Technical information

problems for the skier. Likewise, instruct the skier to avoid dangerous antics

while being towed. Skiers should wear a ski vest, or a vest type PFD,

preferably in a bright color. Do not ski in congested areas where there is a

danger of a downed skier being run down by another boat. Avoid skiing

near swimming areas, piers and underwater hazards.

It takes three people to water ski -the boat operator, the skier and a

backward-facing observer. The observer is required by law in most states

and is the safest means of protecting both the boat and skier. The

observer's job is to relay all signals from the skier (see figure below) to the

operator and to inform the operator immediately if the skier falls.