Jet Skiing Travel Insurance

Jet skiing is the act of propelling a motorised personal watercraft across a body of water.

A jet ski is a personal watercraft with pivoting handles that is controlled by a standing or sitting rider.

Popular areas for jet skiing include:

• Tor Bay, Devon, UK - Weather in Tor Bay, Devon, UK
• Colwyn Bay, Wales, UK - Weather in Colwyn Bay, Wales, UK
• Lake Garda, Italy - Weather in Lake Garda, Italy
• Canyon Lake, California, USA - Weather Canyon Lake, California, USA
• Kefalonia, Greece - Weather in Kefalonia, Greece

The term 'jet skiing' as an umbrella term is actually a colloquialism as a jet ski is a specific brand of personal watercraft made by Kawasaki.

Early prototypes of the jet ski have been around since the 1920s, but mass production of the jet ski began in the early 1970s.

Jet skiing is a high risk activity because of the speeds involved while taking part.

The most common injuries sustained are from collisions with other objects. These injuries include:

• Cuts
• Bruises
• Blunt trauma
• Concussion
• Broken bones

The best way to avoid injury is to wear a fitted lifejacket. Often in the case of an accident a lifejacket will keep an unconscious or semi-conscious person afloat in the water.

There are engine-stop devices that are designed to cut the motor in case of accidents, such as a languard attached to the wrist.

A common problem is sunburn, sunstroke and dehydration. Jet skiing is a strenuous physical activity and takes place on salt water in direct sunlight. Be sure to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen with a high SPF.

Stay vigilant of obstacles such as swimmers, fallen skiers, rocks and boats.

Useful Websites: Jet Ski Safety - Rescue Diver - Jet Ski Injuries - Jet Skiing Wikipedia - Jet Skiers

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