• Understand that various items of Personal Sea Safety equipment have set limitations and must be fit for purpose ie the right size to support the weight of the person wearing it for the location they intend to go in the expected seasonal temperature.

• Be aware of the correct method of donning safety equipment to ensure all necessary belts, buckles zips and other fastenings are fully and correctly fastened and the appropriate under garments or number of layers are worn for the prevailing conditions.

• Competent In ensuring that not only your safety equipment is the of the right type and fastened correctly but be able to assess the appropriateness of colleagues.

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