Staying Safe On Your Watercraft and Seadoo
Friday, October 9, 2009
By Jane A. Moore
Safety and boats is something that everyone who takes part in water activities should know about. Even if you are not operating the vessel, whether it is large or small, you should be aware of the precautions you should take while in the vessel, as well as what you should do in case of emergency. If you are introducing your family to watercraft, make sure you educate them on boating safety before they go out on the water.
Life jackets are the number one piece of safety equipment that everyone out on the water should either wear or have available. When riding on or in smaller watercraft, it is more important that you are actually wearing your life jacket at all times, since you are much closer to the water and there is more chance of going in with no time to put on a life vest. If you are on a larger boat, it is not always mandatory that you wear a life vest at all times, especially on boats that have an interior space. However, use common sense, and if you are the only one on the boat, or you are sailing in very bad weather, you should probably wear your life jacket at all times in these cases.
The next most important issue to keep in mind when using a watercraft is to be sober. Never operate a watercraft if you are under the influence of alcohol. Also, never allow yourself to travel in a watercraft if you suspect the driver might have been drinking or is otherwise under the influence of some substance.
Another way that you can improve the security of your time on the water is to make sure that whenever you go out for a trip, whether it is long or quick, make sure that you tell someone about your plan - where you're planning to go, how long you'll be gone, when you are leaving and when you should be back. That way you will know that if you get in trouble or stranded, that someone will be able to come and rescue you or send help as soon as possible. If you don't always tell someone where you're going, then it may be a while before they think you are actually missing, and even then they may not know where to look for you.
The law requires that a number of items be always carried on certain watercraft. These items include such things as a light, a whistle or other noise maker, and a bailer. For a full list of the legal requirement contact the coast guard. In addition to these items I recommend that you bring some fresh water, a sun hat, sun screen, and depending upon the duration of the trip some food. It is always better to be safe than to be sorry.
Boating is an activity that many people enjoy as a major part of their summer vacation or leisure time. Make sure that you keep yourself and your friends and family safe by following all the boating safety rules and tips, and educating your children early on the rules and procedures for keeping safe while enjoying boating.
Life jackets are the number one piece of safety equipment that everyone out on the water should either wear or have available. When riding on or in smaller watercraft, it is more important that you are actually wearing your life jacket at all times, since you are much closer to the water and there is more chance of going in with no time to put on a life vest. If you are on a larger boat, it is not always mandatory that you wear a life vest at all times, especially on boats that have an interior space. However, use common sense, and if you are the only one on the boat, or you are sailing in very bad weather, you should probably wear your life jacket at all times in these cases.
The next most important issue to keep in mind when using a watercraft is to be sober. Never operate a watercraft if you are under the influence of alcohol. Also, never allow yourself to travel in a watercraft if you suspect the driver might have been drinking or is otherwise under the influence of some substance.
Another way that you can improve the security of your time on the water is to make sure that whenever you go out for a trip, whether it is long or quick, make sure that you tell someone about your plan - where you're planning to go, how long you'll be gone, when you are leaving and when you should be back. That way you will know that if you get in trouble or stranded, that someone will be able to come and rescue you or send help as soon as possible. If you don't always tell someone where you're going, then it may be a while before they think you are actually missing, and even then they may not know where to look for you.
The law requires that a number of items be always carried on certain watercraft. These items include such things as a light, a whistle or other noise maker, and a bailer. For a full list of the legal requirement contact the coast guard. In addition to these items I recommend that you bring some fresh water, a sun hat, sun screen, and depending upon the duration of the trip some food. It is always better to be safe than to be sorry.
Boating is an activity that many people enjoy as a major part of their summer vacation or leisure time. Make sure that you keep yourself and your friends and family safe by following all the boating safety rules and tips, and educating your children early on the rules and procedures for keeping safe while enjoying boating.
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