Why
should you get one of these? Consider
the following.........
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Operators
of powered vessels will be required to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator's
Card showing proof of competency and to carry it with them at all
times while operating a powered boat
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There
are now age and horsepower restrictions to operate a vessel.
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As
of September 15, 1999, any operator of a powered vessel who was
born after April 1, 1983 is required to show proof of competency.
Some age and horsepower restrictions apply.
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As
of September 15, 2002, operators of powered vessels under 4 meters
in length, including personal watercraft, are required to show proof
of competency.
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As
of September 15, 2009, all operators of powered vessels are required
to show proof of competency.
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Persons
under 16 years are prohibited from operating a PWC (Jet Ski).
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Renters
of powered vessels are now required to complete a dockside checklist
as proof of competency.
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A
fine is charged against both the operator and the vessel owner for
failure to follow the new regulations.
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The
first offense will cost the operator AND the owner $250 each.
We
offer two ways to get your Pleasure Craft Operators Card
#1.
Take the Boat Pro Course
#2.
Take the Boating Course
CPS Safe Boating Video
Pleasure Craft Operators Card
by Paige Ackerman