Be aware that there are elements of risk in boating, skiing, and riding that common sense and personal
awareness can help reduce. Know your ability level and stay within it.
To increase your enjoyment of the sport follow the “Watersports Responsibility Code”.
It is your responsibility to:
Familiarize yourself with all applicable laws, the risks inherent in the sport, and the proper use of
equipment.
Know the waterways where you will be skiing or riding. Do not ski or ride in shallow water, near
shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, or other watercraft.
Always have a person other than the boat driver as an observer and agree on hand signals before
starting.
Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard type III (PFD) vest.
Read your owner’s manual and inspect your
equipment prior to use.
Ski or ride within your limits. Always ski or ride
in control and at speeds appropriate for you
ability.
Always turn ignition off when anyone is near
watercraft power drive unit.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning from engine
exhaust may cause injury or death. Never
“Platform Drag” or touch a swim platform while
the engine is running.
Do not operate watercraft, ski or ride under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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