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Ready References Continued education is a mark of a good boater The ABC3 Student Manual and handbooks provided in this course will serve you well as refresher and as ready reference Stay abreast of Federal and Indiana laws by visiting www.in.gov/dnr The publication provides a reasonably comprehensive compilation of laws that might impact the recreational or pleasure boater on Lake Michigan. The compilation is lengthy. As with your Student Manual, ABC3, and the handbook on Federal Regulations, coverage includes inland boating and open water boating in Lake Michigan with the associated differences in boats. There are two major reasons: First, both federal and state laws apply. Lake Michigan is part of the Great Lakes, the world's greatest international freshwater system. This publication reflects its international character with the presence of the U.S. Coast Guard. Indiana state laws also govern the lake. Second, the diversity of boats and the dangers presented by the open waters of Lake Michigan make safety regulations diverse and demanding. There are differing regulations for vessels of different size, for motorboats, for personal watercraft, and for sailboats Only electric motors may be used on state-owned, leased or licensed lakes smaller than 300 acres. No more than two 12-volt batteries can be used to power trolling motors in these waters.
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Americas Boating Course 3rd Edition
Indiana State & Local Regulations Chapter 2 Section 8 Chapter 2
Section 8 State & Local Regulations Know Indiana Administrative
Code, Title 312 Natural Resources Commission, Article 5 Boating on
Public Waters of Indiana.The USCG booklet, A BOATERS GUIDE TO THE
FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RECREATIONAL BOATERS, AND SAFETY TIPS and
the HANDBOOK OF INDIANA BOATING LAWS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
complement recreational boating information in your ABC3 Student
Manual.These two handbooks should be presented to every student for
their reference in class and while boating in Indiana. By the end
of this section the student will be able to state the differences
in Indiana from the Federal Rules and Regulations, and know you
must comply with Indiana laws while boating in Indiana. Point out
the differences to the student. Inform them that the more stringent
regulation prevails. Additional Indiana Code references Equipment:
Section Unlawful operation without proper equipmentSection Bilge
ventilatorsSection Carburetor backfire arrest deviceSection
Mufflers; underwater exhaustSection Personal flotation
devicesSection Holding tanks; sewage disposalSection
LitteringSection Gas or flammable liquidsSection LightsSection
White light aftSection Combination starboard and port lightsSection
Hand lanterns or flashlightsSection Pontoon boat lightsSection
Violations - See more at: Section "Small lake" definedSection
Unlawful operation prohibitedSection Careful and prudent
operationSection RepealedSection Operation of unsafe boats
prohibitedSection Dangerous operation prohibitedSection
SpeedingSection Night speed limitSection Restrictions on operation
on boundary lakesSection Small lakes; speed limitSection Small
lakes; rescission or amendment of exemption from speed limitSection
Effect of certain exemptions to motorboat speed limitsSection
Exemption from boat speed limitsSection Traffic rulesSection
Hazardous wake or wash prohibitedSection Minimum distance from
shore linesSection Adoption of rules regarding state or federally
financed lakes and reservoirsSection Applicability of chapter to
towed persons or objectsSection Towing of persons or objectsSection
Unnecessary sounding of whistle or hornSection SirensSection Load
beyond safe carrying capacitySection Occupants on gunwales or bow
decking prohibitedSection Mooring to or tampering with navigational
aidsSection Anchoring so as to interfere with trafficSection Boat
racesSection Permitting unlawful operationSection Unauthorized
possession or operationSection Violations - See more at: Ready
References Continued education is a mark of a good boater
The ABC3 Student Manual and handbooks provided in this course will
serve you well as refresher and as ready reference Stay abreast of
Federal and Indiana laws by visiting The publication provides a
reasonably comprehensive compilation of laws that might impact the
recreational or pleasure boater on Lake Michigan. The compilation
is lengthy. As with your Student Manual, ABC3, and the handbook on
Federal Regulations, coverage includes inland boating and open
water boating in Lake Michigan with the associated differences in
boats.There are two major reasons: First, both federal and state
laws apply. Lake Michigan is part of the Great Lakes, the world's
greatest international freshwater system. This publication reflects
its international character with the presence of the U.S. Coast
Guard.Indiana state laws also govern the lake. Second, the
diversity of boats and the dangers presented by the open waters of
Lake Michigan make safety regulations diverse and demanding. There
are differing regulations for vessels of different size, for
motorboats, for personal watercraft, and for sailboats Only
electric motors may be used on state-owned, leased or licensed
lakes smaller than 300 acres. No more than two 12-volt batteries
can be used to power trolling motors in these waters. Boat
Registration - DMV
Required for - Any motorboat boat in Indiana PWC Motorized sailboat
Exempt if - Registered in another state, and visiting less than 60
days Temp for foreign Lifeboat No-motor sail 312 IAC "Motorboat"
defined Authority: IC ; IC ; IC Affected: IC 14 Sec. 21.
