Boaters And Watercraft Operators...
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As of September 15, 2009 all boaters in Canada will need to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card or they risk expensive fines.
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The PCOC (Pleasure Craft Operator Card) is proof of competency that a boater has the basic knowledge to operate a motorized vessel safely.
Avoid fines for common boating offences
- - Operating a vessel in a careless manner - $250
- - Speeding - $100
- - Underage operation of a personal watercraft - $100
- - Operating a power-driven pleasure craft without the required Pleasure Craft Operator Card - $250
- - Insufficient number of approved, appropriately sized flotation devices - $200 for each absent device
Q. Why do boaters now need a Pleasure Craft Operator Card?
A. To attempt to reduce boating injuries and fatalities the Pleasure Craft Operator Card (also known as the boating licence) regulations were designed as proof of competency that a boater has the basic knowledge to operate a motorized vessel safely.
Q. Who needs the card?
A. As of September 15, 2009 the Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations require operators of pleasure craft fitted with a motor and used for recreational purposes to have proof of competency on board at all times.
Q. How do I get the card?
A. After you complete the study guide and pass the exam a Pleasure Craft Operator Card will be mailed to your home. If the exam is taken online you will have the option of printing a temporary card while you wait for the mailed one to arrive.
Q. Does the card expire?
A. No. The Pleasure Craft Operator Card is good for life with no annual fees.
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