Essential Boat Safety Practices

As a responsible boat owner, you should do everything you can to ensure that you’re using your boat safely. Many boat owners are remiss when it comes to various aspects of boat safety, which can end up causing a serious accident that harms them or other people out on the water. Don’t be one of them! Here are some of the basic boat safety practices that every boater should follow.

Follow Local Rules & Laws

No matter where you’re boating, there will be regulations you need to follow, as well as laws regarding boat operation. You should have a valid boat license and an active boat insurance policy. Also, you should only boat during permissible hours, and you need to stay out of restricted areas.

Stay Sober & Focused

Operating a boat when you’ve had a few beers is a dangerous endeavor. Just like you shouldn’t drive drunk, you also shouldn’t operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs. Avoid operating your boat while you’re tired or not feeling well, too.

Keep Your Boat Maintained

Regular boat maintenance is crucial to your safety on the water. Stay on top of routine tasks like oil changes, rinsing your boat’s hull, swapping out spark plugs, and preventing damage from mold, mildew, and corrosion. This way, you can reduce your risk of ending up in an accident or having your boat break down in the middle of the lake.

If you ever require professional assistance with boat maintenance, get in touch with the Big Bee Boats & RV service department. Our team of experienced boat mechanics can handle routine maintenance tasks as well as minor or major repairs on your boat. We also have a parts department that can help you replace worn-down boat parts to keep your boat in tip-top shape.

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