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  "textContent": "**In an increasingly litigious world, every skipper needs a simple safety routine to prove they meet their duty of care afloat. Jon Mendez explains how**\n\nWe’re living in an increasingly litigious world, so every skipper needs a simple safety routine to protect themselves and their guests. Recent court cases have shown that if something does go wrong, regardless of whether it’s a private or a commercial trip, they expect you, as the skipper, to demonstrate an appropriate duty of care. […]\n\nThis article How to stay safe and legal on the water (and why logbooks still matter) appeared first on Motor Boat & Yachting.",
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