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- Click ‘Get Form’ to open the distress signals for boats document in the editor.
- Ensure your radiotelephone is powered on and select VHF Channel 16 (156.8 MHz) as instructed.
- Press the microphone button and clearly state: 'MAYDAY – MAYDAY – MAYDAY'.
- Provide your call sign and boat name, repeating it three times for clarity.
- State your boat name again after saying 'MAYDAY'.
- Indicate your location by mentioning nearby navigational aids or landmarks.
- Describe the nature of your distress succinctly.
- Provide the number of persons aboard and any conditions of injured individuals.
- Estimate the present seaworthiness of your boat.
- Briefly describe your boat's specifications including length, type, color, trim, and masts.
- Conclude by stating: 'I WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16' followed by your call sign or boat name.
- Release the microphone button and listen for a response. If none is received, repeat from step 3.
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