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1-20 Boating Safety
For the most current information on carbon monoxide, you may call, write or visit on-line
any of the following:
United States Coast GuardOffice of Boating Safety (CG-5422)
2100 Second Street SW STOP 7581,
Washington, DC 20593-7581
1-800-368-5647
www.uscgboating.org
(www.uscgboating.org/safety/carbon_monoxide.aspx)
NMMA
National Marine Manufacturers Association\
231 S. LaSalle St., Suite 2050, Chicago, IL 60604
312-946-6200
www.nmma.org
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.
613 Third St., Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403
410-956-4460
www.abycinc.org
Proper Loading
DO NOT overload your boat.
Overloading or uneven loading can cause loss of control,
capsizing, or swamping, which may lead to death or serious
injury.
Adhere to the load capacity plate restrictions, and always
account for persons, gear, and all non-factory-installed
ballast or other equipment.
Your boat is equipped with a maximum load capacity plate indicating the maximum
acceptable load as determined by the manufacturer following certain Federal guidelines.
In addition to following these weight guidelines, it is critical that you properly distribute
this weight throughout the boat. If too much weight is placed in one area it can have
serious impact on the boat’s handling and control, which has the potential to lead to
injury or death.
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WARNING
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