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Skiing or Riding: The watercraft and skier/rider should always maintain a sucient distance from obstacles so a skier/rider falling or
coasting and/or watercraft will not encounter any obstacle.
• Do not use in shallow water or near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, other watercraft, or any other obstacles.
• Use only on the water.
• Never attempt land or dock starts. This will increase your risk of injury or death.
• Always wear a properly tted U.S. Coast Guard Type III (PFD) or ISO approved Life Jacket.
• The faster you ski or ride, the greater your risk of injury.
• Never make sharp turns that may cause a slingshot eect on the skier/rider’s speed.
• Skier/Rider should be towed at an appropriate speed for their ability level.
Fallen skier or rider: Falling and injuries are common in skiing or riding.
• Circle a fallen skier/rider slowly to return the tow rope handle or pick up the fallen skier/rider.
• Put the watercraft in neutral when near a fallen skier/rider.
• Always keep the fallen skier/rider in view and on the driver’s side of the watercraft.
• Display a red or orange skier-down ag to alert other vessels that a skier/rider is down.
The Warnings and practices in the
Watersports Safety Code represent common
risks encountered by users.
The code does not cover all instances of
risk or danger. Please use common sense
and good judgement.
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