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Safe
summer fun on the water.
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Jet
Ski Etiquette
Ride
the Wake, Share the Water, Obey the Rules
Whether solo or with a passenger, jet skis
are a great form of summer fun on the water. It's important
to operate jet skis safely and to always be considerate of others
on or near the water. Print this handy Jet Ski Etiquette and
Safety Checklist before your next Sea-Doo adventure.
Jet Ski
Waterway Safety & Etiquette Tips
Safety
- Right of way. Sailboats, commercial vessels and fishing
vessels always have the right of way. Stay to the right of
when approaching an oncoming craft. If you are about to cross
paths with another boat, the craft on the right side has the
right of way.
- Awareness.
Constantly look for traffic on the water around and especially
near you. Know where other boats are and where they're heading
before you make a turn or cross a wake.
- Wave
or Wake Jumping. If your course takes you across the wake
of another boat, make sure that boat does not obstruct your
visibility.
- Operating
speed. Follow local regulations regarding speed limits,
whether posted or not. In congested areas, lower your speed.
- Passengers
and Guests. Never carry more than the maximum passenger
load specified for your craft.
- Maintenance.
Check your craft internally and externally before you get
on the water. Follow factory maintenance schedule for your
watercraft.
Etiquette
- Launch ramp etiquette. Be considerate and efficient.
Prepare your craft beforehand and perform all safety checks
before you get into the water. Launch quickly and quietly.
- Noise.
Be considerate of waterfront property owners and others near
and on the water. Excessive noise from a poorly maintained
or modified exhaust system disturbs others and is illegal
in many areas.
- Environments.
Don't spill fuel or oil and don't leave litter or other pollutants
where they don't belong. Be sensitive to marine life; the
water is their home.
- Other
water enthusiasts. Personal watercraft riders must share
the waterways with other boaters, fisherman, swimmers, surfers,
and skiers; respect their rights to safety, access and use
of the water.
Remember
to ride responsibly! It's up to you to use your good judgment
and to obey all local ordinances that apply to you and your
watercraft.
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