ON THE WATER
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Safe Boating Suggestions
In order to safely enjoy the waterways, familiarize yourself with local and all other
governmental boating regulations and restrictions and also consider the following
suggestions.
• Know and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways.
Cummins MerCruiser Diesel strongly recommends that all powerboat operators complete
a boating safety course. Courses are offered in the U.S.A. by: The U.S. Coast Guard
Auxiliary, The Power Squadron, The Red Cross and your state or provincial boating law
enforcement agency. Inquiries may be made to the Boating Hotline at 1-800-368-5647 or
the Boat U.S. Foundation at 1-800-336-BOAT.
You should also review the NMMA Sources of Waterway Information booklet. It lists regional
sources of safety, cruising and local navigation and is available at no charge by writing to:
Sources of Waterway Information
National Marine Manufacturers Association
410 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611 U.S.A.
• Perform safety checks and required maintenance. Follow a regular schedule and
ensure that all repairs are properly made.
• Check safety equipment on board. Here are some suggestions of the types of
safety equipment to carry when boating:
Approved fire extinguishers Paddle or oar
Signal devices: flashlight, rockets or
flares, flag and whistle or horn
Spare propeller, thrust hubs, and an
appropriate wrench
Tools necessary for minor repairs First aid kit and instructions
Anchor and extra anchor line Water-proof storage containers
Manual bilge pump and extra drain
plugs
Spare operating equipment, batteries,
bulbs and fuses
Drinking water Compass and map or chart of the area
Transistor radio
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