Level 7: Man-Over-Board Maneuvers

Should you see someone fall overboard YELL 'MAN OVERBOARD' move to place outside the Boom Envelope while keeping your eye on the MOB, stand (if possible and point to the MOB.  NEVER take your eye off the MOB and CONTINUE TO POINT to the MOB until they are retrieved.  The helmsman or maintrimmer deploys the 'horse-shoe, MOB-pole, strobe' package as quickly as possible. The Mastman prepares to Genoa-halyard for a douse. The helmsman initiates a turn to windward. As soon as the Genoa stops drawing it is doused. The Mainsheet is hauled all the way on, so the boom is centered and held there.
As the boat tacks, the Mainsail is held at the centerline. Continue to turn until running nearly downwind to a point where the boat can be jibed and sailed nearly closehauled back to the MOB. As you approach the MOB ease the mainsail to reduce speed so that the boat is nearly at a standstill when you make contact with the MOB.
Depending on the size and condition of the crewman in the water, it may necessary to haul him aboard with a tackle. Use a Spinnaker Halyard to set the tackle.
In case of difficult conditions, the lifesling should be deployed. Steer the boat in circles around the MOB until he can reach the lifesling. Using the hoisting tackle, bring the victim aboard.
Once the MOB is aboard, bring him/her below and assess their medical condition. Apply first aid, warming blankets and other measures as needed. If there is a medical emergency requiring outside assistance, declare a MAYDAY on channel 16 of the VHF and work with the Coast Guard to get assistance.
As soon as possible, lower all sails and engage the engine
Additional information on use and deployment of a Life Sling from US Sailing.
Additional information on the quickstop from US Sailing.

There are several types of MOB manouvers. USCG website have good descriptions of them. It is MANDATORY that the crew practice at least 2 MOBs per month. Use a fender as a victim. Practice with and without the skipper taking an active role.