5.7 Personal Watercraft Safety Checklist

5.6 National Association

Pre-Launch Checks	Tickbox
Local bye-laws/speed restrictions
Weather Forecast
Tides
Local Chart
Fuel and oil tank full
Seats/Hatches sealed
External hull check
Engine test run
Engine Stops tested
Offshore Cruising	Tickbox
Cruise in company
Passage Plan
Nominated Person Ashore
VHF Radio
Compass
Chart of sea area

Irish Sailing is the national governing body for PWCs in Ireland (see Appendix 10 for contact details).

Personal Watercraft – Jet Skis and High Speed Power Boats

5.7 Personal Watercraft Safety Checklist

Personal Gear	Tickbox
PFD/Lifejacket
Whistle
Wetsuit
Gloves
Helmet
Goggles
PWC Equipment	Tickbox
Tow Rope
Mooring rope of appropriate size and length
Flare pack
Anchor
Collapsible Paddle
First Aid Kit
Engine Kill Cord
Spare Engine Kill Cord
Knife
Torch
Basic Tool Kit
Fire Extinguisher

5.8 High Speed Power/Sports Boats – Operation and handling

A high-speed power/sports boat is generally regarded as one capable of achieving speeds in excess of 17 knots. There are a variety of craft designed as high speed power/sports boats, including rigid GRP Vee profile hulls, RIBs, Cathedral type dory hulls, etc. The high speeds that can be attained by these craft place specific