HURRICANE PREP - EPIRB OWNER TIP
Posted on September 12, 2018
IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO BE STAYING ON THE BOAT
- Remove the beacon from boat and store in a dry place to prevent false activation.
- Update your contact information on your beacon registration in case of false activation.
- In the U.S., update your registration with NOAA at: www.beaconregistation.noaa.gov
IF YOU ARE GOING TO BE STAYING ON THE BOAT
- Inspect the mounting bracket to make sure it is securely mounted.
- Make sure the beacon is properly installed in bracket. (Lanyard facing in.)
- If Applicable, make sure SeaShelter (Cat. I) lid is correctly installed and secured.
- Update your contact information on your beacon registration in case of false activation.
- In the U.S., update your registration with NOAA at: www.beaconregistation.noaa.gov
- Understand that rescue efforts during a storm could be unlikely. Be prepared to survive the environment you are placing yourself in. Rescue resources may not be available until well after a storm passes