Boating Basics: Specifically for PWCs
Ignition Safety Switches

• Most PWCs and powerboats come equipped by the manufacturer with an important
  device called an emergency ignition safety switch. This is a safety device that is designed to shut off the engine if the operator is thrown from the proper operating position.

• A lanyard is attached to the safety switch and the operator’s wrist or life jacket. The safety switch shuts off the engine if the operator falls off the PWC or out of the powerboat. If your vessel does not come equipped with an ignition safety switch, you should have one installed.
• It is illegal to ride your PWC without attaching the lanyard properly between the switch and yourself.