Safety information
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Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that You may also want to consider an Internet-
make it hard for others to avoid you or un- based program for basic boater education.
derstand where you are going.
Avoid areas with submerged objects or by the BoatU.S. Foundation, is approved by
shallow water. the National Association of State Boating Law
Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by
maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con- the United States Coast Guard. Most, but not
The Online Boating Safety Course provided
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trol, ejection, and collision.
all, states accept this course to meet their
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Take early action to avoid collisions. Re- minimum requirements. While it cannot re-
member, boats do not have brakes, and place an in-depth course such as one offered
stopping the engine or reducing throttle can by the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Power Squad-
reduce the ability to steer. If you are not ron, or other organization, this online course
sure that you can stop in time before hitting does provide a general overview of the basics
an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in anoth- in boating safety, requirements, navigation,
er direction.
and operation. Upon successful completion of
the course, the user can download a certifi-
cate of completion immediately or, for a small
charge, request one by mail. To take this free
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Weather
Stay informed about the weather. Check
weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boat-
ing in hazardous weather.
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Accident reporting
Boat operators are required by law to file a
Boating Accident Report with their state boat-
ing law enforcement agency if their boat is in-
volved in any of the following accidents:
course, go to boatus.org.
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Passenger training
Make sure at least one other passenger is
trained to operate the boat in the event of an
emergency.
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Boating safety publications
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There is loss of life or probable loss of life. Be informed about boating safety. Additional
There is personal injury that requires publications and information can be obtained
medical attention beyond first aid.
There is property damage to boats or oth-
er property over a certain amount.
There is complete loss of a boat.
Contact local law enforcement personnel if a
report is necessary.
from many boating organizations.
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Laws and regulations
Know the marine laws and regulations where
you will be boating- and obey them. Several
sets of rules prevail according to geographic
location, but all are basically the same as the
International Rules of the Road. The rules
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Boat education and training
Operators should take a boating safety presented in the following section are con-
course. This may be required in your state. densed- and have been provided for your
Many of the organizations listed in the next convenience only.
section can provide information about cours-
es in your area.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha F4 F6 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Download File |
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| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Yamaha Motor. Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA - Support Customer Relations for US: 1-800-962-7926
Yamaha Boats: 1-800-962-7926 Yamaha Outboard Customer Relations: 1-866-894-1626 , Yamaha Outboard |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | yamaha-motor.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Yamaha Motor Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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