United States Coast Guard Float Plan pdf format
What is a Float Plan?
A Float Plan is similar to a pilot’s flight plan in that it is a simple form that lists all the information about you and your vessel. The major difference is, unlike the flight plan which gets filed with the FAA, the float plan is not filed with the Coast Guard. The Float Plan asks the magical questions that will assist the Coast Guard, should your vessel fail to reach its intended port at the appropriate time.
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SMTC Boating Quick Tips
Always Wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or Life Jacket
Always check the weather conditions before and during any voyage
Test all communication devices before and during any voyage
Children younger than age 13, MUST wear a Coast Guard approved life jackets while underway
Never overload your boat
Always operate at a safe speeds
Watch out for low water areas or submerged objects
Always have a passenger serve as a lookout in addition to the operator
Enroll in a boater education class regardless of your age
Stow a flare gun for every voyage
Stow a First Aid kit with clean bandages and disinfectant and check it regularly
Avoid alcohol before and during any voyage
 

Boating Safety

Always Wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or Life Jacket
Most boating fatality victims were found (recovered) NOT wearing a PFD. Always carry extra PFD’s in both adult and child sizes. Children younger than 13 years old must wear a PFD while underway.

Avoid Alcohol
The probability of being killed in a boating accident doubles when alcohol is involved. Operating a boat under the influence is just as dangerous as driving a car after you’ve been drinking. Boating while intoxicated (BWI) is strictly enforced and carries penalties similar to driving while intoxicated penalties, including possible Driver’s License suspension.

Enroll in a Boater Education Course — Regardless of your age
It’s a good idea for the whole family to enroll in a boater education course.
A majority (52%) vessels involved in boating accidents are operated by persons 26-50 years of age.

PWC operators and passengers must wear a life jacket.
Before you borrow or rent a PWC, take the time to learn how to operate the vessel and the rules of the waterway. Obey the 50-foot rule! Maintain a 50-foot distance from other PWC’s, vessels, persons, shore, or stationary platform or other object unless operating at headway (idle) speed.

Operate at a Safe Speed
Although there are no numerical speed limits on the water, citations may be issued for excessive speed or reckless operation. Use common sense, and operate at a safe speed at all times especially in crowded areas. Excessive speed is a rate of speed greater than is reasonable or prudent without regard for conditions and hazards or greater than will permit a person to bring the boat to a stop within the assured clear distance ahead.

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