Only use a life raft if there is no hope of saving the boat and the command abandon ship is given by the Skipper. A partially submerged boat is safer and easier for rescuers to see. Utilizing the life-raft significantly improves your likelihood of survival. It helps protect against cold water shock) and hypothermia (when entered while dry, while also keeping you and your crew together. The content of the presentation will cover details of life-raft types, equipment, stowage, hydrostatic release, launching, embarkation, cut, stream & closing, maintenance and additional recommended survival items. For more details watch the PRESENTATION