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1. It is expected that PWC operators will fall overboard as a normal part of operation It is expected that PWC operators will fall overboard as a normal part of operation...
2. Operating Characteristics of Personal Watercraft As with most types of boats, the speed and performance of PWC have increased over the years: 16 models introduced in the 1998 model year have engines with 100 hp or more.19 By comparison, Kawasaki’s early Jet Ski, introduced in 1974, had an output of 32 hp. PWC Insurance Quotes — Click Here! Faster models […]...
3. PWC Steering Difficulties Steering difficulties were evident in many of the PWC accident reports examined for the study.22 For example, a 15-year-old male was operating a PWC and his mother was a passenger. The Florida Marine Patrol accident description states, “[Operator] was attempting to make a turn south through a cut in the mangroves . . . . […]...
4. PWC Characteristics, Know Your Watercraft As previously noted, many of the high-performance design characteristics that make PWC appealing to ride also make them relatively dangerous and difficult to control. For example, PWC can accelerate rapidly and can travel across the water at very high speeds. They can also turn abruptly and weave through heavily congested boat traffic. Despite this maneuverability, […]...
5. Jet Ski Personal Watercraft Driving Characteristics As previously noted, many of the high-performance design characteristics that make PWC appealing to ride also make them relatively dangerous and difficult to control. For example, PWC can accelerate rapidly and can travel across the water at very high speeds. They can also turn abruptly and weave through heavily congested boat traffic. Despite this maneuverability, […]...
6. What are the rules for operating a personal watercraft (such as a Jet Ski)? What are the rules for operating a personal watercraft (such as a Jet Ski)? ...
7. Personal watercraft operators should be aware of the following Personal watercraft operators should be aware of the following...
8. How to get a personal watercraft insurance quote online Rating agencies are available online and are a valuable resource to help motorists make a well informed decision before choosing a company. These agencies use certain tiers which they place insurers in based on their financial stability; for example, one agency uses letter grades similar to school grading. If a carrier receives an “A” then […]...
9. Operating a Personal Watercraft While Intoxicated or Drunk Alcohol is a factor in 24 percent of all fatal motorboat accidents in California. State law specifies that: 1. No person shall operate any vessel, water skis or similar device while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs. No person who is addicted to any drug shall operate any vessel, water skis or similar […]...
10. Although the extent of irresponsible PWC use is not documented, there is clearly a need for safe operating practices to be followed Although the extent of irresponsible PWC use is not documented, there is clearly a need for safe operating practices to be followed. To this end, PWC manufacturers, associates and riders are actively trying to promote safe and responsible PWC use. In particular, the Personal Watercraft Industry Association (PWIA) dedicates significant time and resources to publish […]...
11. What are the rules for operating a personal watercraft such as a Jet Ski? The laws for personal watercraft are the same as for boats, with a few exceptions: Every person on board a personal watercraft must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. If the personal watercraft has a lanyard cutoff switch, the operator must attach the lanyard to his or her person. Personal watercraft may not be […]...
12. Personal watercraft (PWC) are considered “motorboats” by law Personal watercraft (PWC) are considered "motorboats" by law ...
13. Are there PWC special regulations for riding personal watercraft? Are there PWC special regulations for riding personal watercraft? ...
14. Personal watercraft operators should be aware of the following Personal watercraft operators should be aware of the following...
15. Improper speed or distance is not maintaining a proper speed and/or distance while operating a PWC Improper speed or distance is not maintaining a proper speed and/or distance while operating a PWC...