Any vessel used to tow a person on water skis, surfboard or similar device must follow these regulations
Any vessel used to tow a person on water skis, surfboard or similar device must follow these regulations: Skiing is prohibited from sunset to sunrise and during inclement weather. Vessels towing skiers must be equipped with a 170 degree, wide-angle rear view mirror or have on board a person 12 years or older, other than the operator to observe the progress of the skier.
Skiers must wear an adequate and effective life preserver, buoyant vest or life belt. If the device worn is not Coast Guard approved, then an approved device for the skier must be on board the towing vessel. Citations to court may be issued to the vessel operator and/or the skier if the vessel or the ski are manipulated in a manner which endangers life limb or property.
Do not ski near, or in front of, tow boats or other large craft since their visibility is restricted and their ability to stop quickly or maneuver is extremely limited.
Driver and passengers must not sit on deck, gunwales or transom while the boat is in motion