User manual

BOATING SAFETY
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Boat Education and Training
The Online Boating Safety Course is available at http://www.boatus.org. Upon successful completion of 80
percent or better, the user can request a certificate of completion by mail or can download one immediately. The
Online Boating Safety Course, provided by the Boat/US Foundation, is approved by the National Association of
State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the United States Coast Guard. This course
meets the education requirement for those states that recognize non-proctored, NASBLA-approved courses.
ACCIDENT REPORTING
Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their state boating law enforcement
agency if their boat is involved in any of the following accidents:
1. There is loss of life or probable loss of life.
2. There is personal injury which requires medical attention beyond first aid.
3. There is damage to boats or other property which exceeds $500.00.
4. There is complete loss of a boat.
Contact local law enforcement personnel if a report is necessary.
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