Homing in on Safety

Make sure your EPIRB will be ready and waiting when you need it

Of all the electronic gadgets available to today’s mariner, none has greater potential to save lives at sea than a vessel’s EPIRB. Here’s how to ensure yours is ready to sound the alarm when needed.
An EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon) is expected to operate flawlessly in the event of an emergency. That’s a challenge for any piece of electronics in the marine environment, particularly those continually exposed to extreme weather conditions and minimal maintenance. EPIRBs have an excellent track record in this regard; however, monthly inspection and testing is crucial for long-term reliability . ..

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