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Code of Practice for Small Sailing Vessels
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Code of Practice

9 Steering Gear

9.1 A vessel should be provided with efficient means of steering.

9.2 The control position should be located so that the person conning the vessel has a clear view for the safe navigation of the vessel.

9.3 When a steering gear is provided which has remote control, arrangements should be made for emergency steering in the event of failure of the control.