"Motorboat" means a boat propelled by an internal combustion,
steam, or electrical inboard or outboard motor or engine or by any
mechanical means, including sailboats that are equipped with any
such motor or engine when in operation (whether or not the sails
are hoisted). (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar
23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2366, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed
May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29
a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA)
Registered boats are also to be titled in Indiana All motorboats
used in public waters must be registered. For a copy of Indiana
boating laws, write to DNR Division of Law Enforcement, 402 W.
Washington St., Room W255D, Indianapolis, IN, Certificate required
onboard when boat is operated Display the Registration Number
Renewed annually Validated by newexcise tax decal placed after
registration number Two decals issued with excise tax payment
Number and decal on port and starboard 3 block letters No other
numbers displayed on either bow Certificate of title needed Both
the vessel registration number and the hull identification numbers
must be clearly displayed on the vessel, according to Indiana
requirements.Two-inch spacing between IN and 4-diget number then
suffix letters, visible for at least 100 feet.Commercial vessels of
five tons or 30 feet in length must be registered with the USCG is
the owner so wishes.Vessels that have not been used in Indiana
waters for at lest 60 days do not have to be registered.The owner
has to complete a storage affidavit instead. Rule Boat Excise Tax
312 IAC Excise tax decals Authority: IC Affected: IC Sec. 1. If
both excise tax decals that are required by IC (2) would not be
clearly visible when a sailboat is underway, the taxpayer may
display the decals on the mast or boom if the decals are clearly
visible in both directions. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC
; filed Jul 22, 2004, 10:10 a.m.: 27 IR 3885; readopted filed May
29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR- RFA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46
p.m.: IR RFA) 2 space or dash Excise tax validation decal Boater
Education Card Motorboat or PWC operators must have valid drivers
license Operators 15 Years old may operate until becoming licensed
driver ONLY IF issued Boater Education Card If required to carry
Boater Education Card, have aboard No one under 15 years of age may
legally operate a motorboat greater than 10 horsepower or a PWC. IC
Section 9 License Requirements (a) Except as provided in
subsections (b) and (c), an individual may not operate a motorboat
on public waters unless the individual holds a valid driver's
license. (b) An individual who is at least fifteen (15) years of
age and who does not hold a valid driver's license may operate a
motorboat on public waters if the individual:(1) has been issued an
identification card by the bureau under IC ; and(2) has
successfully completed a boating education course approved by the
department for the purposes of this chapter. (c) An individual
who:(1) is at least twenty-one (21) years of age; and(2) does not
hold: (A) a valid driver's license; or (B) a driver's license that
is suspended or revoked; may operate a motorboat on public waters
if the individual is issued an identification card by the bureau
under IC before January 1, As added by P.L , SEC.8. - See more at:
(a) Except as provided in section 11 of this chapter, an individual
who knowingly or intentionally operates a motorboat on public
waters in violation of section 9 of this chapter commits a Class C
infraction. (b) In a proceeding to enforce this section, the burden
is on the defendant to prove by a preponderance of the evidence
that, at the time of the alleged offense, the defendant held a
valid driver's license or identification card. As added by P.L ,
SEC.8. - See more at: Unlawful Operations Personal Watercraft No
endangering persons or property of another person Operate in
reasonable and prudent manner No weaving through congested
watercraft No following towed water sport participants No jumping
of wake that endangers others No cutting between tow boat and towed
persons No crossing path of other boat when visibility obstructed
No chicken maneuvers Sec 6. A person may not operate a boat in a
manner that does any of the following: (1) Unnecessarily endangers
the person or property of another person. (2) Unnecessarily
interferes with the safe and lawful use of public waters by another
person. (3) Unnecessarily interferes with or obstructs a special
event sanctioned or otherwise legally permitted by the department,
another state, or the United States. As added by P.L , SEC.8. Sec.
