Boat Safety Tips for the Fall Season

By MSW -

Have you ever went boating in the fall at the Lake of the Ozarks? If not, you should know it can be such a GOOD time. However, safety should always be a priority while out on the water, no matter what season it is. Our boat lift remote control system company is here to give you a few boat safety tips for the fall season in this week's blog. Looking to have a new boat lift remote control system installed? Call Firstmate Controls today! Visit our website at www.FirstmateControls.com for more information.



Boat Safety Tips for the Fall Season

ALWAYS HAVE LIFE JACKETS ON BOARD.

Not only is this a law, but it's an important safety tip. You should have enough life jackets on board for everyone aboard your boat. This goes for good swimmers and those who can't swim very well. It doesn't matter. If you are out on the water, it can take only seconds for an accident to happen and you're better off with a life jacket.

NEVER BOAT WHILE INTOXICATED.

Too many boat accidents have happened over the years that were caused by boating while intoxicated. If you know you are going to boat to a cove somewhere and have a few drinks, plan ahead and bring a sober captain with you that can drive your boat back. The consequences simply aren't worth it.

DRESS APPROPRIATELY.

While this is Missouri and the weather can be REALLY unpredictable, fall is typically not as warm as summer, so dress for that if you know you are going to be out on the boat. Layer up and stay warm. Nothing can ruin a boat trip quite like catching a cold.

GET YOUR DOCK CHECKED FOR POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARDS.

You may not be out on your dock as much now as you were in the summer, but safety should still be a priority. You should get dock checked. We can help.


Schedule Your Dock Check Today With Firstmate Controls!

This service includes: checking out Blower Boxes, the Lift Structure, Air in lifts, Ramps, Cables, Bolts, Bushings, Hoses, Dock Frame, Posts, Purlins, and Roof Panels for Breaks. You can schedule your dock check with us very conveniently by filling out this form: https://form.jotform.com/200556319362150 OR by giving us a call at the phone number listed below. 

If you are looking to improve your dock by adding some USEFUL dock accessories, you should give us a call! Our manufacturing facility is in Labadie, Missouri. Everything is built from the ground up from the time you place your order until it goes out the door. We begin with our corrosion-resistant Aluminum frame design. Any electronic components are tested in pre-production and again prior to shipping. As your system goes down the line, it is spot-checked for Quality Control and put together by our knowledgeable staff. Prior to shipping, all systems are fully tested, valves pressure checked, and packaged ready to be delivered to your door or your dock. We are thankful to have a staff of dedicated employees who all have the same goal in mind. They are encouraged to be inventive; always look for improvements in design for what makes a better product; input is key. Most importantly ~ what comes out of our facility is only a quality product. 

 Happy Fall Everyone! Have fun and be safe!


Boat Lift Controls You Can Count On!

Firstmate Controls 
410 Century Business Drive
Labadie, MO 63055

Phone: (866) 570-9707



Location: Labadie, MO 63055, USA

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