your boat must be taken
into account in order to plan a good docking.
You will look for signs of currents like floating
weeds and at the same time you will look for si-
International port traffic signals 1
Flashing
60/minutes
Serious emergency all vessel
to stop or divert according to
istructions
Fixed or
slow
occulting
Vessel shall not proceed
(Note some ports may use an exemption
signal, as show below)
Fixed or
slow
occulting
Vessel may proceed.
One way traffic
Fixed or
slow
occulting
Vessel may proceed.
Two way traffic
Fixed or
slow
occulting
A vessel my proceed when she
has received specific order to
do so, by VHF or other means.
A view of the Port-de-Crail in France
