Hull Scanning for ORCi and Stability
ORCi and Stability for a boat relies on an approved offset file. To obtain the data for this file, a boat’s hull may need to be scanned.
Ratings
News
Inspection of welded metal keels
Fatigue in metallic fabricated welded keels is a significant mode of keel failure globally. In recent decades there have been multiple keel failures resulting in loss of life, of which the majority was due to this mode. What is being done about it?
Safety
Learn about your child safeguarding obligations
As race officials, we are appointed to positions of trust within the sailing community and it is therefore our job to help create environments that are safe and welcoming for children.
Officials
Lithium-Ion Batteries for Racing Yachts
Lithium batteries can store a lot more energy with lower weight are becoming more practical and affordable. What are the benefits and problems boat owners need to consider?
Safety
Australian Sailing IRC Load Cell
Australian Sailing has purchased a new 25 tonne load cell for the purpose of weighing boats for ratings certificates.
Ratings
Marine Megafauna in Sailing
A draft guidance document was released at the 2025 World Sailing Annual Conference titled Marine Megafauna in Sailing.
Safety
Ratings
Requesting redress on behalf of the boat
Race committees can, and often should, request redress on behalf of the boat, especially if the boat has been damaged by another boat or were giving help to another.
Racing Rules
The Role of VHF Radio in Emergencies
In the high-pressure environment of sailing races, safety depends heavily on effective communication.
Safety
What can crew do to stay safe on board?
In the leadup to this sailing season’s major offshore events, this is a timely reminder of the importance of each crew member taking responsibility for their own safety equipment and their part in creating a safe environment on board.
Safety
Why updating your beacon registration matters
Every EPIRB and PLB on board must be properly registered with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, with good reason.
Safety
Common rule 42 breaches
Sailors in off the beach classes may find a yellow flag pointed their way for a breach of rule 42. Why is it so and what is it likely for?
Racing Rules
Develop Your People
Developing race officials matters because it allows clubs to deliver their sailing program, and leads to higher retention of volunteers and better delivery of regattas.
Official
Racing Rules
Using SailPass
Clubs are reminded about the good reasons to use SailPass to register casual participants with Australian Sailing.
Safety
Racing Rules
Save The App
The Emergency Plus app is the app that could save your life. The app is a free app developed by Australia’s emergency services that uses GPS to help Triple Zero (000) with critical location details.
Safety
MOB Drill and Skipper Responsibility
Practicing man overboard drills is the responsibility of the skipper and crew should make it as authentic as possible.
Safety
Ratings
Lifejackets and Skipper’s Responsibility
Skippers of racing yachts are directed that it is their responsibility to ensure an approved lifejacket is worn by all crew on board when engaged in competitive yacht racing activities.
Safety
Ratings
Inadvertent Activation of PLBs and AIS
The inadvertent activation of PLB and AIS is still quite prevalent in our sport.
Safety
Ratings
Racing Rules
Get the Measurement Form
There’s a lot to think about when you’re buying a second-hand boat, so it’s easy to forget something. One thing you should always check for is a measurement form, as it can save headaches later.
Ratings
Racing Rules