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A non-electric horn or whistle
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Extra engine oil
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Tool kit
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Spare propeller and mounting hardware
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Spare fuses
general boating safety topics
Safe Speed
Navigation rules state that a boat be operated at a safe speed
at all times. Determination of a safe speed involves consideration of
many factors, such as, but not limited to:
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Boating activity (tubing, water skiing, wakeboarding, wake
surfing, etc.)
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Boat traffic congestion
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Water conditions
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Environmental conditions (shore line, docks, and depth of water)
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Weather
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Visibility
The boat should not be driven at a rate of speed faster than will
allow it to be brought to a full stop within the operator's field of view
given the environmental conditions at the time. Safe speed for the
conditions and driver attention (lookout) are important factors in
avoiding collisions which may cause injury or death. When in doubt it
is prudent to slow down within adequate time and distance so as to
be able to assess the conditions and paths of other boats.
It is important to know the Rules of the Road, although do not assume
that all boaters also know the rules or that they will abide by them. Avoid
collisions by constantly assessing the ever-changing situation and be sure
to make appropriate speed and course changes early.
Passenger Safety
The operator of the boat is responsible for the safety of
the passengers, all skiers/riders, as well as his/her own safety.
Ensure that you and your passengers adhere to these safety
recommendations:
Any time you take your boat out, make sure that there is at least one
other passenger aboard who is familiar with the operation of your boat.
Ensure that all passengers are properly and securely seated in
appropriate seating locations to avoid falling or falling overboard.
While the engine is running, and while the boat is maneuvering,
all occupants should be properly seated. DO NOT stand while the
boat is moving.
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Sunglasses and sun block lotion
DO NOT sit on the engine box, seat backs, transom seating, sun
pad, boarding platform or gunnels while the boat is underway.
You could fall overboard and be hit by the propeller, or another
boat.
DO NOT allow objects, arms or legs, or any other body parts to
hang over the bow or gunnels. Stay within the boat.
Passengers should not sit in locations that obstruct the operator's
visibility.
Persons and gear should be stowed in a way that distributes
weight appropriately and in a manner that trims the boat properly
(pitch angle). Excessive weight at either the bow or the stern
relative to one another can cause trim problems leading to
reduced driver visibility, erratic steering, loss of control, or bow
submergence and flooding/swamping.
Passengers should be well aware of emergency equipment and
instructed in its use.
Passengers should assist with lookout duties and notify the
operator of any approaching watercraft or potentially unsafe
conditions to provide assistance with collision avoidance.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a deadly, colorless and odorless gas
produced by all engines and fuel-burning appliances. Even with the
best boat design and construction, plus the utmost care in inspection,
operation and maintenance, hazardous levels of carbon monoxide
may be present in or near the boat under certain conditions. The
boat owner, operator, as well as all boat occupants, must understand
the dangers of carbon monoxide and must comply with all safety
recommendations/requirements. For boats with cabins, always
ventilate the boat interior and avoid boating situations which cause
increased exposure.
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