Boating Safety Tips

• Always wear your Personal Flotation Device (PFD) when onboard a boat. All children on all boats under the age of 12 in PA must always wear a PFD.
  
• Keep clear of swimmers and designated swimming areas.
  
• Alcohol is involved in over 50% of all boating fatalities - DON'T DRINK WHILE BOATING!
  
• Check and heed weather forecasts before boating.
• Always carry a fire extinguisher and make sure it is fully charged.
• Always carry a fresh supply of flares to use in case of an emergency.
• Do not overload the boat.
• Avoid horseplay.
• Take the PA Boaters Safety Course online.

Swimming Safety Tips

• Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy.
  
• Avoid swimming in cold water for long periods of time.
• Never go swimming when it is storming and lightning.
• Learn water rescue techniques.
• Learn to swim.
• Never dive into shallow water.
• Learn CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).