10. (a) A personal watercraft operated on public waters must at all
times be operated in a reasonable and prudent manner. (b) A person
shall not operate a personal watercraft on public waters in a way
that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property. (c)
A person shall not do any of the following while operating a
personal watercraft on public waters:(1) Weave through congested
watercraft traffic in a way that endangers human life, human
physical safety, or property.(2) Follow a watercraft that is towing
an individual on: (A) water skis; (B) a surf board; or (C) another
water sport device; in a way that endangers human life, human
physical safety, or property.(3) Jump the wake of another
watercraft in a way that endangers human life, human physical
safety, or property.(4) Cut between a boat and the individual or
individuals being towed by the boat.(5) Cross paths with another
watercraft when visibility around the other watercraft is so
obstructed as to endanger human life, human physical safety, or
property.(6) Steer a personal watercraft toward an object or
individual in the water and turn sharply at close range in a way
that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property
(Chicken Maneuvers). As added by P.L , SEC.9 Unlawful Operations
Speed that endanger human life, safety or property
Speed the prevents stopping within assured distance ahead Failure
to obey regulatory marks idle speed/no-wake Operating a boat at
speeds more than 10 miles per hour between sunset and sunrise
Interfering with safe and lawful use of public waters Obstructing a
sanctioned special event Creating wake that endangers others
Circling boats fishing or swimmers Bow and gunnel riding on boats
less than 21 feet Operate within 200 feet of shore at greater than
idle speed Operate within 150 feet of diver-down flag Subject to
section 9 of this chapter, a person may not operate a boat during
the period between sunset and sunrise at a speed greater than ten
(10) miles per hour - See more at: IC A person operating a
motorboat may not approach or pass another boat: (1) in such a
manner; or (2) at such a rate of speed; as to create a hazardous
wake or wash. As added by P.L , SEC.8.IC Circular operation of
motorboats around fishers or swimmers prohibited Sec. 16. A person
may not operate a motorboat in a circular course around any of the
following:(1) Another boat with an occupant engaged in fishing.(2)
A person swimming. As added by P.L , SEC.8. - See more at: (a) A
person operating a motorboat may not permit an occupant to sit,
stand, or lie on the gunwales. (b) A person operating a motorboat
less than twenty-one (21) feet in length may not permit an occupant
to sit, stand, or lie on the bow decking of the motorboat, except
for any of the following purposes:(1) Anchoring.(2) Mooring.(3)
Casting off.(4) Other necessary purpose. As added by P.L , SEC.8 -
See more at: (a) A person operating a motorboat may not approach or
pass within two hundred (200) feet of the shore line of a lake or
channel of the lake at a place or point where the lake or channel
is at least five hundred (500) feet in width, except for the
purpose of trolling or for the purpose of approaching or leaving a
dock, pier, or wharf or the shore of the lake or channel. (b)
Except as provided in subsection (c), a person operating a
motorboat may not approach or pass within two hundred (200) feet of
the shore line of a lake or channel of the lake at a speed greater
than idle speed. (c) This subsection applies to lakes formed by
hydroelectric dams in a county having a population of: (1) more
than twenty-five thousand (25,000) but less than twenty-five
thousand five hundred (25,500); or(2) more than twenty thousand
(20,000) but less than twenty thousand three hundred (20,300). A
person operating a motorboat may not approach or pass within fifty
(50) feet of the shore line at a speed greater than idle speed.
However, on tributaries of lakes described in this subsection that
are formed by hydroelectric dams, a person operating a motor boat
may not approach or pass within two hundred (200) feet of the shore
line of the tributary at a speed greater than idle speed. For the
purposes of this chapter, tributaries on lakes formed by
hydroelectric dams do not include the principal body of water
flowing into the lakes. As added by P.L , SEC.8. Amended by P.L ,
SEC.3; P.L , SEC See more at: Alcohol and Drugs Intoxicated is
under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or drugs
or any combination of this items Alcohol concentration of 0.08
grams one hundred milliliters of persons blood or greater is
intoxicated Indiana is an Implied Consent state Refusal to submit
to test can lead to arrest Repeat offender may have committed a
class D felony As used in this chapter, "intoxicated" means under
the influence of: (1) alcohol; (2) a controlled substance; (3) any
drug (as defined in IC ) other than alcohol or a controlled
substance; or (4) any combination of alcohol, controlled
substances, or drugs; so that there is an impaired condition of
thought and action and the loss of normal control of an
individual's faculties. As added by P.L , SEC.8. Amended by P.L ,
SEC.16; P.L , SEC.4. - See more at: IC (a) Except as provided in
subsections (b) and (c), a person who operates a motorboat:(1) with
an alcohol concentration equivalent (as defined in IC ) to at least
