(HealthDay News) — If you’re one of the 70 million Americans who enjoy boating, the U.S. Coast Guard offers these safety suggestions:
- You and your passengers should wear well-fitted life jackets at all times.
- Avoid drinking alcohol, which is a factor in about 1 in 5 boating deaths.
- Take a prep course in boating safety.
- Have your boat inspected regularly.
- Make sure the boat is properly vented to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Install carbon monoxide detectors in living and sleeping areas.