Boat Safety Tips to Keep You & Your Passengers Safe This Season
Soon you and your friends and family will spend your days out on your boat! Be sure safety is always at the forefront of your mind. As the best boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we want to ensure everyone’s safety. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind this boating season. Boat Safety Kit An emergency is almost never expected, so you need to prepare your boat with an emergency safety kit. Here are some items you’ll want to include: Flashlight and extra batteries - These can help you see around your boat in the dark. Tape - More specifically, duct tape. Duct tape can but used to close a hole temporarily. Bucket - There is always a chance water can enter your boat, so it is wise to have a bucket handy. First Aid Kit - A first aid kit with all the proper items it should include as well as knowledge of how to use those in an emergency. Whistle - This is the recognized signal for help on the water. A waterproof whistle is a must! Ropes - If someone were to fall in the water,