Inland Waters Small Passenger Boat Code

9          STEERING GEAR / STEERING POSITION

9.1 A vessel should be provided with an effective means of steering.

9.2 The control position should be located so that the person steering the vessel has a clear view for safe navigation.

9.3 A risk assessment should consider the consequences of steering failure.  Emergency steering arrangements should be provided, where there would be a risk to the safety of passengers.

9.4 Arrangements may take the form of a tiller to fit to the head of the rudder stock, or a steering oar as appropriate, taking into account the nature of the operation of the vessel concerned.