5.2 Recommended equipment for personal watercraft

Personal Watercraft (PWC) such as jet skis or water/wet bikes are a rapidly growing segment of the recreational craft market.

▪A flare pack should be carried

containing a minimum of 1 x pinpoint red, 2 x orange smoke in a watertight container.

▪Carry a suitable folding anchor.

A PWC is a watercraft that is less than 4.88 metres (16 feet) long, propelled by a two stroke petrol engine directly powering a water jet pump and designed to be operated by a person who sits, stands or kneels on it. They are capable of speeds exceeding 100km/hr and are highly manoeuvrable in competent hands.

▪A collapsible paddle, which can

be stowed on board for use in the event of engine failure.

5.1 Training

It is recommended that persons operating a PWC undertake appropriate training. There are a number of training schemes and approved courses available and information can be obtained directly from course providers (see Appendix 9 for details of course providers).

▪Basic first aid kit.

▪PWC should be equipped with

a lanyard/kill cord to cut out the engine; the lanyard/kill cord must be attached to the operator’s body, clothing, or PFD/lifejacket. A spare lanyard/kill cord should always be carried on board.

5.2 Recommended equipment for personal watercraft

▪Rope (5m x 8mm Nylon) for use in

towing and mooring.

Figure from page 113

▪Knife.

▪Torch.

▪Basic Tool Kit.

▪Fire Extinguisher.