Protective Clothing/Equipment for Operators and Passengers Wear PFD and Other Protective Clothing/Equipment - You must wear an appropriate personal flotation device (PFD) at all times.
- Personal Flotation Devices will be provided by HCA
- Additional protective equipment (such as footwear, eyewear) may be needed.
I Agree PWC Controls Keep Lanyard Attached - Securely attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your wrist or PFD (as directed) and wear it at all times. Then if you fall off the PWC, the engine will stop.
I Agree Know How to Start and Stop the Engine - To start the engine, be sure that the lanyard is attached and push the start button.
- To stop the engine, push the stop button. Stopping the engine will not stop the forward motion of the PWC and will result in loss of steering.
I Agree Know Operational Controls - The throttle controls your speed. Apply the throttle lever on the handle to accelerate and release it to slow down.
- The handlebars move the jet thrust nozzle directing thrust in different directions to steer the PWC. Without thrust you cannot steer the PWC.
I Agree Avoid Collisions — Most PWC Injuries and Deaths Result from Collisions Do Not Release Throttle when trying to Steer - You need throttle to steer.
I Agree Take Early Action to Avoid Collisions - Remember, PWC’s and other boats do not have brakes.
I Agree Scan Constantly - Scan constantly for people, objects and other boats (including PWCs).
- Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others.
I Agree Operate Defensively - Operate at safe speeds.
- Keep a safe distance away from people, objects and other boats (including PWCs).
- Do not follow directly behind PWCs or other boats.
- Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water.
- Avoid sharp turns and other maneuvers that make it difficult for others to avoid colliding with you or that make it difficult for others to understand where you are going.
I Agree Other Hazards Avoid Aggressive Maneuvers - This is a high-performance boat—it is not a toy.
- Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of control, ejection , and collision.
- Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back/spinal injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, ankles or other bones.
- Do not jump wakes or waves.
I Agree Do Not Apply Throttle when Anyone is at the Rear of the PWC - Items such as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning.
I Agree Do Not Apply Throttle when Anyone is at the Rear of the PWC - Do not apply the throttle when anyone is standing or swimming toward the rear of th PWC. Water and/or debris exiting jet thrust nozzle can cause serious injury.
I Agree Know How to Right the PWC in Open Water - If you capsize in open water, swim to the rear of the PWC and turn it upright -- be sure to turn it in the proper direction. Then board it from the rear.
I Agree Other Rules and Safety Information that May Apply to Your Situation Follow Rental Agency Rules and Boating Laws Know the Waters - Know the area in which you will be operating and observe all navigational markers and signs.
- No wake and idle out onto the lake and when in all no wake zones.
- All riding must be at least 600 feet from shore and outside all buoys.
- Do not operate in less than 3 feet of water
I Agree Follow the Additional PWC Warnings and Instructions that May Apply - Depending on the circumstances, the Owner’s Manual and product labels may have relevant information not covered in this basic orientation.
I Agree Final Check - Do you understand that you should scan constantly, operate defensively and avoid aggressive maneuvers?
- Do you understand that PWCs do not have brakes?
- Do you understand that you should not release the throttle when you are trying to steer away from people, objects, other boats (including PWCs)?
- Do you have any question about the PWC or its operation?
- I HAVE INSPECTED THE WATERCRAFT WITH A REPRESENTATIVE OF HCA FOR PRIOR DAMAGE AND WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ADDITIONAL DAMGE DURING MY RENTAL.
I have been instructed on and understand the rules and information provided in this orientation. I Agree Today's Date: June 1, 2025 |