JET SKI SAFETY

While our jet skis are fun and that's the name of the game, your safety is our #1 Priorty here at Salt Watersports. We pride ourselves in having a ZERO ACCIDENT RECORD over our 10 years of operation and aim to keep it that way.

Prior to hopping onto one of our skis, we'll conduct a safety briefing to go over all of the things you'll need to know to both keep you safe as well as keep you out of trouble as there are certain laws imposed by the Cayman Islands Government that should be followed - Failure to do so could land you in a bit of a pickle and put a damper on your jet ski experience. To avoid this, we urge you to carefully read the rules and guidelines below, prior to the start of your ride.

Thank you for choosing Salt Watersports as your jet ski provider here in Grand Cayman! We look forward to seeing you on the beach real soon! :)

JET SKI RULES & GUIDELINES

WELCOME TO SALTWATER SPORTS! Please Read Carefully Before Hitting the Water. We’re here to ensure you have a safe and fun experience so please follow the guidelines below:

SPEED LIMITS

Inside the swim zone (marked by tall cylindrical buoys, ~200 ft from shore):
➤ MAX 5 MPH — NO EXCEPTIONS as this area is shared with swimmers, snorkelers and paddlers.
➤ Violations may result in tickets, fines and non-refundable termination of rental.
Outside the swim zone:
➤ MAX 40 MPH.
➤ Speeds above this increase risk of injury and ski damage.
All skis are monitored via onboard GPS and speed tracking.
Staff will also monitor all riders from the beach with binoculars.
➤ Repeated violations = warnings and then non-refundable rental cancellation.

WE'RE WATCHING SO PLEASE STAY IN BOUNDS

Stay within the yellow buoys (approximately 2 miles appart)
Do NOT go around the points of the island. If we lose sight of you it'll be difficult assist in case of an emergency.
ALWAYS STAY AWAY FROM BOATS! Stay at least 100 ft away from ALL boats. Especially those with red & white dive flags - means divers/snorkelers are in the water!

SAFETY TIPS

Life jackets must be worn at all times.
Lanyard (kill switch) must stay clipped to your life jacket, not your wrist.
No reverse - skis only move forward so be mindful of this when approaching the beach.
If you feel like the ski is going to tip, simply let go and fall into the water. It's a better option than pulling the ski over and on top of you.
If you fall off, climb on from the back using the pulldown knee rest.
If the ski flips upside down, flip it back immediately. (We’ll show you how)

SKI DAMAGE - EXPENSIVE REPAIRS

Avoid flipping the ski! Here's how:

NEVER turn sharply at high speed.
Don’t lean on turns (especially with 2 riders on the same side at the same time)
Water in the engine will mean a costly repair bill for you so please do your best to keep the ski upright.
When returning to shore, turn the ski off 10–15 feet from the beach (red button or kill switch.)
NEVER drive the ski up onto the beach and avoid sucking sand into the ski by turning the ski off when getting near to the shoreline.

TRACK YOUR TIME

Phones go in the dry bag in the front compartment. Feel free to call us any time if you need assistance. Our phone # is listed on the front storage compartment directly in front of you.
Late return = US $20 per each additional 5 minutes (after a 5-minute grace period).
If you’re way over your time or we have other bookings, we may to head out to call you in.

SAFE SPACING

Stay at least 50 ft away from other skis - including your group’s skis.
Never drive head-on toward another ski - steer away early! Please keep out of the same line of passage of other oncoming skis.

Check the safety sticker on your skis' center console - It summarizes this information as well as lists a contact number to call should an issues arise during your rental. Don't worry, we're always watching and right here to help if anything pops up. Have fun, ride safe and thank you again for choosing Salt Watersports! :)