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WATER PATROL |
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FEDERAL BOATING
REQUIREMENTS |
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Boat registration and proper
display of registration numbers.
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Appropriate number and condition
of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
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Sufficient firefighting devices
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Proper navigational lighting
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Fuel leakage control and proper
ventilation
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Understanding the "Rules of the
road" and Aids to Navigation (Buoys) "Red Right Returning" -
Red buoys are on your tight as you proceed upstream
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A responsible
boater and passenger will boat safely by NOT: |
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Riding on the bow, gunwales,
transom or backs of seats
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Operating in swimming areas or
near dams
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Creating a dangerous wake
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Using excessive speed near other
boats
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Operating while under the
influence of intoxicants
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Towing water skiers into
hazardous areas or near other boats
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Overloading the boat beyond its
safe capacity.
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| LCSO WATER PATROL |
| Captain Michael Horstman |
| Sergeant John Zimmerman |
| Deputy Erich Zwicker |
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