Nautique SPORT NAUTIQUE 216 - Manual (Page 25)

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Keep a visual check for boats behind your boat. This is an area
where accidents can happen very quickly.
The boat should not be driven at a rate of speed faster than will
allow it to be brought to a full stop within the operator’s field of
view.
Boating Under the Influence
Boating, alcohol and the use of other drugs just don’t mix. Mixing
boating, alcohol and other drugs result in many marine accidents
and deaths. These substances increase your reaction time and
impair your judgment. Combined with the sun, wind, waves, and
noise of other watercraft, the effects of drugs are increased and will
significantly increase your reaction time. As the owner/operator,
you are responsible for the alcohol/drug use and onboard
behavior of your passengers.
NOTICE
If the operator’s blood alcohol content is 0.10% (0.08% in some
states) or above, violators are subject to a civil penalty up to
$1,000.00 or criminal penalty up to $5,000.00, one year
imprisonment or both. Operating a boat under the influence can also
result in a loss of automobile driving privileges.
Reporting Accidents
The USCG requires the owner or operator of a boat involved in an
accident, to report the incident to the proper marine law
enforcement agency for the state in which the accident occurred.
Immediate notification to the nearest State boating authority is
required if a person dies or disappears as a result of a recreational
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Correct Craft, Inc.
Federal and state law prohibit operating a
boat under the influence of alcohol and other drugs.
These regulations are actively enforced. Impaired
operation may result in severe personal injury or death.
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