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Operator Safety
The operator and
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passenger must wear an
approved personal
flotation device (PFD) at
all times because of the
drowning hazards
associated with boating.
Polaris recommends a
vest-type PFD (U.S.
Coast Guard type 1, 2, or
3). The seat of the
watercraft IS NOT a
flotation device.
A helmet may not provide
adequate protection
against all foreseeable
impacts and may
aggravate some injuries.
For example, if you fall
into the water and are
wearing a helmet, the
helmet could catch the
water and could cause
choking, severe and
permanent injuries or
death. A helmet also could increase the possibility of an accident if it
reduces your visibility or ability to hear or if its weight increases
fatigue. A helmet may provide increased personal injury protection, in
some situations. For example, a helmet might provide head protection
from impact with the watercraft or during a collision with other
watercraft or an obstacle.
It is recommended that all riders of the watercraft wear additional
personal protection including watercraft booties and a wet/dry suit.
These items will protect riders from exposure and potential hazards in
the water such as debris and hidden objects. Adequate eye protection
should be worn at all times because of water spray, sun, insects and
other objects.
Eye Protection
Vest-Type Personal
Flotation Device
Wet/Dry Suit
Gloves
(Optional)
Foot Protection
(Watercraft Booties)
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