Boating Basics: On the Water Specifically for PWCs

Ignition Safety Switches

• Most PWCs come equipped with an emergency ignition safety switch which is designed to shut the engine down if the operator is thrown from the proper operating position.
• The ignition safety switch works by attaching a lanyard between the operator and the switch. If the lanyard is removed from the switch, then the engine will shut off.

• If your PWC does not come equipped with an ignition safety switch, you should have one installed.
• It is illegal to ride your PWC without properly attaching the switch’s lanyard to yourself.
• Never leave the lanyard attached to the ignition safety switch when the PWC is beached or unattended.