Stop Jet Ski Accidents in their Wake!
Riding a personal watercraft (PWC), like a jet ski, can be an exhilarating experience but it can also be very dangerous. Inexperienced or inebriated operators can find themselves in a jet ski accident with one wrong move. According to the U.S. Coast Guard in their Recreational Boating Statistics report, there were more than 764 injuries and 808 deaths on personal water crafts and jet skis in 2011 alone.
What is a Personal Watercraft or PWC?
Personal Water Crafts (PWC) are recreational water vehicles operated by a standing driver. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) classifies PWCs as Class A inboard motor vessels which come with a list of safety requirements including proper signaling devices and specific manufacturing standards. PWCs must be registered with the state and must obey the Nautical Rules of the Road. Personal watercrafts are often referred to by their brand names such as Jet Ski
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