July 4th Safe Boating Tips from Seaworthy Ins Co

[MM Insure]

TIPS FOR JULY 4TH HOLIDAY WEEK
From June 29 to July 7, America will have more boats on the water than at any other time during the entire summer boating season. Share these 5 tips with friends to keep everyone happy and safe during the July 4th holiday week.
1. Everyone onboard should wear a pfd, but if you and your guests are not wearing it, keep it nearby, under a seat ready to grab. It's the number one step you can take to ensure everyone has a good day on the water.
2. Be patient: The July 4th holiday is traditionally America's busiest recreational boating period, with the most on-the-water traffic. Go slowly after fireworks shows end, post extra lookouts on the way home, and be prepared for delays at the launch ramp.
3. Very small amounts of 120-volt AC current can kill. If the kids want to take a swim, never allow it in a marina, and only swim near a private dock if it is without electrical service or the power has been shut off at the source.
4. Dead batteries and prop entanglements lead the list of requests for on water towing assistance. Your stereo can drain your boat's battery, consider bring a portable stereo and extra batteries, and be aware of other boat's anchor lines.
5. Celebrate America's birthday responsibly by not drinking and boating. Just remember that being on the water all day can exacerbate alcohol's effects, so think about holding off until after you've safely made it home, and drink lots of water.

Enjoy the Holiday!

[shrimpman steve]

vito

all good advice!

thanks

[Gerry Zagorski]

Never thought about the electricity at the dock swimming issue.

Great advice.

[Capt. Debbie]

I think its worse with freshwater because freshwater in les conductive. Less conductive means voltages build up over shorted differentials or distances.

Originally Posted by Gerry Zagorski

Never thought about the electricity at the dock swimming issue.

Great advice.