Yamaha LS2000 Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 24)

1 SAFETY I

NFORMATION

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Reading Buoys and Other Markers

The waters of the United States are

marked for safe navigation by the later-

al system of buoys. Simply put, buoys

and markers have an arrangement of

shapes, colors, numbers and lights to

show which side of the buoy a boater

should pass on when navigating in a

particular direction. The markings on

these buoys are oriented from the per-

spective of being entered from seaward

(the boater is going towards the port).

This means that red buoys are passed

on the starboard (right) side when pro-

ceeding from open water into port, and

black buoys are to port (left) side. When

navigating out of port, your position with

respect to the buoys should be

reversed; red buoys should be to port

and black buoys to starboard.

Many bodies of water used by boaters

are entirely within the boundaries of a

particular state. The Uniform State

Waterway Marking System has been

devised for these waters. This system

uses buoys and signs with distinctive

shapes and colors to show regulatory

or advisory information. These markers

are white with black letters and orange

borders. They signify speed zones,

restricted areas, danger areas, and

general information.

Remember, markings may vary by geo-

graphic location. Always consult local

boating authorities before driving your

Jet Boat in unfamiliar waters.

TO GET MORE BOATING

SAFETY INFORMATION

Be informed about boating safety.

Additional publications and information

can be obtained from many organiza-

tions, including the following:

United States Coast Guard

Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)

Office of Boating, Public, and

Consumer Affairs

U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters

Washington, D.C. 20593-0001

Boating Safety Hotline:

1-800-368-5647

BOATING EDUCATION

This manual cannot provide complete

training on all aspects of boat opera-

tion. All operators of this Jet Boat are

encouraged to seek additional training

on boat handling and safety. Many

states require operators under the age

of 18 to be licensed in small boat oper-

ation and offer training and certification

courses.

Many different agencies and organiza-

tions offer boating training and safety.

Some of these are listed below. Check

your local telephone directory for the

telephone numbers and addresses in

your area.

● U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

● American Red Cross

● National Fishing and Wildlife

Foundation

● Power Squadrons

● Sports Fishing Institute

● State Boating Offices

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