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Originally Posted by NoBozo
During my prep for the exam, I had a question about the minimum age that was required for the operation of PWCs, so I called the DEM. They told me the rule "Used To Be: Minimum age 16". But now, the operator, no matter how young, is required to pass the course/test. He said kids around the age of 14 typically have a Fail Rate of about 80%. So everything balances out.  NoBozo |
No NoBozo
in NH it's NH rules that count. You must be at least 16 years old and have a valid Boater Education Safety Certificate to drive a boat or PWC. Even if a parent holds a valid certificate and sits beside their 16+ year old the kid needs a certificate. Under 16 years different rules apply. I don't think you can even get a certificate in NH until you are 16. You can take the NH exam at 15.5 years but they won't issue the certificate until 16 I recall.
Just because it is the rule or law in RI does not mean it is OK in NH. When in doubt, check it out.
