By Kevin Urban
Boating laws change often and it is difficult for most recreational watercraft owners to remember the numerous safety requirements. Taking boating safety courses at the beginning of the season is necessary to update your inflatable boat safety checklist used for each trip and to brush up on boating skills.
Many boating websites now offer safety courses in addition to tips and articles. These informative sites help prepare the drivers and passengers that use inflatable boats to be aware of rules that exist to save lives. Boatingbasicsonline.com is one of the sites providing a nationally approved basics class online. Safety quizzes and checklists allow the students to monitor their skills throughout the course. This online class is recognized and approved by the United States Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators. Marine insurance companies discount boating coverage upon successful completion of these courses.
Most of these courses are free and cover basic concepts needed for inflatable boating activities. Marine educators offer checklists during the course to inform students of the minimum safety requirements. Some websites include advanced and in depth information on inflatable boating safety.
Safety checklists given during the course prepare and remind boaters to inspect items that require maintenance and need servicing. Inflatables, personal flotation devices, fire extinguishers, fuel and electrical systems, safety equipment, through-hulls, batteries and boating accessories are all important topics that should be included in the checklist. It is also a good idea to look at the Coast Guard requirements before heading out on the water. The U.S. Coast requires and approves equipment consistently carried on the boat. The State will also need to approve equipment such as PFDs, bells, whistles, visual distress signals, fire extinguishers, ventilation ducts and back fire flame arrestors. Do not forget common sense when preparing for a fun and safe boating experience!
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Kevin Urban is the editor for Inflatable-Boats-N-Kayaks.com, providing consumer tips on finding the best inflatable kayaks, dinghies and accessories. Check our site for the next inflatable boat sale.
