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Manual Propelling Device

Oars or paddles - a manual propelling devices used to move a boat by human power.A manual propelling device is a set of oars, paddles or another device that uses human power to propel a vessel.

A manual propelling device is required on all boats up to 9 metres to provide a manual means of propelling the boat if the engine quits.

Before each boating trip you should check that your manual propelling device is within reach and ready for use.

 

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