When reboarding a personal watercraft (PWC) after a fall, the PWC should be rolled upright according to the manufacturer's instructions, which is typically indicated by a decal on the hull or the owner's manual. This rolling direction is important to avoid damaging the engine or flooding the craft. The correct procedure is to position yourself on the side indicated by the directional arrow and use your body weight to roll the PWC back upright. Once the PWC is upright, approach from the stern (rear) and use the rear grab handle to pull yourself onto the boarding platform. From there, pull yourself up onto the seat carefully, maintaining balance to avoid tipping the craft again. Before restarting the engine, reattach the safety lanyard to your wrist or lifejacket. Key points for rolling and reboarding a PWC after a fall:
- Roll the PWC in the direction shown by the decal or owner's manual.
- Use steady force to right the craft without causing damage.
- Reboard from the rear using grab handles and boarding steps.
- Ensure the engine is off and safety lanyard is attached before restarting.
- Take care with your movements to keep the PWC stable during reboarding.
This method minimizes damage risk and helps the rider get safely back on the watercraft.
