The guide to Superyacht law - Fourth edition

FLYBOARDS Flyboards are a recent trend in water sports, but present particular health and safety risks. They are typically powered by a jet ski, so it is essential to ensure that you consider the local laws relating to jet skis when using a flyboard. Age restrictions are likely to apply and could vary between jurisdictions. As a duty of care is imposed on the user, proper care and attention should be given when in use. It is worth checking whether their use is covered under any of your insurance policies as water sports equipment, or whether specialist insurance is required. If you will be using flyboards from your superyacht, we would recommend taking guidance and training by a qualified instructor as well as having suitable indemnities in place for guests to sign prior to their use, whether or not the superyacht is chartered or used privately. SUBMARINES Small ‘personal’ submarines are the height of luxury and ideal for superyachts. They are built to the highest standards of health and safety with many approved by classification societies and registry requirements. Training is essential for their use which is usually provided upon purchase. A qualified instructor is not required for use but in some jurisdictions like Canada you need to have an open water diving licence to navigate a personal submarine. You should uphold proper maintenance of submarines as accidents could be caused by incorrect storage. A general duty of care is owed to all other users of the sea when using submarines. Given their inherent risk there are currently only a few insurers who provide specialist coverage.

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