eight-hundredths (0.08) gram of alcohol per: (A) one hundred (100)
milliliters of the person's blood; or (B) two hundred ten (210)
liters of the person's breath; or(2) while intoxicated; commits a
Class C misdemeanor. (b) The offense is a Class D felony if: (1)
the person has a previous conviction under: (A) IC (repealed); or
(B) this chapter; or (2) the offense results in serious bodily
injury to another person. (c) The offense is a Class C felony if
the offense results in the death of another person. As added by P.L
, SEC.8. Amended by P.L , SEC.19; P.L , SEC.17; P.L , SEC See more
at: A person who operates a motorboat in water over which Indiana
has jurisdiction impliedly consents to submit to the chemical test
provisions of this chapter as a condition of operating a motorboat
in Indiana. If a person refuses to submit to a chemical test under
this chapter, the court shall order the person to not operate a
motorboat for at least one (1) year. As added by P.L , SEC.8. - See
more at: (c) A person who refuses to submit to a chemical test may
be arrested for an offense under this chapter. (d) At a proceeding
under this chapter, a person's refusal to submit to a chemical test
is admissible into evidence.As added by P.L , SEC.8. - See more at:
Wear It Indiana WEAR IT INDIANA is a public outreach campaign
designed to enlighten and encourage the use of personal flotation
devices (life jackets) while boaters and swimmers are enjoying
Indiana waterways. Indiana DNRs Law Enforcement Division is
partnering with the National Safe Boating Council, United States
Coast Guard and private industry to reach a mass audience. As a
part of the campaign, Indiana Conservation Officers will visit
popular boat ramps and engage boaters as they launch and recover
watercraft. By educating the public, WEAR IT INDIANAs goal is to
reduce or eliminate the loss of life from drowning in the Hoosier
state. A U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable personal flotation
device (Type I, II, III, or V) is required for each person on any
boat.Boats 16 feet and longer, except for canoes or kayaks, must
also have one USCG-approved throwable PFD on board. Lake Michigan
and the Ohio River and boundary waters of the Wabash River have
special PFD regulations. Call the USCG at (219) for Lake Michigan,
(502) for southern Indiana, or see uscgboating.org for a copy of
federal boating regulations. Life Jacket Laws A USCG approved
wearable personal floatation device (PFD) correctly sized and in
serviceable condition is required on board for every person Boats
16 feet and longer must additionally carry a USCG approved
throwable device Persons being towed by a PWC and those operating
personal water craft MUST wear the PFD PFDs with water impact
ratings are suggested for high speed watersports such as operating
PWC and being towed IC Sec. 6. (a) This section does not apply to
the following: (1) A sailboard or windsurfing board (2) A manually
propelled boat, such as a racing shell, rowing scull, or racing
kayak: (A) that is recognized by national or international racing
associations for use in competitive racing; (B) in which all
occupants row, scull, or paddle, with the exception of a coxswain
if a coxswain is provided; and (C) that is designed to carry and
carries equipment only for competitive racing. (b) All boats must
be equipped with the number and type of personal flotation devices
listed in this subsection. A person may not operate a boat unless
the boat contains:(1) for each person on board, one (1) personal
flotation device that meets the requirements for designation by the
United States Coast Guard as a Type I, Type II, Type III, or Type V
personal flotation device; and(2) for a boat, except a canoe or
kayak, at least sixteen (16) feet in length and in addition to the
requirements of subdivision (1), one (1) personal flotation device
that meets the requirements for designation by the United States
Coast Guard as a Type IV personal flotation device. (c) The
director may waive the requirements of this section for a boat
during competition in a boat race for which a permit has been
issued by the department if the following conditions are met:(1)
The sponsor of the boat race has informed the director of the
precautions the sponsor will take to minimize the safety hazards
that exist due to noncompliance with the requirements of this
section (2) The sponsor files with the director a document under
which the sponsor assumes all liability that may result from the
use of a boat under the waiver. As added by P.L , SEC.8. Amended by
P.L , SEC.2; P.L , SEC.1. Concurrent Jurisdiction
Unique to states contiguous rivers and Great Lakes "Waters of
concurrent jurisdiction - State and USCG" refers to the following
waters within Indiana: Lake Michigan Ohio River Wabash River where
it forms the boundary between Indiana and Illinois Great Miami
River Federal and state rules apply for: Children under 13 must
wear lifejackets Firefightingequipment / VDS required Sound signals
whistle and bell over 12 meters Water skiing rules on Ohio River
312 IAC "Waters of concurrent jurisdiction" defined Authority: IC ;
IC ; IC Affected: IC 14 Sec. 47. "Waters of concurrent
jurisdiction" refers to the following waters within Indiana: (1)
Lake Michigan. (2) Ohio River. (3) Wabash River where it forms the
boundary between Indiana and Illinois. (4) Great Miami River.
(Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50
p.m.: 24 IR 2368, eff Jan 1, 2002; filed Jul 23, 2003, 10:15 a.m.:
26 IR 3868; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA;
readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA) Rule 13. Equipment
and Operational Standards on Waters of Concurrent Jurisdiction 312
IAC Modification of equipment and operational standards on waters
of concurrent jurisdiction; applicability Authority: IC ; IC
Affected: IC 14-15 Sec. 1. This rule varies the equipment and
operational standards specified in IC for waters of concurrent
jurisdiction. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar
23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2388, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed
May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46
p.m.: IR RFA) 312 IAC Children wearing personal flotation devices
on waters of concurrent jurisdiction Sec. 2. A person must not use
a recreational boat on waters of concurrent jurisdiction unless
each child onboard under thirteen (13) years of age is wearing an
appropriate personal flotation device approved by the United States
Coast Guard except where: (1) the child is below deck; (2) the
child is in an enclosed cabin; or (3) the boat is docked or at
anchor. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar 23,
2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2388, eff Jan 1, 2002; filed Jul 23, 2003,
10:15 a.m.: 26 IR 3869; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR
RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed
Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA) 312 IAC Firefighting equipment
used on waters of concurrent jurisdiction Sec. 3. (a) A person must
not use a motorboat less than twenty-six (26) feet long unless at
least one (1) B-1 hand portable fire extinguisher (no fixed system)
is maintained in the machinery space. This subsection does not
apply if the motorboat is as follows: (1) Propelled by outboard
motors. (2) Not carrying passengers for hire. (3) Constructed so
explosive or flammable gases or vapors cannot be entrapped. (b) A
person must not use a motorboat at least twenty-six (26) feet long,
but less than forty (40) feet long, unless at least two (2) B-1
hand portable fire extinguishers (no fixed system) and one (1) B-1
hand portable fire extinguisher (fixed system) are maintained in
the machinery space. (c) A person must not use a motorboat at least
forty (40) feet long, but less than sixty-five (65) feet long,
unless at least three (3) B-1 hand portable fire extinguishers (no
fixed system) and two (2) B-1 hand portable fire extinguishers
(fixed system) are (d) Where two (2) B-1 hand portable fire
extinguishers are required under subsection (b) or (c), one (1) B-2
hand portable fire extinguisher may be substituted. (Natural
Resources Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24
IR 2388, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.:
IR RFA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA) 312 IAC
Whistles, bells, and gongs on waters of concurrent jurisdiction
Affected: IC Sec. 4. (a) A boat less than twelve (12) meters long
must be provided with a means for making an efficient sound signal.
(b) A boat at least twelve (12) meters long shall be provided with
a whistle and a bell. (c) A bell required under this section may be
substituted by other equipment with the same sound characteristics
if manual sounding is impracticable. (Natural Resources Commission;
312 IAC ; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2389, eff Jan 1,
2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA; errata filed
Jun 2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46
p.m.: IR RFA) 312 IAC Water skiing on the Ohio River Authority: IC
; IC Affected: IC ; IC Sec. 5. (a) The following requirements apply
to the portions of the Ohio River on which Indiana and Kentucky
have concurrent jurisdiction: (1) A person must not operate a boat
while towing or otherwise assisting the propulsion of a person on
water skis, a water sled, a surfboard, a kite, or a similar device
during the period from one (1) hour after sunset to one (1) hour
before sunrise. A person must not manipulate any of the devices
described in this subdivision on the water from one (1) hour after
sunset to one (1) hour before sunrise. (2) A person being towed on
water skis, a surfboard, a kite, or a similar device must wear a
Type I personal flotation device, a Type II personal flotation
device, or a Type III personal flotation device. (3) A person
operating a boat which is towing a person on water skis, a
surfboard, or a similar device must have on-board either of the
following: (A) In addition to the operator, a person at least
twelve (12) years of age to act as an observer. (B) A rear view
mirror with at least a one hundred sixty (160) degree wide angle
field of vision mounted to enable the operator to observe any
person being towed. (4) A person operating a boat which is towing a
kite or a similar airborne device must have on-board, in addition
to the operator, a person at least twelve (12) years of age to act
as an observer. (b) This section does not apply to a lawful race,
regatta, or similar activity. (Natural Resources Commission; 312
IAC ; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2389, eff Jan 1, 2002;
readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR- RFA; errata filed Jun
2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46
p.m.: Towed Watersports Persons being towed by a PWC MUST wear a
Coast Guard approved personal flotation device. If being towed a
boat, it is recommend that that the PFD be worn but is required to
have one on the boat if it is not worn. Must have observer on
tow-boat who provides full attention to the person being
towed.Mirror not allowed when towing kite. SPECIAL Ohio River
Operations Have either a 12 Y.O. observer OR rear view mirror with
at least 160 degree field of vision, mounted to enable the operator
to observe any person being towed A person operating a motorboat
may not tow a water ski, a watersled, an aquaplane, or a similar
object, including a person on the waterski, watersled, aquaplane,
or similar object, unless:(1) the motorboat is occupied by at least
one (1) other person who is giving the person's entire attention to
watching the object or person towed; and(2) the person operating
the boat is giving the person's entire attention to the operation
of the boat. As added by P.L , SEC.8 - See more at: 312 IAC Water
skiing on the Ohio River Authority: IC ; IC Affected: IC ; IC Sec.
