Boating Under The Influence; Operator's License And Education - Centurion Ri257 Owner's Manual

Boating Regulations & Your Responsibilities
involved, the owner/operator must file a formal report within 48 hours of the
accident. An owner/operator has 10 days to file a formal report for accidents
exceeding $500 in property damage or complete loss of boat.

BOATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

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As the owner/operator, you are responsible for the alcohol and drug use, as well
as on-board behavior, of your passengers.
Regulations and penalties for operators and passengers may vary from state to
state. Contact your local and state boating authorities for specific information.

OPERATOR'S LICENSE AND EDUCATION

This manual does not provide complete training on all aspects of boating safety,
operation or regulations. Boating authorities highly recommend that all boat
operators and passengers seek additional training in boating safety and
seamanship from a USCG-approved course.
Some states require youths 16 years of age and younger to complete a boating
safety course before operating any watercraft. Many others require operators
under the age of 18 to be licensed in small boat operation.
Check with your state and local authorities for requirements of operator's license,
certificate or training before you or anyone operates your boat.
See References and Contact Information on page 1-6 for a list of some of the
agencies and organizations that offer water/boating safety courses, first aid/CPR,
or other recommended training and/or information.
Federal and state laws prohibit the operation of a
boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,
and authorities actively enforce these regulations. If
the operator's blood alcohol content is 0.08% or
above, violators are subject to civil and criminal pen-
alties and imprisonment. Operating a boat under the
influence can also result in a loss of motor vehicle
driving privileges.
Alcohol and drugs slow your reaction time and affect
your judgment. This type of impaired operation may
result in death or severe personal injury.
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