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Chapter 2
Posted speed limits, swimming areas, “no wake” zones
and other restrictions should be red-
fl agged. They are so
noted for a reason. Sensible boat use, plus courtesy, equals
enjoyable and safe boating.
It is your responsibility to stay abreast of all federal, state
and local rules, as some laws or regulations may change or
be different from state to state. Contact your local boating
agencies for updated information.
We can not stress safety enough! Remember, there are
no brakes on your boat, and the water current and wind
velocity both affect your ability to respond. The operator
must use caution at all times to maintain control of his
vessel and especially to keep a safe distance from other
boats and obstacles.
Always keep all safety gear in optimum condition. Pay
special attention to attached tags and plates indicating
expiration dates on equipment such as
fi re extinguishers,
and personal flotation devices. Encourage a periodic
maintenance check on all safety equipment. Contact your
Regal dealer or marine professional for more information.
Again, remember that the captain is responsible for his
crew, passengers and vessel.
PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES
All personal flotation devices (PFD’s) must be Coast
Guard approved, in good working condition, and must
be the correct size for the wearer. All PFD’s must be
readily accessible. This means being able to wear them in
a reasonable amount of time in case of an emergency (
fi re,
boat sinking, etc.). They should not be stored or locked in
closed areas. Also, make sure that all coverings are removed
such as plastic from any PFD’s. Throwable devices such as
a ring buoy need to be available for immediate deployment.
A PFD should be worn at all times when your boat is
operating on the water. A PFD may save your life, but it
must be worn to do so.
As a minimum U. S. Coast Guard requirement all
recreational boats must carry one type I, II, III,
or V PFD (wearable) for each person aboard.
See
the explaination following for each type. For type V to
be counted they must be used according to the label
instructions.
In addition, all boats over 16’ must carry
one Type IV (throwable) PFD.
Some states require that PFD’s be worn by children of
speci
fi c ages at all times. Check with local and state boating
agencies for particular requirements in your state before
taking children on the water. Child life jackets are classi
fi ed
by the child’s weight and should like all life jackets be sized
before being purchased.
Remember PFD’s will not necessarily keep you from
drowning, even though they are designed to keep a person
from sinking. When purchasing PFD’s make sure it safely
fi ts the person wearing it. It is a good idea to test PFD’s in
a lifeguarded shallow pool before venturing on the water.
REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT