Capsizing

When a boat overturns or rolls over, often due to overloading, poor weight distribution, or sudden shifts in wind/water conditions.

Strategies to prevent accidents, including early course changes, clear signals, and adherence to ...

Placing too many passengers or too much weight on board, risking capsizing or swamping; boater ed...

A placard found on most boats under 20 feet stating the maximum weight/people the vessel can safe...

USCG classifications (Type I, II, III, IV, V) denoting different flotation devices for different ...

Equipment for removing water from the boat’s bilge area, preventing flooding or excessive weight....

Advising passengers not to sit on the gunwales (upper edges) of a moving boat without guardrails;...