Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Deadly fumes produced by boat engines that can accumulate in or around a vessel, especially when idling; education covers proper ventilation and awareness of symptoms.

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Safety Equipment

Mandatory and recommended gear for boats, including PFDs, fire extinguishers, visual distress sig...

Federal Regulations

Boating rules set by the US Coast Guard or other federal entities (e.g., EPA for marine pollution...

Overboard Recovery

Procedures for retrieving a person who has fallen off a boat (e.g., the “figure 8” method, throwi...

Boat Engine Maintenance

Routine checks (oil changes, spark plugs, cooling systems) to ensure safe and reliable operation;...

Fueling Procedures

Steps to minimize fire and explosion risk at the marina: turn off engines, close windows, avoid s...

Bilge Blower Use

For inboard or stern-drive boats, an exhaust fan system that removes gasoline fumes before engine...

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