Pre-Boating Reminders

Before you head out onto the river, Jet Boating NZ recommend that you:

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• Steering – Check all steering cables and joints are tight and do not show signs of wear. Lock wires on all D shackles and turnbuckles.

• Throttle – Operation should be smooth and freely returns

• Fuel – Lines and tanks are secure and in good condition

• Electrical – All battery terminals, electrical plugs and wiring is secure and in good condition

• Lifejackets – are in good condition, suitable for the boating to be done and sized correctly for those wearing them.

• Safety equipment is in good condition and onboard –

  ▪ Push Poles

  ▪ Bow Rope

  ▪ PLB (Personal Locator Beacon)

  ▪ Radio – Channel 6 for boat to boat, Channel 16 for emergencies. The emergency call sign is “Break, Break, Break” Note: Your radio may not work in all inland waters

REMEMBER – Use the Pre Boating Checklist found in the Safety Handbook, and don’t forget about:

• Helmets – it is strongly recommended that all people in the boat wear a helmet

• Let someone know where you are going and an approximate return time.

• Check the weather conditions – if in doubt, don’t go!

When on the river –

• Keep to the right of the channel you are in, or wanting to boat in.

• Boats heading upstream give way to boats travelling downstream.

• Keep your distance – read your own water.

• Be prepared to run aground in a potentially dangerous situation – it may be the best option.

• Consider other river users

• Alcohol – JBNZ advises sensible drinking when boating and strongly recommends no alcohol be consumed by drivers at any time when boating, or when boat driving is likely. Remember: Safer when Sober