If your PWC is equipped with an engine cut-off lanyard in Florida, what must you do with it?

The requirement to attach the engine cut-off lanyard to the operator at all times is crucial for maintaining safety while operating a Personal Watercraft (PWC). This lanyard is designed to shut off the engine if the operator falls off or becomes separated from the controls, thus preventing potential accidents, loss of control, or injury to the operator and others in the vicinity.

By ensuring the lanyard is connected to the operator, it serves as a vital safety feature. In Florida, regulations emphasize the importance of using this mechanism to enhance the safety of PWC operation. This measure is essential not just for legal compliance but also for promoting responsible and safe boating practices. The other options, such as storing the lanyard in the glove compartment or removing it when not in use, do not contribute to safety and could, in fact, lead to dangerous situations if the PWC were to be operated without the lanyard properly attached.