Anchoring systems
An anchoring system usually comprises a Danforth or mushroom anchor connected to a chain about two metres long, which in turn is roped to a buoy.
Available anchors vary in weight from 5 kg to 30 kg. Buoy size is calculated based on the weight of the anchor selected; diameters vary from 20 cm to 99 cm.
Function
The buoy is connected by a mooring rope to a turbidity curtain or hydrocarbon containment boom to keep them in place. A smaller buoy (optional) may be installed to mark anchor location.
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Standards
Buoys comply with the Canadian Coast Guard’s Canadian Aids to Navigation System standards (TP 968) and Transport Canada’s Owner’s Guide to Private Buoys (TP 14799E).