{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E(Published August 2026)\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThis is guidance and is not compulsory but is designed to help those who wish to operate safety craft in support of water activities. \u0026nbsp;It is the responsibility of the Permit Holder to ensure appropriate safety cover is in place for the activity they are going to deliver. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EYour safety boat requirements should be determined by the risk assessment for the activity you are undertaking and may vary depending on the conditions. Safety boats can be powered or manual, it is important that an appropriate craft is chosen for the role it needs to undertake. \u00A0For some activities it may be appropriate to be in the same craft as those in the session, for example in Kayaking or Canoeing, carrying additional equipment (such as a tow line) to help ensure the safety of the activity. In other activities it may be appropriate to have a separate powered craft with its own dedicated crew. Safety craft in this context are those in addition to any craft being used by the activity leader for the activity.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EPlease remember that a power boating permit should not be issued for the operation of safety boats. Powerboat permits are only to be issued to those running Powerboating as an activity described in this \u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/general-activity-guidance/motorised-water-activities/power-boating/\u0022\u003Efactsheet.\u003Cspan class=\u0022MsoCommentReference\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ansi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportAnnotations]--\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca style=\u0022mso-comment-reference: IL_1; mso-comment-date: 20260423T1453; mso-comment-done: yes;\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\u0022mso-element: comment-list;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKey Considerations\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBoat suitability\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThe boat chosen for the task must consider the following:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EDuration of task and contingency \u2013 fuel capacity, crew comfort etc.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ESpace needed for potential first aid tasks e.g. CPR of a casualty.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EMaximum number of people expected to need recovery at one time.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003ERCD rating for expected water conditions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EIf there is only one boat type available, the task design and operations must be risk assessed with boat capacity as a constraint.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESafety Boat Crew\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ETo be a member of Safety Boat Crew, you should either have completed the RYA Safety Boat Qualification, British Canoeing equivalent, or have relevant experience in crewing a Safety Boat.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EFor someone with little or no experience in crewing a Safety Boat an introduction session must take place with a qualified (RYA Safety Boat) person, this session should include the basics of crewing a Safety Boat including;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Courier New\u0027; mso-fareast-font-family: \u0027Courier New\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;o\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003EMan Overboard Scenario\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Courier New\u0027; mso-fareast-font-family: \u0027Courier New\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;o\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003ERescuing a craft relevant to the activity\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; 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line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EA Safety Boat Crew should have some experience in the activity they are providing safety boat cover for.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ESafety Boat crew should have the physical capability to perform rescues to both craft and people and may be required to enter the water if relevant.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ESafety crew should have access to a relevant first aid kit and have appropriate training in how to respond in an emergency given the kit provided.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHelm\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ETo helm a Safety Boat, you should have the appropriate qualifications or technical competency to undertake this role. This can be shown through a qualification such as the RYA Safety Boat or through proven experience. The leader in charge of the activity is responsible for ensuring the technical competency of the safety boat helm.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EA Safety Boat Helm should have some experience in the activity they are providing safety boat cover for and should understand the rescue techniques required for that activity.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E\u00B7\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EHold a marine VHF licence if VHF is the chosen form of \u003Ca style=\u0022mso-comment-reference: IL_2; mso-comment-date: 20260423T1542; mso-comment-done: yes;\u0022\u003Ecommunication when operating in a marine environment.\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022MsoCommentReference\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ansi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportAnnotations]--\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportAnnotations]--\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Powered Safety Boat"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThe person who is in the Safety Boat should have experience of rescue in the relevant craft for the activity.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThe person in the safety boat should have a relevant qualification or technical competence in rescuing the craft/ people they are safety boating for. (e.g. someone who is safety boating in a canoe for a kayak session should either hold the Paddle UK Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Qualification or have relevant experience in rescuing kayaks/ people from a canoe).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThe person in the safety boat should have the physical capability to perform relevant rescues.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EThe craft used as a safety boat should be appropriate to rescue the craft/ people taking part in the activity.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003ESafety crew should have access to a relevant first aid kit and have appropriate training in how to respond in an emergency given the kit provided.\u003C/span\u003E \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Non-Powered Safety Boat"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EDepending on the location and the conditions, your activity risk assessment must define the safety equipment and PPE required, it could include:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l22 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EPersonal floatation: Buoyancy Aid or Life Jacket\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul style=\u0022margin-top: 0cm;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l8 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: \u0027Aptos\u0027,sans-serif;\u0022\u003EFlares (Day/Night varieties available). 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