As of September 15, 2002, all operators of a motorized pleasure craft under 4M in length, including personal watercraft (i.e.: Jet Skis, Sea-Doos) are now required to have proof of competency on board.
Proof of competency can take 1 of 3 forms: * proof of having successfully completed a boating safety course in Canada prior to April 1, 1999; * a pleasure craft operator card issued following the successful completion of a Canadian Coast Guard accredited test (Note: Card is valid for life); * a completed rental-boat safety checklist (for RENTED boats and personal watercraft) As of Sept. 15, 2009, all operators of any motorized vessel will require proof of competency.
you have to be 16 to drive a jet ski on Texas
You have to be at least 12 years old to drive a jet ski in Ohio. If you are between the ages of 12 and 15 you may drive a jet ski as long as there is an adult around.
in the water.
At what age can you operate a jet ski by yourself in washington state?
a p.w license
16
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In Virginia, one with a learners permit can drive a jet ski. By 2016, everybody, regardless of age or craft will be required to have a license.