Polaris 2003 MSX - Manual (Page 24)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Operator Awareness
A collision can cause severe injury or death. Always be
aware of other watercraft, swimmers and other
obstacles while operating the watercraft. Always
maintain a safe distance, especially if you’re an
inexperienced operator. Do not exceed idle speed if any
person is within 50 feet (15 m) of the rear of the
watercraft.
Operator Fitness
Safe operation of this rider-active craft requires good
judgement and physical skills. Persons with cognitive
or physical disabilities who operate this vehicle have
an increased risk of overturns and loss of control,
which could result in serious injury or death.
Riding personal watercraft is strenuous. All riders
should be in good physical condition. Pregnant women
should consult their physicians before riding any
watercraft.
Reboarding the watercraft in deep water can also be
strenuous. Operators and passengers should be
physically fit enough to reboard the watercraft in deep
water. Practice boarding in chest-deep water to be sure
you are physically able to reboard if the need arises.
Boating Under the Influence
Operating any watercraft while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs could result in an accident and lead to
severe injury or death.
More than half of all the
people who drown have
consumed alcohol prior to
their accident. Even if
you’re not intoxicated, any
amount of alcohol can be a
threat to your safety and the
safety of others. The
equivalent of one beer will
impair your balance, vision,
judgment and reaction time, making you a potential
danger to yourself and others.
Do not operate any watercraft while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.