4.4.3 Safety labels on board

The safety labels on your boat emphasize important safety precautions, which every crew member must pay attention to.

Table 1. Safety labels on board
Label Clarification

Indicates a designated emergency exit.

DANGER

Leaving window open could induce exhaust fumes into cabin resulting in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Keep shut when the boat is moving.

WARNING

Running the boat when the door marked with the warning is open could induce exhaust fumes into cabin. See the owner’s manual for instructions concerning carbon monoxide.

WARNING

A rotating propeller may cause a serious injury or death. Shut off the engine when there are people in the water near the boat.

BOATMAN’S CHECKLIST

For maximum safety and enjoyment, check each of the items listed on the label BEFORE you start your engine:

  • DRAIN PLUGS (Securely in place?)

  • LIFE-SAVING DEVICES (One for every person on board?)

  • STEERING SYSTEM (Working smoothly and properly?)

  • FUEL SYSTEM (Adequate fuel? Leaks? Fumes?)

  • BATTERY (Fully charged? Cable terminals clean and tight?)

  • ENGINE (In neutral?)

  • CAPACITY PLATE (Are you overloaded or overpowered?)

  • WEATHER CONDITIONS (Safe to go out?)

  • ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (Lights, horn, pump, etc. work OK?)

  • EMERGENCY GEAR (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle, anchor & line, signaling device, tool kit, etc. OK and available on board?)

WARNING

Attach the shut down switch lanyard to a qualified operator while the engine is in operation. An uncontrolled boat may cause injury or death. Read the owner’s manual before use.

WARNING

Electrical shock and fire hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or death.

  1. Turn off the boat’s shore power connection switch before connecting or disconnecting the shore power cable.

  2. Connect the shore power cable at the boat first.

  3. If the polarity-warning indicator is activated, immediately disconnect the cables.

  4. Disconnect the shore power cable at the shore outlet first.

  5. Close the shore power inlet cover tightly.

Do not alter the shore power cable connectors.

WARNING

The water in the fresh water system is non-potable. Do not drink it.

WARNING

Avoid personal injury.

Stay inside the deck rails (and gates) when the boat is underway.

DANGER

Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running. Move to fresh air if you feel nausea, headache, dizziness or drowsiness.

WARNING

Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and lack of consciousness. Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. See the owner’s manual for information regarding carbon monoxide poisoning.

WARNING

A watertight closure.

Keep the closure shut when the boat is underway

WARNING

No ventilation is provided. The fuel vapors are a fire and explosion hazard. To avoid injury or death, do not store fuel or flammable liquids here.

DANGER

The aft deck folding seats should not be used when the boat’s speed is over 5 M.P.H.

WARNING

Gasoline vapours may cause fires or explosions. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Keep the boat away from flames and sparks. Do not start the engine if liquid gasoline or vapours are present. Always replace the engine cover (or seat) before starting.

WARNING

Gasoline vapors are explosive! Avoid serious injury or death from fire or explosions, resulting from leaking fuel. Inspect the system for leaks at least once a year.

The contents can be under pressure. Open slowly in a well ventilated area.

The use of fuels containing ethanol higher than 10% (E-10) can damage your engine or fuel system and will void the warranty. Never use (E-85).

Open flame appliances can ignite gasoline vapors, causing death or injuries from fire or explosion. Turn off all open flame appliances when refueling.

WARNING

A rotating propeller may cause a serious injury or death. Do not reboard the boat when the engine is running.

WARNING

Use caution when a skier is in tow as the tow rope may backlash into the cockpit when released.

WARNING

Use the Throttle Only button to avoid unintended gear engagement when the captain is not at the helm.

WARNING

Keep the hatch shut all the time.

WARNING

Do not stand or walk on this area when the hatch is open. It could result in a serious injury.

WARNING

A qualified operator must be in control at all times. Operation by an unqualified operator can cause loss of control. This may result in severe injury, death or property damage. Boat stability and handling will change with weight distribution. Read the owner’s manual before use.

Indicates the location of a fire extinguisher.

Check the equipment manufacturers’ manuals for more information about safety precautions.

Parent topic: Safety on board