Making Sure That You Know How To Handle The Laws On Th Ocean

It is important for everybody that is onboard to pay attention to what is going on and to follow basic rules that apply to boating at all times . So to help out everyone I've come up with a list of safety rules that will help keep all the people on your boat safe.

Always make sure that all the passengers that are on your boat are wearing life jackets or personal flotation device that is the right size for your weight and that is approved by the Department of Transportation. Indeed, always having your lifejacket on is one of the key survival techniques for boat safety if the boat has capsized or if you or another boater have fallen overboard.

Make sure that all the people that are on the boat stay sober.

Get reflective boat lettering for the back or sides of your boat that way if you were to run into some trouble, any kind of light would be able to spot you from afar. .

Make sure that you obey all of the local, state, and national boating laws and regulations.
Get your boat registered and checked by the Coast Guard Auxiliary or by a certified boat technician.

Keep a watchful eye in order to avoid collisions with other skiers, swimmers, boats, watercraft, or with foreign objects partially submerged or floating in the water.

Always operate the boat in a responsible manner and at a safe speed. Be watch for bad weather and seek shelter when inclement weather approaches.

Drive with the proper lights and with extreme caution after dark.

Remember to hold onto your boat if it capsizes, or at least stay as close to the boat as possible.

With a craft that is 5.5 meters long or shorter, always remember to have the following onboard : personal floatation devices for everyone , oars, a sounding device, a bailer, and a fire extinguisher.

Wear the correct gear. This not only means your lifejacket or personal floatation device, but also sunglasses, sunscreen, and proper clothing.

Flares, visual distress signals, paddles or oars, whistles or other sounding devices, and a backfire flame arrester are also important items to include as appropriate boating gear.

Be courteous of others who are involved in water activities and follow all local, state, and federal boating rules and regulations.

Remember the following about boating with children: (a) Children under 12 years old must be under the supervision of an adult when the child operates a boat with a motor that has more than 10 horsepower; (b) Children must be at least 16 years old in order to operate jet skies. (c) Children 12 to 15 years old must be supervised by an adult when the child operates a boat with motor that has more than 40 horsepower.

Let's do a quick review of what we just went over, Be extra sure that you have all the right equipment before you head out from the dock. For instance, make sure you have flares, reflective vinyl boat lettering, oars, life jackets, a fire extinguisher and such

By: Speedy Signs

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