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Monday, February 26, 1973

BOOKLET ON "SAFETY AFLOAT"

The Marine Department's booklet, "Safety Afloat", which is intended

for pleasure craft owners or potential owners, has been reprinted and

copies are available free of charge from the department at 102 Connaught

Road, Central.

Any member of the public who is an owner, operates or intends

to own or operate a pleasure craft in Hong Kong waters should obtain

a copy of this booklet and also a copy of the Merchant Shipping (Pleasure Vessels) Regulations available at Government Publications Centres.

An additional appendix has been added, drawing attention to

the dangers of carrying petrol and other inflammable liquids on vessels.

Any inquiries concerning pleasure craft should be directed to the

Small Craft Licensing Section of the Marine Department.

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