Safety and hire rules

Our boats are surveyed and carry all the safety gear you need. These rules keep everyone safe on the water.

Before you go

• The person hiring must be 18 or over.
• Only people named on the booking may drive.
• The Polycraft needs a current boat licence.
• Children under 10 must wear a life jacket at all times.
• Never carry more people than the boat is licensed for.

On the water

• Stay inside the area shown on our waterway map.
• Keep clear of other boats.
• No swimming or diving from the boat.
• Do not refuel or try to fix the engine. Call us instead.
• Use the safety gear only in an emergency.
• Follow Safe Transport Victoria rules and come back straight away if we ask.
• Return the boat before closing time.

Your responsibility

You are responsible for the boat and its gear while you have it, including any loss or damage, and any fines issued during your hire. The full hire agreement is signed at the jetty before you go.