Rental Boat Safety Checklist

Those required to complete a rental boat safety check list, must carry on board the co-signed (customer and renter) section of the
Rental Boat Safety Check List as proof of competency for the duration of the rental. Please initial each box on the form as the subject is covered by the rental operator/outfitter

I, the pleasure craft operator

BOATING SAFETY RULES

	confirm that there are the appropriate number and sizes of approved Personal Floatation Devices or Life Jackets in the boat for the number of people on board. They must fit and should be worn. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without the appropriate number and sizes of approved Personal Floatation Devices or Life Jackets may be subject to ticketing and/or a fine.
	am aware that it is illegal to operate a pleasure craft, or to permit others to do so, when under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or barbiturates.
	will only allow people who have completed and signed a Rental Boat Safety Check List, valid for the duration of this rental or have other proof of competency, to operate this pleasure craft. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without proof of competency/age, may be subject to ticketing and/or a fine.
	have been shown how to use, and know the location of safety equipment required under the Small Vessel Regulations. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without the required safety equipment may be subject to ticketing and a fine.
	understand that pleasure craft fitted with motors must keep clear of non powered pleasure craft. I also understand that I am responsible for my own wake and wash and the effects that it can have on other pleasure craft, property, wildlife and the environment.
	when involved in an accident must stop, offer assistance and give my identity.

OPERATION OF THE BOAT

	am aware of how to responsibly operate a pleasure craft and to share waterways in a courteous and respectful manner with others involved in all water-related activities.
	confirm that the maximum load capacity and number of persons in the pleasure craft will not exceed the amount stated on the capacity plate. If a capacity plate is not fitted, the load capacity and number of persons in the pleasure craft shall not exceed the manufacturer's recommendation.
	have been shown the proper procedure for starting and shutting off the engine and will make sure no person is in the water within the vicinity of the pleasure craft before starting and while running the motor.
	have been shown and understand the operation of the throttle and gear-shift lever.
	am aware of how to depart and approach the dock in a safe and proper manner.
	am aware of how to respond to grounding, capsizing, and re-boarding.

LOCAL HAZARDS AND CONDITIONS

	am aware of the local navigational aids and their meaning, as well as local hazards and local regulations.
	shall maintain a proper lookout at all times for other boats, navigational hazards and changes in weather conditions - changes in weather can occur quickly creating conditions dangerous to recreational boats.

DAMAGES

	agree to be responsible for all damages to and loss of boat, motor and equipment during the rental of said items.
	Any and all such damages and/or missing items shall be determined by________________________ management and at their discretion will form part of the unit's rental cost and be included in my account.

Boat/Motor Type & Description		Duration of Rental
Maximum Number of Persons Permitted in Boat	or Maximum Weight	Customer Name
Other proof of competency presented: Card #		State/Province
Customer Signature	Init:	Date:
Representative of OGOKI signature	Init:	Date:

Boat Safety Messages

Wear your personal flotation device. Remember it won't work if you don't wear it. You must have one Canadian-approved personal flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each person on board.
When your out on the water, abstain from drinking alcohol, the affects of alcohol on your body (due to motion of the boat, sunlight, waves, wind, sound/noise, etc.) can be 3 times what they are on shore.
Every year approximately 200 people die while boating in Canada. The same kind of fatalities are reported each year and almost all are preventable.
When operating a boat, use courtesy and common sense so as not to create a hazard, a threat, a stress, or an irritant to yourself, to others, to the environment, or to wildlife.
For further information contact the boating safety infoline at 1-800-267-6687 or visit the office of boating safety website at www.boatingsafety.gc.ca

Rental Boat Safety Checklist, office of Boating Safety, Transport Canada http://www.tc.gc.ca/marinesafety/debs/obs/resources/regulations/rental/menu.htm

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