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Observer Watching Persons Being Towed

Vessel operators towing a person(s) on water skis, a surfboard, or any similar device have specific equipment and observer requirements.

  • Each person being towed behind a vessel must wear a USCG–approved Type I, II, or III PFD.
  • An individual may not operate a vessel on any waters of this state while towing an individual on water skis, a surfboard, or similar device unless:
    • There is another individual in the towing vessel observing any individual being towed or...
    • The vessel is equipped with a rearview mirror at least 78 square inches (198.12 square centimeters) that provides the operator an unobstructed field of vision to the rear.
  • PWC towing an individual on water skis, a kneeboard, an inflatable craft, or any other device must have an observer on board or the PWC must have a rearview mirror on each side so that the operator has an unobstructed field of vision to the rear.
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