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Safety On Board
You must provide a Coast Guard approved personal
flotation device (PFD) for every person on board. These
PFD’s should be in good condition and easily accessible.
Insist that non-swimmers and children on board wear a
PFD at all times. Any time you encounter rough weather
conditions, make sure everyone on board is wearing a
PFD, including yourself. Instruct your passengers in
how to put on their PFD’s and be sure they know
their storage location on the boat. Remember, in an
emergency, a PFD that cannot be quickly located and
worn is useless.
Never allow anyone to sit anywhere on the boat not
specifically designed seating. While underway,
ALWAYS
insist passengers sit in the provided seating and set an
example by doing this yourself.
Use maximum caution when fueling . Never allow any
smoke or flame nearby while you are fueling. ALWAYS
check for fuel leaks and fumes when fueling is completed.
Never drink and drive! As cap-
tain, you are responsible for the
safety of your passengers and
yourself. Alcohol and boating can
be a dangerous combination.
DO NOT mix them. Alcohol im-
pairs the boat operators ability to
make conscious decisions and react
to emergency situations quickly..
Never overload your boat!
An overloaded boat, or one
with uneven weight distribution can be difficult to steer.
Be certain there is enough
fuel aboard for your cruising
needs. Include any reserve
that might be needed should
you change your plans due to
weather or emergency. Practice
the “one-third rule:
Use one-
third of your fuel going out,
one-third to return and keep one- third as a reserve.
Always check the weather before departure. Be
particularly cautious of electrical storms and high winds.
Always have up-to-date charts aboard. You will need
current charts of the area you’ll be cruising to stay on
proper course. Charts can be obtained at your closet
marine outlet or store or by contacting one of three federal
government agencies.
Always file a float plan. Leave details of your trip with
someone responsible who will be remaining on shore.
Include expected return, plus name and phone number
of a contact person in case of emergency.
Use care, courtesy and common sense when launching,
docking or operating your boat.
Learn and obey the “Rules of the Road”. A copy of
the “Rules of the Road” can be obtained from the U. S.
Coast Guard Auxillary or local Power Squadron.