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Passenger Safety Briefing

Passenger safety briefing checklist: PFDs, fire extinguisher, VHF use, second operator, three points of contact, seating rules

Passenger safety briefing checklist: PFDs, fire extinguisher, VHF use, second operator, three points of contact, seating rules

Before departure, brief all passengers on safety procedures and equipment locations.

Show everyone where PFDs are stored and how to put them on. Have children wear them while underway.

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Safety Briefing

Pre-departure instruction for passengers

Three Points of Contact

Keeping three limbs in contact with boat when moving

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