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Solo sailors manage collision risks and fatigue through a combination of redundant technical systems and structured sleep routines. To maintain situational awareness, the owner of the 17-ton steel yacht Raikia utilizes an AIS receiver configured to trigger an alarm if a vessel crosses within one nautical mile in under 18 minutes.1:29 Radar serves primarily to detect squalls and weather fronts, while a mast-mounted radar reflector and dual sets of navigation lights—one at deck level and one at the masthead—improve visibility to other ships.2:41 For sleep, the owner targets 90-minute intervals to align with natural sleep cycles, avoiding the health risks of 20-minute alarm cycles.3:35

Safety upgrades include replacing a 60 cm lifeline with an 85 cm stainless steel railing and ensuring all critical systems, such as steering and power generation, have backups.5:44 The vessel features a mechanical windvane, an autopilot, and an emergency tiller.7:12 To handle the boat alone, the owner relies on a midship spring line for docking and uses a climbing harness for mast work.9:12 Practical safety measures include wearing footwear on deck to prevent injury and carrying anti-nausea medication for the initial days of a passage.9:58

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