Personal Watercraft Insurance, Safety on the Jet Ski
There are several items you should keep on your personal watercraft checklist to help avoid an emergency, including:
* A marine radio – in case you need to call for help or get the latest weather reports
* Proof of the right type of insurance coverage, in case of an accident or injury
* A compass, especially if you are not familiar with the water
* A signaling device – such as a flare kit or whistle
* A flashlight
* An up-to-date chart of the water that you’re going to be on
There are also mandatory items that PWC operators and passengers must have, including an approved personal flotation device and dead-man lanyard connecting the driver to the ignition.