If rescue is not imminent – your number one priority is to get yourself out of the water as soon as possible. You can do this either by climbing onto your capsized boat or any other floating objects, or if it is within reach by swimming to shore. In cold water, person may only retain […]
Avoiding collisions involves precautionary measures (proper lookout, use of radar if present, etc.), but more importantly, collision avoidance is made possible when boat operators know how to deal with situations appropriately. Boats in constant motion will meet quickly-take early and substantial action to avoid collisions.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ARE REQUIRED ABOARD A VESSEL WITH AN ENGINE IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE PRESENT: Double bottoms not sealed to the hull that are not completely filled with flotation materialsClosed compartments where portable fuel tanks may be storedPermanently installed fuel tanksClosed living spacesMARINE EXTINGUISHER REQUIREMENTS Though not all motorboats are required to […]
RUNNING AGROUND IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE AMONG BOATERS, THOUGH IT DOES NOT HAVE TO BE. THE BEST WAY TO PREVENT RUNNING AGROUND IS TO FOLLOW GENERAL SAFE BOATING GUIDELINES: Obtain a nautical chart for new or unfamiliar waterways, or seek advice and knowledge from local marinas and boaters before heading out.Keep a proper lookout; this […]
To determine the maximum horsepower capacity for small, flat-bottomed boats, multiply the boat length (ft.) by the transom width (ft.) and compare the resulting value to the following chart:LENGTH X WIDTH =MAX HP35 FT OR LESS336 – 39 FT5.540 – 42 FT7.543 – 45 FT1046 – 52 FT15EXAMPLEBOAT LENGTH = 12 FT.BOAT WIDTH = 4FT.12 […]
Wear a life jacket. Too many hunters and anglers are lost every year when they fall overboard. Whether retrieving a trophy fish or shooting game, you must realize how easily you can fall overboard. Wearing a life jacket can save your life. New styles of life jackets that don’t restrict movement are now available in […]
When two power-driven vessels encounter each other within one mile, sound signals must be used. The initiating vessel indicates a maneuver, and the responding vessel agrees or disagrees.
When towing an individual there must also be a backwards facing observer on the vessel besides the operator.Vessels must display the red or orange skier-down flag when the individual they’re towing falls into the water.Skiing while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including prescription narcotics and illegal drugs is forbidden.Children 12 years old and […]
IF THE RAMP IS STEEP, ENSURE SOMEONE “SPOTS” FOR YOU AS YOU DRIVE UP THE RAMP. BE AWARE OF PEDESTRIANS AND OTHER BOATS. Proper etiquette: Unload fuel and equipment away from the ramp, if possible. Prepare vehicle and trailer for retrieval, and wait your turn.Back the trailer into the water until two-thirds of the bunks […]
Though anchors are not required by federal law, many states have anchor requirements. It is advisable to carry an anchor for both recreational and emergency use. ANCHORS SHOULD HAVE: Line, chain (called “rode”) and anchor (all items together are called “ground tackle”). The chain helps you to set and retrieve the anchor. The amount of […]
5.7 DOCKING AND MOORINGDocking or mooring your vessel can be the most challenging of boating operations. Maneuvering your vessel into a dock or a mooring marker in calm conditions is hard enough – add high traffic, choppy water and windy conditions to the mix and you quickly realize that proper docking and mooring is a […]
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