Where can I get a copy of the SOLAS V leaflets?
These leaflets, explaining the legal obligations of those who go to sea, even for recreation, are available from coastguards stations and the MCA Headquarters. A copy of the SOLAS V leaflet can also be found at www.mcga.gov.uk/c4mca/solas.pdf. What is the legal limit for drink-driving on a boat?There is at present no legal drink limit for driving a boat. Most harbour authorities impose their own drinking legislation through byelaws and have the power to ask the police to breathalyse a boat owner if they believe they are under the influence of alcohol. You may not be covered by your insurance if you are found to be under the influence of alcohol. Your judgement can become impaired a lot quicker at sea and will cause you to be unaware of your surroundings. It is the skipper’s responsibility to control the safe navigation of his/her craft and the skipper is also responsible for the crew onboard.
