PWC Safety and Maintenance Requirements Checklist

• Fire Extinguisher:
  a U.S. Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher in proper working order (Type B-1 minimum), must be aboard and stowed properly.


• Boat Number:
  an approved registration number and validation sticker must be properly displayed.


• Steering Control:
  working properly.


• Fuel, Oil Supplies:
  at their proper levels.


• Backfire Flame Arrestor:
  required equipment on PWC and on all boats with enclosed engines. Maintain and make sure it is in operating order to avoid engine fires.


• Engine Compartment:
  ventilated (left open for a few minutes prior to engine start-up to clear fumes).  Use your nose – sniff for fumes before trying to start your engine.


• No Leaks:
  in fuel lines, fuel tank, oil tank, exhaust system.


• Hose Connections:
  tight.


• Battery:
  properly charged, fluid at the proper levels, and secured properly.


• Engine Hood Cover:
  latched securely.


• Seat Latch:
  secured.


• Pump/Intake Area:
  free of debris.


• Hull:
  inspected for cracks and other damage.


• Throttle:
  in proper working order (test start).


• Lanyard Cut-off (Start-Stop Switch):
  in proper working order (test start) and attached the operator or clothing as required by law.


• Choke and Fuel Reserve Controls:
  in proper working order.


• Lines:
  enough for mooring and towing.