How safe skiing
Kathy was sure he was ready for this. It is true that she had not been on skis for 15 water years, but he skied a lot as a child.
Water skiing, he reasoned, was no different from riding a bike. Everything comes back to you once you climb on. So that, although Josh did not want to drive the boat faster, Kathy insisted that cranked up. Faster! Faster!
Ahh! The joy of the wind in his face and water at his feet. Oh! The pain of losing control and flying head over heels, landing on his back, and having to be removed from the water with a sprained shoulder seriously.
According to the National Safety Council, about 5 million Americans water ski each year, and approximately 6,500 require emergency treatment. Most of these injuries are the result of neglect and poor preparation.
Prepare Driver
* Learn and obey the rules "of the road" in the water.
* It takes three to water skiing:
"The skier
"The hook tow boat operator,
"An observer in the boat. The driver can not see and know if the skier has fallen while the boat see where this goes.
* Work in a corridor of at least 200 feet wide, giving a safety zone of 100 meters on both sides of the boat. The ski route must be at least 2,000 to 3,000 feet long.
* The boat driver is responsible for keeping the skier away from dangerous areas. Take time to familiarize themselves with the shoreline, shallow areas and obstacles. Keep the boat at a safe distance from the coast, piers and objects in the water.
* Be alert for ships to enter the ski resort. If you do, turn off the engine and allow the area to clear.
* Handle slow beginner skiers. High speeds are not essential for water skiing nice.
* Always approach a water skier in the driver's side of the boat.
* Choose a skier in the water is a dangerous business. His boat engine must be switched off and the propeller must be completely stopped.
* The boat should run parallel to the coast and slowly when landing.
* When the skier is down, lift one ski flag to alert other boaters.
* Equip your boat with a wide angle mirror rear view.
* A pole trailer, boarding ladder and the speedometer are also recommended.
Beware Skier
* Learn to swim!
* Do not ski in unknown waters where there could be hidden dangers. When the new water ski, take someone familiar with the area.
* Never ski in shallow water at night, or in front of another boat. raw water is particularly dangerous because the waves and a sea that run prevent the tow boat speed to maintain a smooth and clear.
* Always wear a life jacket properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard-approved. Life jackets are required in most states. The Type III life jacket is approved by the Coast Guard, and designed like a ski jacket. It should fit well and should keep the skier on your back on water, if he or she falls.
* The skier and the boat driver must agree to advance towards general ship, and signs of use.
* If a skier falls, he or she should snap up both hands to be seen and so that the signal is fine. In a congested area boating, a fallen skier must support a motorcycle to prove that all is well.
* Purchase age appropriate skis. Make sure the links are tight, but release in case of fall.
* Wear a helmet to protect against head injuries.
* Some of this information comes from the U.S. website Water Ski.
Another Water Hazard
* Do not stay in the water too long. The sun, wind, waves and vibrations can cause fatigue.
* If you are pulling or pull of being, not drinking alcohol, taking prescription or nonprescription drugs or using illegal drugs can impair your judgment.
* Use sunscreen and renew.
* Some special tips for those who like the water in the tube:
"Stay away from the coast. Most lesions tubers occur when water is too close to the shore.
"Before the water pipe, inspect the rope for wear and tube defects.
-Wear a vest Type III jacket.
"Two people should be on the boat.
About the Author
John Myre is the author of the award-winning book, Live Safely in a Dangerous World, and the publisher of the Safety Times Reproducible Articles..
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