14 Del. Admin. Code § 935-86.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 7, January 1, 2025

Section 935-86.0 - Watercraft Activities for Wilderness Adventure Facilities

86.1 A licensee offering boating or other watercraft activities shall meet the following requirements:

86.1.1 A licensee shall ensure that each person wears a Personal Flotation Device approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for that particular activity while on the water.

86.1.2 A licensee shall ensure campers have at least an American Red Cross Advanced Beginner Swimming Certificate, American Red Cross Survival Swimming Certificate, or its equivalent before being allowed to participate in boating activities.

86.1.3 A licensee shall ensure that each watercraft is in good repair before use.

86.1.4 A licensee shall ensure a watercraft towing a water skier, tuber, or towable has an adult observer on board in addition to the driver.

86.1.4.1 Ropes used to tow must be at least 100 feet in length.

86.1.4.2 A licensee shall ensure the operator keeps a safe distance from docks, other boats, bulkheads, and shorelines when towing someone behind a boat.

86.1.5 A licensee shall ensure an individual using a watercraft has been trained in boarding, debarking, and safety procedures for the craft.

86.1.6 A licensee shall ensure a watercraft docking area is not adjacent to a swimming area, and that a swimming area is not used for the launching or dropping off water-skiers.

86.1.7 A licensee shall follow the watercraft's rated capacity.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 935-86.0

27 DE Reg. 599 (2/1/2024) (Final)