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☆☆☆☆☆On gasoline powered boats, the blower should be operated after refueling and before starting the engine.
When a person falls overboard, you should always have someone keep the victim in sight.
When a person falls overboard
- Throw a Lifebuoy
- Shout "Man Overboard" Either to Port or Starboard.
- Report to the Duty Officer.
- Keep the victim in sight.
Whenever the boat is underway, properly sized PFDs must be worn by children under 13 years of age in North Carolina.
Make sure all aboard are wearing USCG-approved PFDs.
A boater should leave a float plan for friends or family ashore.
you should avoid throwing the anchor as far away from the boat as possible and back up
Pick a reference point on shore to gauge if you are dragging!
Clearance height under the bridge
The primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress is keeping his/her vessel and him/herself out of danger.
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leaking fuel lines
White buoy with horizontal blue stripe
Constant oil changes must be made. Periodic parts must be exchanged, especially those made of zinc. Debris accumulated in the engine must be removed. Search for possible leaks in the engine.
Rapid, uncontrolled breathing.
Keep body weight low with gear distributed evenly.
