Above: This example shows incorrect tied lines. Here only one length of rope is used, which is inherently unstable and allows the vessel to
move back and forth in the berth.

Above: Marina Operations Manager Steve McKeown demonstrates another example of the dangers of roping your vessel too far into the berth.

Which leads us to BOW SPRIT OVERHANG.
Most commonly this reflects incorrect
tying of vessels so that they are too far
into the berth – and it poses a serious hazard for those using the jetty,
especially at night.

Above: Marina Supervisor Brian Carver shows
the dangers of bowsprit overhang.

Above: Don’t wrap your power lead around your mooring line

Above: Don’t wrap your power lead over the anchor

Power cables should be attached to a
bungy cord using electrical tape or
cable ties.