SECTION : BOATING SAFETY
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Your Tigé boat has been constructed to meet all U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
and National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) requirements
applicable at the time of manufacture. However, it is still your responsibility
as the boat owner to ensure the boat is always operated in a safe fashion.
USCG regulations require certain safety equipment be present on your
boat during operation. Besides the USCG regulations, other local and/or
international law enforcement agencies may have similar requirements. You
should check with your local marine enforcement agency regarding any such
requirements before using the waterways.
It is not intended for this manual to be a replacement for a course on
boating safety. It is highly recommended that if you are unfamiliar with the
use and operation of a boat, you seek advice and training from a qualified
individual or organization. Check with your local boating agency or dealer for
more information about boating safety classes in your area.
Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and other boaters are among
your responsibilities as operator or owner of this boat. Your boat must
be in compliance with (USCG), state, and country safety equipment
regulations. You should know how to react correctly to adverse weather
conditions, have good navigation skills, and follow the “Rules of the Road”
as defined by the USCG and state/county/local regulations.
Before each outing you should check all safety equipment, such as fire
extinguishers, life jackets (PFDs), flares, distress flags, flashlights, and
emergency cutoff switch. They should be operable, in good condition,
readily visible, and easily accessed.
Know the weight capacity of your boat. DO NOT overload your boat.
Passengers and equipment should be spread out evenly.
This section covers general boating safety information. Throughout
this manual specific precautions and symbols identify safety related
information.
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