Boating Basics: Specifically for PWCs

Reboarding a Capsized PWC

After a fall, the PWC could be overturned completely. When this occurs you should follow these procedures:

• Most manufacturers have placed a decal at the rear of the craft that indicates the direction to roll your PWC to an upright position. If no decal exists, check your owner’s manual or ask the dealer.
• With this information you should be able to roll the PWC over and reboard from the rear of the craft. If you roll it over the wrong way you could cause serious damage to your PWC.
• Practice reboarding with someone else around.
• Avoid riding your PWC when you are tired, as this can make reboarding more difficult.
• Avoid riding where there are strong currents or winds; this could hamper your reboarding efforts