5. (a) The following requirements apply to the portions of the Ohio
River on which Indiana and Kentucky have concurrent jurisdiction:
(1) A person must not operate a boat while towing or otherwise
assisting the propulsion of a person on water skis, a water sled, a
surfboard, a kite, or a similar device during the period from one
(1) hour after sunset to one (1) hour before sunrise. A person must
not manipulate any of the devices described in this subdivision on
the water from one (1) hour after sunset to one (1) hour before
sunrise. (2) A person being towed on water skis, a surfboard, a
kite, or a similar device must wear a Type I personal flotation
device, a Type II personal flotation device, or a Type III personal
flotation device. (3) A person operating a boat which is towing a
person on water skis, a surfboard, or a similar device must have
on-board either of the following: (A) In addition to the operator,
a person at least twelve (12) years of age to act as an observer.
(B) A rear view mirror with at least a one hundred sixty (160)
degree wide angle field of vision mounted to enable the operator to
observe any person being towed. (4) A person operating a boat which
is towing a kite or a similar airborne device must have on-board,
in addition to the operator, a person at least twelve (12) years of
age to act as an observer. (b) This section does not apply to a
lawful race, regatta, or similar activity. (Natural Resources
Commission; 312 IAC ; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2389,
eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR- RFA;
errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA) Personal Watercraft
Towing
Towing by PWC on Indiana public waters requires: PWC at least 9
feet long PWC designed to seat at least 3 individuals An
individual, other than operator, observer Towed watersports hours
on the Ohio River are extended to 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hours
after sunset A personal watercraft shall not be used on public
waters to tow individuals engaged in waterskiing, aquaplaning, or
similar activities, unless: (1) the personal watercraft is at least
nine (9) feet long; (2) the personal watercraft is designed to seat
at least three (3) individuals; and (3) an individual other than
the operator of the personal watercraft is aboard the personal
watercraft, acting as an observer. As added by P.L , SEC.9. Amended
by P.L , SEC.1. - See more at: Litter and Waste Disposal
Unlawful to dispose of: Litter Other waste (1) Filth. (2) A putrid
substance. (3) An unwholesome substance. (4) Contents of a catch
basin. (5) Contents of a grease trap. (6) Any other graywater.
Consult 312 IAC Boating restrictions on specified public freshwater
lakes Rule 5. Waste Disposal Litter includes bottles, glass,
crockery, cans, scrap metal, junk, paper, garbage, rubbish,
plastic, or similar refuse. 312 IAC Application Authority: IC ; IC
; IC Affected: IC 14 Sec. 1. This rule governs the disposal or
discharge of sewage, graywater, and other wastes from a boat that
is located upon public waters. 312 IAC Litter and other waste
disposal from a boat Sec. 3. (a) Except as provided in subsection
(b), a person must not dispose of litter or other waste from a boat
maintained or operated upon public water. (b) A person who
maintains or operates a boat upon Lake Michigan or another waterway
described in 40 CFR 1700 must not violate 40 CFR 1700 in treatment
or disposal of litter or other waste from a boat. (c) As used in
this section, "other waste" includes the following: (1) Filth. (2)
A putrid substance. (3) An unwholesome substance. (4) Contents of a
catch basin. (5) Contents of a grease trap. (6) Any other
graywater. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC 5-5-3; filed Mar
23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2372, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed
May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29
a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA;
filed Aug 27, 2015, 10:40 a.m.: IR FRA) Rule 6. Specified Public
Freshwater Lakes; Restrictions 312 IAC Boating restrictions on
specified public freshwater lakes; applicability Sec. 1. (a) This
rule establishes zones on specified public freshwater lakes to
govern the operation of boats for any of the following purposes:
(1) Addressing unusual conditions or hazards. (2) Fish, wildlife,
or botanical resource management. (3) The protection of users. (b)
This rule may modify or supplement 312 IAC 11. (c) In order to be
effective, a zone established under this rule must be identified
on-site by buoys placed under 312 IAC 5-4. (Natural Resources
Commission; 312 IAC 5-6-1; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR
2373, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR
RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed
Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA) International Marine Pollution
Law
No trash, garbage or waste overboard in waters of USA.This or
similarly worded decal is to be applied to boats 26 feet and longer
as reminder to not pollute.Applies to all boaters. 312 IAC Litter
and other waste disposal from a boat Authority: IC ; IC ; IC
