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Before Getting Underway
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Always perform the pre-use inspection
as specified in this book (see page 19).
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Overloading or an uneven load
can affect manoeuvrability, stability and
performance. Do not exceed the data on the
builder's plate.
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Regularly inspect the boat, hull, engine,
safety equipment, and all other boating gear
and keep them in safe operating condition.
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Be sure you have at least the minimum
required safety equipment, lifejackets and any
additional gear needed for your trip.
Check that all lifesaving equipment is in
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safe operating condition and easily accessible.
Show all passengers where this equipment is
and make sure they know how to use it.
Keep an eye on the weather. Check the
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local weather before departure and be alert
to changing conditions. Beware of offshore
winds and currents.
Operators' and Passengers' Awareness
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Each boat operator has a responsibility to
ensure the safety of his/her passenger(s) and
of other water users. Please follow all safety
instructions and operate your boat with care.
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Operation of this boat by a person
under 16 years of age or a person with a
disability that impairs vision, reaction time,
judgment or operation of the controls is not
recommended.
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Never operate a boat while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol. They slow
reaction time and impair judgement. Allow
only qualified drivers to operate your boat.
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Remember that sun, wind, fatigue
or illness may impair your judgement and
reaction time.
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At least one passenger should be able
to operate the boat in case the operator is
unexpectedly unable to do so.
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Keep enough fuel on board for the
planned trip. Always verify fuel level before use
and during the trip. Apply the principle of
the fuel to reach your destination,
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in reserve. Allow for changes due
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to adverse weather or other delays.
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Keep accurate and up-to-date charts
of the boating area on board. Before getting
underway, check water conditions in the
planned boating area.
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Before departure, inform a responsible
person ashore of your plans.
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Always use the kill cord when operating
the boat and ensure that all passengers are
familiar with its use.
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Ensure that any operator and all
passengers know how to swim and how to
re-board the boat from the water (Please see
instructions on how to do so on page 27).
If a passenger does not know how to swim,
ensure that passenger wears a lifejacket at
all times and take extra precautions when
boating.
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