Personal Watercraft: Jet Skis, Water Bikes, Etc.
Saturday, Jul. 9th 2011 6:37 AM
- All operators and riders must wear U.S. Coast Guard approved PFD.
- If the personal watercraft is equipped with a lanyard-type cord that shuts off the engine if the operator falls off the craft, the lanyard must be attached to the operator’s wrist or PFD.
- A “no wake” speed must be maintained when within 200 feet of a dock, swimmer, swimming raft, non-motorized boat, or anchored vessel.
- Stand-up personal watercraft and personal watercraft towing a waterskier must travel at the minimum speed necessary to operate when leaving from or returning to a dock or shore.
- All rules regarding safe operation of a boat apply to personal watercraft as well.
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