Securing at Sea

Tips for latching and attaching.

• Use line strong enough to hold the gear.

• Make certain the line is in good condition. Make fast the belay
objects from at least two points that, preferably, are near the
object.

• Lash tightly all objects against something solid (such as the

bulkhead).

• Make the lashings taut so that the object will not “work” with
the pitch and roll of the ship. Frequently check all lashings, and
tighten as necessary.

• Use chafing gears on sharp corners and rough surfaces.

• Never make fast your lashings to electric cables or small slightly

secured pipes, lagged pipes, door and hatch dogs or hinges,
electric motors, lifeline stanchions, or anything not solidly secured.

• Never block access to vents, fireplugs, switches, valves, doors,

or hatches.

Never underestimate the force of the sea!