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safeTY TRaInInG oRGanIZaTIons
The following is a listing of just some of the agencies and
organizations that offer safety training or information:
American Red Cross, National HQ
17th & D Streets NW, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 639-3686 www.redcross.org
USA Waterski
799 Overlook Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33884
(941) 324-4341 www.usawaterski.org
Boat Owners Association of the United States (BOAT/US)
880 South Pickett Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 823-9550 www.boatus.com
National Safe Boating Council
2550 M Street NW, Suite 425, Washington, DC 20037
(202) 296-4588 www.safeboatingcouncil.org
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Commandant (G-NAB)
2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 20593-0001
(800) 336-2628 www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadron
www.usps.org
On-Line Basic Boating Safety Course
www.boatsafe.com
National Marine Manufacturers Association
200 E. Randolph Dr. Suite 5100, Chicago, IL. 60601
(312) 946-6200 www.nmma.org
Federal law requires certain safety equipment to be on board at
all times. In addition, responsible boaters carry other equipment
in case of emergency. Check with the local boating authorities
for any additional requirements over and above the federal
stipulations.
safeTY eQUIPMenT
Your Moomba has been equipped at the factory with most of
the federally required safety equipment for inland waters (Class
1, 16’-to-26’).
This equipment includes:
UL-approved Marine Fire Extinguisher, Type A-BC (2 lbs.),
good for solids, liquids, and electrical fire
ABYC-approved Marine Mufflers with water injection
USCG-approved Marine Flame Arrestor
USCG-approved Engine Box Ventilation with sparkless power
blower
ABYC-approved Electric Horn sound warning device
USCG-approved inland lighting
Federal law also requires at least one Type I, II or III Personal
Flotation Device (PFD) for each person on board or being towed
on water skis or other recreational equipment. In addition, one
throwable Type IV PFD must also be on board. As the owner,
obtaining the appropriate PFDs is your responsibility. Your
Moomba dealer can and will be happy to assist you.
NOTE: Requirements for coastal waters and inland
waters differ. Check with the local authorities for more
information.
A smart owner will avoid potential problems on an outing
by having additional equipment on board. Normally, this
equipment is dependent on the body of water and the length
of the trip.
We suggest the following—as a minimum. Your Moomba dealer
can also assist you with additional recommendations:
An anchor with at least 75 feet of line
A manual bailing device for removing water
A combination oar/boat hook
A day-and-night visual distress signal
A first aid kit and manual
An airway breathing tube
A waterproof flashlight
A set of local navigation charts
Mooring lines and fenders
Extra engine oil
A tool kit
A portable AM/FM radio or weather radio
VHF handheld marine radio
Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the operator’s
failure to follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Most
accidents can be avoided if the operator is completely familiar
with the boat, its operation, and can recognize potentially
hazardous situations before an accident occurs.
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