BOATING SAFETY | 20
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Know the weight capacity of your boat. DO NOT overload your boat. Passengers
Your ATX boat has been constructed to meet all U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and
and equipment should be spread out evenly. This section covers general boating
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) requirements applicable
safety information. Throughout this manual specific precautions and symbols
at the time of manufacture. However, it is still your responsibility as the boat
identify safety related information.
owner to ensure the boat is always operated in a safe fashion.
BOAT SAFETY LABELS USCG regulations require certain safety equipment be present on your boat
Your ATX boat is affixed with various safety labels at the time of manufacture.
during operation. Besides the USCG regulations, other local and/or interna-
These labels appear at specific locations on the boat where safety is of par-
tional law enforcement agencies may have similar requirements. You should
ticular concern. Safety labels must be legible. If you suspect a label is missing
check with your local marine enforcement agency regarding any such
or one becomes damaged, contact your dealer for immediate replacement.
requirements before using the waterways.
READ AND ADHERE TO ALL WARNING PLATES AND LABELS from bow to stern,
It is not intended for this manual to be a replacement for a course on boating safe-
under seating.
including those that are installed inside the engine compartment, lockers, and ty. It is highly recommended that if you are unfamiliar with the use and operation of a boat, you seek advice and training from a qualified individual or organiza-
SAFETY STATEMENTS
tion. Check with your local boating agency or dealer for more information about
Throughout this manual, specific precautions and symbols identify safety related
boating safety classes in your area.
information. Follow these precautions as indicated.
Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and other boaters are among your responsibilities as operator or owner of this boat. Your boat must be in compliance with (USCG), state, and country safety equipment regulations. You should know how to react correctly to adverse weather conditions, have good navigation skills, and follow the “Rules of the Road” as defined by the USCG and
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
state/county/local regulations.
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Before each outing you should check all safety equipment, such as fire ex-
DANGER
tinguishers, life jackets (PFDs), flares, distress flags, flashlights, and emergency cutoff switch. They should be operable, in good condition, readily visible, and easily accessed.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
