Carver 33 SUPER SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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AFETY
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Within three miles of the shore of U.S. lakes, rivers and bays it is illegal to
dump plastic, dunnage, lining and packing materials that float, and any
garbage except dishwater/greywater or fresh fish parts. From three to
twelve miles from shore it is illegal to dump plastic, dunnage, lining and
packing materials that float, and any garbage not ground to less than one
square inch. From 12 to 25 miles from shore it is illegal to dump plastic,
dunnage, lining and packing materials that float. Beyond 25 miles from
shore it is illegal to dump plastics.
1.5.8.2 Oil
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or
oily waste into or upon the navigable waters and contiguous zone of the
United States if such discharge causes a film or sheen upon, or discoloration
of, the surface of the water, or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the
surface of the water. Violators are subject to a significant fine.
1.5.8.3 Septic Waste
On U.S. inland and coastal waters, it is illegal to discharge septic waste
directly overboard. If your boat is equipped with an overboard discharge
option, check with your local U.S. Coast Guard office to be sure that you are
in compliance with federal regulations.
1.5.8.4 State and Local Ordinances
Your state or locality may have laws limiting speed, noise, or your boat’s
wake. Check with your harbor master to find out whether your boat’s opera-
tion is restricted in any way by local ordinances or state laws. Check with
state and local authorities to make sure that you are in compliance with
local regulations regarding marine sanitation, noise, speed and wake.
1.5.9 Pre-Departure Actions
• Check the weather. Make sure conditions and seas will not be hazard-
ous during your voyage.
• Make sure all safety equipment is onboard, accessible and in good
working condition.
• Check the bilge for fuel vapor or water. Ventilate or pump out the bilge
as necessary.
• Be sure the horn, navigation equipment and lights are working prop-
erly.
• Instruct guests and crew in safety and operational matters.