BOATsmart! USA Knowledge Base
Module 06 - Other Water Activities Emergency Preparation
How to Respond to a Boat Fire Emergency
STEP 1: Immediately turn off the engine.
STEP 2: Station your passengers away from the source of the fire.
STEP 3: Make sure everyone on the boat is wearing a Coast Guard-approved lifejacket.
STEP 4: Use your fire extinguisher to put out the blaze.
If you’re able to safely eliminate even just ONE of the fire’s main ingredients (i.e. fuel, oxygen, or heat), you’ll be able to extinguish the fire. This is a fire-fighting tactic that should only be attempted by responsible adults.
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