Affected: IC 14 Sec. 3. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a
person must not dispose of litter or other waste from a boat
maintained or operated upon public water. (b) A person who
maintains or operates a boat upon Lake Michigan or another waterway
described in 40 CFR 1700 must not violate 40 CFR 1700 in treatment
or disposal of litter or other waste from a boat. (c) As used in
this section, "other waste" includes the following: (1) Filth. (2)
A putrid substance. (3) An unwholesome substance. (4) Contents of a
catch basin. (5) Contents of a grease trap. (6) Any other
graywater. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC 5-5-3; filed Mar
23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2372, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed
May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29
a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA;
filed Aug 27, 2015, 10:40 a.m.: IR FRA) Waste and Trash,
continued
Oil/Fuel Spills Spills reported immediately to US Coast Guard at
Indiana Department of Environmental Management at Placard displayed
for vessels >26 Waste and Trash, continued The discharge of oil
and hazardous substances is strictly prohibited by the regulations
issued under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. This act
requires all boats with propulsion machinery to have a capacity to
retain oil mixtures onboard. You are not allowed to discharge oil
or hazardous substances. You are not allowed to sump oil into the
bilge of the boat without means for proper disposal. You must
discharge oil wastes to a reception facility. On recreational boats
a bailer or bucket is adequate. You must immediately notify the
U.S. Coast Guard if your boat discharges oil or hazardous
substances in the water. Call toll free Report the discharges
location, color, source, substances, size and time observed. If
your boat is 26 or longer you must display a 5 x 8 placard made of
durable material fixed in a conspicuous place in the machinery
spaces, or at the bilge pump control station stating the following:
Some MSDs can treat sewage
Marine Sanitation Devices (MSD) MSD holds sewage Some MSDs can
treat sewage Use pumpout stations Indiana waters are considered
NoDischarge Zones. Thisdesignation extends to LakeMichigan and
federal waterways.Refer to nautical charts fordesignated areas 312
IAC Sewage disposal from a boat Authority: IC ; IC ; IC Affected:
IC 14 Sec. 2. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c), a person
must not keep, maintain, or operate upon public water a boat that
is equipped with a water closet or toilet unless the water closet
or toilet is equipped with a Type III marine sanitation device with
the capacity to store wastes for subsequent disposal at: (1) an
approved shoreside facility or incinerator; or (2) a treatment
system approved by the Indiana department of environmental
management according to rules adopted by the: (A) solid waste
management board; or (B) water pollution control board. (b) Except
as provided in subsection (c), a person may not dispose of sewage
accumulated in a Type III marine sanitation device or any other
container on a boat in a manner that the sewage reaches or may
reach public waters, except through a sewage disposal facility
approved by the Indiana department of environmental management
according to rules adopted by the: (1) solid waste management
board; or (2) water pollution control board. (c) A person who
maintains or operates a boat, upon Lake Michigan or another
waterway described in 40 CFR 140.3, that is equipped with a Type I
marine sanitation device or a Type II marine sanitation, must
comply with 33 CFR 159 and 40 CFR 140. (d) The following
definitions apply throughout this section: (1) "Sewage" means human
bodily wastes. (2) "Type I marine sanitation device" has the
meaning set forth at 40 CFR (3) "Type II marine sanitation device"
has the meaning set forth at 40 CFR (4) "Type III marine sanitation
device" has the meaning set forth at 40 CFR (Natural Resources
Commission; 312 IAC 5-5-2; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR
2372, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: IR
RFA; errata filed Jun 2, 2009, 10:29 a.m.: IR ACA; readopted filed
Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: IR RFA) 17 Marine Engine Noise Both the
National Association of StateBoating Law Administrators (NASBLA)
andthe National Marine ManufacturersAssociation (NMMA) have Model
NoiseActs. These requirements are in compliance with the SAE
recommended dBA standards. NASBLA requires 88dBA under SAE J2005,
and 75 dBA under SAE J1970. NMMA recommends 90 dBA under SAE J2005.
Indiana requires engine mufflers that are NOTswitchable; a
violation is a Class C infraction SAE J34: The most precise
measurement available, taken of a boat at a distance of 50 ft. with
wide-open throttle (the near maximum noise of the boat). Although
great for engineering standards, it is difficult for enforcement
purposes in the field. The Coast Guard recommends 86 decibels
(dBA), which most states have adopted as law. SAE J2005: This
measures the engine sound at idle with the microphone 1.5 m away.
