Tag Archives: boating safety
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Florida ranks among the top of the nation in regard to miles of shoreline and amount of water traffic it sees every year. It should come as no surprise, then, that the state also ranks among the top in the nation in terms of number of boating accidents. Years back, the state legislature passed a… Read More »
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Many of the steps you should take after a boating accident are similar to the steps you would take if you were involved in a car accident. The first priority is always, of course, to check all parties for injuries and make sure everyone is safe. Call for medical treatment immediately if anyone is injured,… Read More »
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It is an unfortunate reality that every year there are dozens of boaters in Florida who pass away in what should be avoidable accidents on the state’s waterways. All boaters born after January 1, 1988 are required to pass boater education courses in the state before operating a vessel, but that law does not necessarily… Read More »