7 Tips To Make Your Yacht Floor Slip-Proof For A Safe Boating Experience

Riding a boat or cruising a yacht is an utterly enjoyable activity. Passengers get to be surrounded by water and fresh, salty air — offering them an opportune time to wind down and relax. However, their boating experience can be negatively affected if injuries like slips occur. From investing in marine insulation to placing non-slip mats, here are different ways to slip-proof your yacht.

Keep your floors dry. This is the simplest way you avoid slipping accidents in your yacht. Apart from checking the weather conditions (to avoid yachting while raining), make it a habit to wash your deck regularly and prevent creating slippery spots.

Use marine coatings. If you want to reduce condensation substantially, applying marine insulation is the way to go. These coatings are engineered to prevent your surfaces from absorbing moisture, effectively preventing water buildup. That way, your floors won’t be slippery and will be safer to navigate. Another benefit of these coatings is that they protect your yacht’s substrates from coming into contact with corrosive substances, thereby maximizing their lifespan. On top of this, they have insulation and soundproofing properties that help boost your yacht passenger’s comfort.

Place slip-resistant mats. These mats are made to prevent slip accidents from happening. Some mats are self-adhesive; others are not. Installing the former is a no-brainer — you just have to ensure that you’re putting them in the right place because adjusting their positions are difficult. If you’re installing the latter, ensure proper surface preparation (the surface must be thoroughly clean and dry). You must carefully follow the manufacturer’s recommendation from the application to curing.

Use non-skid cleaning products. Even the best non-slip mats can lose their anti-slip properties if not maintained and cleaned. However, when cleaning these items, you have to use specially made non-skid cleaning products. These cleaning solutions are designed to remove dirt, stains, and grim from non-skid surfaces. Additionally, they also have the capacity to prevent future soiling, which makes long-term maintenance easier.

Remove loose objects on your deck. Sometimes, it’s not the floor itself that causes slip accidents on yachts — it’s the clutter. By keeping your yacht’s deck (and hallways) free of loose objects like tools, bins, and ladders, you can help ensure the safety of your crew and passengers alike.

Install safety rails. Cruising along the water and riding on waves can be unstable at times. This is why it pays to have safety rails throughout your yacht, especially on your deck. They also provide an additional safety measure — rails are something that someone can hold on to in case they get involved in a slip accident. Just make sure that your railings are well-maintained and not wobbly.

Have crew and passengers wear proper footwear. All these above mentioned tips, including the application of marine insulation coatings, are things you can do from your end. On top of these, you have to educate and inform all who will board your yacht about the possibility of slip accidents. To keep them safe, remind them to wear footwear with excellent grip.

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