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3. SAFETY INFORMATION
Information on inland and coastal regulations along with
accessibility can be obtained from your local Coast Guard
unit, Environment Agency, Park Authority or similar national
organisation.
3.4 BOAT SAFETY LABELS
Your kayak is affixed with various safety labels at point of
manufacture. These labels appear at specific locations on the
kayak where safety is of particular concern. Safety labels should
not be removed.
3.5 REGISTRATION
Depending on country of use, your kayak may need
registration before use on certain waterways. Check with local
environmental, waterway or coastguard authorities for details
of local, regional and national requirements. Some areas may
require that you register and display a registration number on the
front of your kayak.
The U.S. Coast Guard requires that all power boats operated
on the navigable waters of the United States must be registered
in the state of main use; also, many States require registration
in that state whenever boating on waters within their state
boundary. Always contact your state boating authorities (and
neighbouring states) for registration information on boats. Once
you have been issued a number, it is best to affix it on the boat
by printing it on the material with a permanent ink marker.
3.6 EDUCATION
This manual is not intended to provide complete training on all
aspects of boat operation.
