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Important Safety Information!
Your safety, as well as the safety of others with and around
you, is a direct result of how you operate and maintain your
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you understand all the controls and operating instructions
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is extremely dangerous.
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manual. Additional precautions throughout the manual are
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which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others, and that
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of your decision.
REMEMBER: ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE WHEN
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have seen a particular activity promoted, do not assume
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activity, give careful consideration to the risks. Plan ahead.
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and your equipment and do not exceed them.
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aware as well that there are many sources of information
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training, such as safety and seamanship courses offered
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Squadron.
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their passengers, friends, and families to have a safe and
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US Coast Guard Auxiliary
Boating Safety Course
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dealer for more details.
Section II
Boating Safety