SAFETY FIRST AT SEA
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When operating a boat never drink alcohol.
- Always wear a properly fitted life jacket if you are not a Sailing aficionado
- Always wear a properly fitted life jacket if you are not a Sailing aficionado
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Always operate your boat at a safe speed.
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Be sure you have the proper safety equipment for your
vessel and maintain it.
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At all times be aware of your surroundings, including
weather conditions, waves, currents, storms, fog, etc.
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Always check the weather forecast for your destination
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Plan clothing, equipment and supplies accordingly
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Take a boating safety course
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Make sure you know how to swim and take a course on
how to rescue others from drowning.
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Avoid making to much noise. Noisy motors are illegal
and prevent boat operators from hearing voices signals and warnings of danger.
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File a float plan with family or friends.
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Be conscious of environmental issues, fuelling,
habitat damage and wildlife harassment.
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Travel responsibly on designated waterways and launch
your watercraft in designated areas.
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Always have a designated lookout to keep an eye out
for the other boaters, objects and swimmers.
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Comply with all signs and barriers. This includes
speed limits, no wake zones and under water obstructions, etc.
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Make every effort to always go boating with a partner.
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Make sure have enough fuel and oil for the entire
trip.
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Make sure your owner’s manual and registration is on
board in waterproof containers.
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Always carry a Coastguard approved working fire
extinguisher.
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Know your limitations. Apply sunscreen, drinks lots of
water and watch your energy level.
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Know distress signals and warning symbols.
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Always travel slowly in shallow waters and avoid
boating in water less than 2 ½ feet deep.
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Do your part by leaving the area better than you found
it, properly disposing of fuel, oil, and waste, avoiding the evasive species,
restoring degraded areas and joining a local enthusiast organization.
The following resources will help you learn more about
boating education and safety:
Bonne Voyage!!!!!!
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