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Module 06 - Other Water Activities Emergency Preparation
Using Hand Signals
Both the spotter and the person being towed must be able to communicate using standardized hand signals. Think of yourselves as a ‘driver-spotter-rider’ team and discuss the hand signal meanings as a group before leaving the dock!
Remember: In most states, the person being towed on any device is considered to be on the boat and is required to wear a lifejacket.
The hand signals are:
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