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Sailing off in a boat of your choice can be great fun and

very relaxing. But don*t overlook the need for safety

precautions and observance.

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Boating Safety

Copyright © 2005 n Contagio

For Boating

http://www.forboating.com/

Isn’t it exciting to steal away for the afternoon in a

motorboat for a cruise down the river? Or perhaps you

prefer an old-fashioned rowboat ride. Maybe a paddleboat is

your idea of fun. On the other hand, you might live for

the weekends when you can take an all-day sailing trip

across the lake and back.

Whatever your taste in water transportation, managing a

boat can be exhilarating and challenging. But if you’re the

one in charge of steering, renting, or navigating the

vessel, it is important to follow a few basic safety rules

and be sure that your passengers do likewise.

1. Don’t let anyone drink while on board. Many boating

enthusiasts enjoy a cold beer or a stiff drink while out on

the waves. But drinking and driving don’t mix, whether

you’re behind the wheel of a car or a boat. Many accidents

occur because of negligence, carelessness, or collisions

that stem from someone being under the influence of alcohol

or drugs, so prohibit them from your craft.

2. Keep life-saving equipment on board and up to date. Make

sure there are enough lifesavers or life rafts available

for all passengers. Before each expedition, check to be

sure they are working properly and can be quickly inflated

or repaired. Let everyone know where the safety equipment

is stored and remind them how to use it.

3. Remind passengers to behave prudently. Jumping into the

water, yelling at passing boaters, pushing or shoving on

deck, and other foolishness can lead to injury or drowning.

Make sure everyone knows what is expected, and then see

that they do it.

4. Observe boat safety laws for that body of water. Most

rivers, lakes, or seaways post specific rules of usage for

their areas, including speed limit and manoeuvring

regulations for various types of craft. Familiarize

yourself with these rules and hold to them to keep from

getting cited or hurting someone.

5. Keep an eye on the weather. Storms can come up suddenly

while you’re on the water, and sometimes you cannot make it

back to port before one hits. Have an emergency plan for a

heavy storm, including lightening strike prevention,

swamping, or flipping over. Check your radio to be sure it

works properly in case you need it for a weather or

accident-related emergency.

Sailing off in a boat of your choice can be great fun and

very relaxing. But don’t overlook the need for safety

precautions and observance.

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