Required Safety Equipment; Personal Flotation Devices - Regal 3760 Owner's Manual

♦ In case of emergency: Know the international distress
signals if you have a VHF radio aboard. The spoken word
"MAYDAY" is the international signal of distress and is
for emergency use only. Under no circumstances should
this word be used, unless there is danger at hand.
♦ Posted speed limits, swimming areas, "no wake" zones
and other restrictions should be red-flagged. They are so
noted for a reason. Sensible boat use, plus courtesy, equals
enjoyable and safe boating.
♦ It is your responsibility to stay abreast of all federal,
state and local rules, as some laws or regulations may
change or be different from state to state. Contact your
local boating agencies for updated information.
♦ We can not stress safety enough! Remember, there are
no brakes on your boat, and the water current and wind
velocity all affect your ability to respond. The driver must
use caution at all times to maintain control of his vessel
and especially to keep a safe distance from other boats
and obstacles.
♦ Always keep all safety gear in optimum condition.
Pay special attention to attached tags and plates indicating
expiration dates on equipment such as fire extinguishers,
and personal flotation devices. Encourage a periodic
maintenance check on all safety equipment. Contact your
Regal dealer or marine professional for more information.
Again, remember that the captain is responsible for his
passengers and vessel.

REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT

PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES

All personal flotation devices (PFD's) must be Coast
Guard approved, in good working condition, and must
be the correct size for the wearer. All PFD's must be
readily accessible. This means being able to wear them
in a reasonable amount of time in case of an emergency
(fire, boat sinking, etc.). They should not be stored or
locked in closed areas Also, make sure that all coverings
are removed such as plastic from any PFD's. Throwable
devices such as a ring buoys need to be available for
immediate deployment. A PFD should be worn at all
times when your boat is operating on the water. A PFD
may save your life, but it must be worn to do so.
As minimum U. S. Coast Guard requirements all
recreational boats must carry one type I, II, III, or V
PFD (wearable) for each person aboard. See the
explaination following for each type. For type V to be
counted they must be used according to the label
instructions. In addition, all boats over 16' must carry one
Type IV (throwable) PFD.
Some states require that PFD's be worn by children of
specific ages at all times. Check with state boating agencies
for particular requirements in your state before taking
children on the water.
Remember PFD's will not necessarily keep you from
drowning, even though they are designed to keep a person
from sinking. When purchasing PFD's make sure it safely
fits the person wearing it. It is a good idea to test PFD's in
a lifeguarded shallow pool before venturing on the water.
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