These boats shall comply with the following regulations; but if class rules provide a higher standard then class rules apply.
(1) Buoyancy: Boats shall either be self-righting from 90 degrees or have enough reserve buoyancy to support the boat and crew for at least 30 minutes following a capsize. Boats shall be equipped with suitable means for bailing or pumping.
(2) Flares: Boats shall carry in a waterproof pack at least two red hand flares and two orange smoke flares.
(3) Fire Extinguisher: Boats carrying engine or cooking fuel shall carry a fire extinguisher and a stout bucket of 9 litres min. capacity attached to a lanyard.
(4) Personal buoyancy: Boats shall carry personal buoyancy or lifejackets for each crew member at least sufficient to comply with RRS 40.1.
(5) Man Overboard: Boats shall carry a rescue quoit or throw bag with at least 15m of floating line and at least one lifebuoy or lifesling.
(6) First Aid: Boats shall carry a waterproof first aid pack with instructions.
(7) Anchor: Boats shall carry a suitable anchor and sufficient warp to hold the boat in 15m depth of water in the expected racing conditions.
(8) Compass: Boats shall carry a suitable compass - handheld acceptable.
(9) Equipment: All equipment, fittings and engines shall be securely fastened.