SAE recommends a limit of 90dbA for this method, which does not
account for the speed or power of the boat. SAE J1970: In realizing
the enforcement difficulties of the previous methods, SAE designed
this shoreline noise test enabling regulations keeping the boat
under 75 dBA at 50 ft. by operation, not mechanics. The operator is
responsible for controlling the noise of the boat. Sound energy
dissipates with distance, other sound and wind. A comprehensive
study on sound with motorboats (but not including PWC) found that
sound dissipates up to 9.9dBA when the boat travels from 50 ft to
200 ft away (4.8 dBA reduction from 50 to 100 ft, additional 5.1
dBA reduction from 100 to 200 ft.). Reference:ABC3 Manual, Chapter
2, Section 8, paragraph 21;internet - -
https://www.cpperformance.com/t-state_noise_laws.aspx 18
Diving/Snorkeling Flags
Boaters remain 150 feet away from flag Divers remain within 100
feet of flag Avoid placing in Areas already occupied by boaters or
in narrow channels Diving/Snorkeling Flags Avoid placing these
flags in areas already occupied by boaters or narrow channels. It
is not safe to dive or snorkel in these areas.The red and white
divers flag marks the location of divers and snorkelers.Stay well
clear, at least 150 feet in Indiana. . Boating Accidents
Immediately stop boat close to scene
Stay at scene and provide to other boat and each injured person 1.
Operators name and address 2. Identification of boat operated 3.
Name and address of owner 4. Exhibit operators license if requested
5. Provide reasonable assistance The operator of a boat involved in
an accident or a collision resulting in injury to or death of a
person or damage to a boat or other property shall do the
following: (1) Stop the boat immediately and as close as possible
to the scene of the accident. (2) Return to the scene of the
accident and remain there until the operator has complied with this
section. (3) Give: (A) the operator's name and address; (B) a full
identification of the boat operated; and (C) the name and address
of the owner; to the operator of each other boat and each person
injured. (4) Upon request, exhibit the operator's license to the
operator of each other boat and each person injured. (5) Provide
reasonable assistance to each person injured, including carrying or
arranging for carrying each injured person to a physician, surgeon,
or hospital for medical or surgical treatment if: (A) it is
apparent that treatment is necessary; or (B) the injured person so
requests. - See more at: Accident Reporting If 1. Injury to or
death of a person
2.Damage to a boat or other property exceeding $750 Operator SHALL
Notify sheriff or Notify state police or Notify Conservation or
office File written report within 24 hours a) The operator of a
boat involved in an accident or a collision resulting in: (1)
injury to or death of a person; or (2) damage to a boat or other
property to an apparent extent of at least seven hundred fifty
dollars ($750); shall provide the information required under
subsection (b). (b) An operator of a boat subject to subsection (a)
shall do the following: (1) Give notice of the accident to: (A) the
office of the sheriff of the county; (B) the nearest state police
post; or (C) the nearest conservation office; immediately and by
the quickest means of communication. (2) Mail to the department a
written report of the accident or collision within twenty-four (24)
hours of the accident or collision. - See more at: 21 Aquatic
Nuisances To prevent the spread of non-native fish and mollusks in
our waterways, boaters should follow these simple rules: Trailer
boaters should remove visible mud, plants, fish or animals from
boats and trailers prior to transport to another body of water.
Scrape any mussels from boat or outdrive, and flush hull, bilges
& water holding compartments with hot water (at least 120 F or
use 1 quart / gal of vinegar). Do not release plants or fish,
including bait, into a body of water unless it came out of that
same body of water. Aquatic Nuisances Boaters have a responsibility
to help prevent the spread of aquatic nuisances, such as Zebra
Mussels. We must make sure we clean our boats to keep from
unknowingly transporting mussels from one area to another. Proper
hull maintenance and engine flush will reduce the chances of the
spread of these and other nuisances. From Other Sections Know your
boats capacity capacity plate -7
Know fueling procedures and check lists 3 Use a FLOAT PLAN 3 and
appendix D Navigation Rules 4 Skiers and towed watersports - 13
Aids to Navigation 5 Weather and Emergencies 11 Use pre-boating
briefing check list 3 Navigation lights and sound devices - 7
Federal and State laws are often similar, with state laws typically
more stringent.State laws prevail on state waters. Law Enforcement
Conservation Officers with the Indiana Department of Natural
Resources enforce boating laws in Indiana U.S. Coast Guard officers
and other authorized peace or law enforcement officers may also
enforce laws USCG also has authority on Waters of Concurrent
Jurisdiction Officers have authority to stop and board boats in
order to check for compliance with state and federal laws. Indiana
Boating Contacts
Division of Law Enforcement Department of Natural Resources Indiana
Government Center-South 402 West Washington Street, Room W255-D
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 End Chapter 2 End of Chapter 2
SUMMARY:
In this section you have learned: Ages when life jackets must be
worn on waters of concurrent jurisdiction. Sewage and waste
disposal. Mandatory and continuing education. Laws for recreational
towing of skiers, tubes, wake boards and knee boards. Laws for VDS.
Muffler requirements. PWC operations. Alcohol BAC. Law enforcement
authority. Boat accident reporting.