Boating Accidents - Regal 3300 Owner's Manual

BOATING ACCIDENTS

• Drowning by not wearing life jackets.
• Mixing boating and alcohol. Remember the skipper is responsible
for his boat and crew.
• Distracted driving due to using cell phones, conversing, etc.
• Trying to reach the bow by the deck walk-around while the boat is
moving too fast.
• Someone sitting on the bow, deck, or swim platform while underway.
• Choosing a boating outing day with inclement weather, especially
with high winds and thunderstorms in the forecast or staying out
when bad weather is approaching..
• Disembarking without checking all fluids or systems and especially
fuel system components.
• Not monitoring the boating traffic or possible obstructions around
you.
• Emergency communications equipment, signaling devices, and
navigation lights not working.
• Improper boat handling especially high speed turns in rough water.
Improper trim.
• Being too far from shore with inadequate fuel supply or navigational
aids.
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Safety On Board
The following is a list of common causes of
boating accidents. Be aware of them and take the
necessary steps to ensure that your crew and
yourself are educated and prepared to act in an
emergency.
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