Water Safety : Jet Ski Safety Tips

• All riders must wear a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard approved lifejacket.

• Securely attach engine stop lanyard, to your wrist or lifejacket. Keep attached at all times. On models with no lanyard, learn reboarding procedures.

• Look in all directions constantly for other boats, skiers, divers and swimmers, and other personal watercraft. Stay Alert!

• Avoid wake jumping and passing close to any other boats.

• All operators must be of legal age to operate the craft you will be riding.

• Know Right-of-Way Rules: Generally, keep to your right and safely avoid other craft.

• Always operate at a safe speed and be prepared to stop or alter course in emergencies.

• Stay in sight of shore, but avoid operating too close to residential and congested areas.

• Observe all federal, state and local boating laws.

• Do not use alcohol before or during operation.

• Know and understand all operational features of the craft you will be riding.

• Know the waters you will operate in and observe all navigational marks and signs.

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