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01--LICENSING.
Licensing ensures you that you are under the supervision of a responsible
operator. They should display their state and local licenses. Using one that
operates from an established location is a good start. Avoid paying cash for
your ride on the boat! A practice that unlicensed operators employ.
02--ESTABLISHED OPERATORS. Only parasail with established business operators who are insured by a State licensed Agency. Avoid operators who use offshore insurance companies. If you are injured you may have difficulty being reimbursed.
03--WEATHER CONDITIONS. Avoid parasailing in high wind. (see chart) High winds increase the likelihood of problems in case you must make an emergency water landing. Never fly in rain, fog or an approaching storm as lightning presents a hazard. Remember you are the passenger; when in doubt say, ‘No Thank You!’
04--PASSENGER AGE RESTRICTIONS. Although some operators claim that you can parasail at virtually any age. This is not true. The harness style passenger support requires some skills and in general it is NOT RECOMMENDED for passengers under 16.
05--PRE-FLIGHT SAFETY BRIEFING. Make certain that you get adequate safety briefing prior to your flight. This safety briefing should include; a) a description of the activity itself, b) safety procedures in the event of an unexpected emergency, c) the proper use of hands signals while airborne, d) evacuation procedures during a water landing, fire or capsizing. At this time participants who are afraid or intimidated should excuse themselves. It supposed to be FUN not scary.
06--ALTITUDE. Parasailing at an altitude of more than 600 feet is discouraged, especially in close proximity to the shoreline or other objects. The maximum altitude for hand signals and recovery during water landings over open ocean is 600 feet 300 feet over small lakes, bays or sounds.
07--RELEASE FORM. Read the release form carefully before you sign it. Know what you are signing.
08--EQUIPMENT SAFETY. It is important that you educate yourself on the different types of parasail passenger support devices and their constraints. Please review the Parasail Equipment Safety Guideline Chart below .
02--ESTABLISHED OPERATORS. Only parasail with established business operators who are insured by a State licensed Agency. Avoid operators who use offshore insurance companies. If you are injured you may have difficulty being reimbursed.
03--WEATHER CONDITIONS. Avoid parasailing in high wind. (see chart) High winds increase the likelihood of problems in case you must make an emergency water landing. Never fly in rain, fog or an approaching storm as lightning presents a hazard. Remember you are the passenger; when in doubt say, ‘No Thank You!’
04--PASSENGER AGE RESTRICTIONS. Although some operators claim that you can parasail at virtually any age. This is not true. The harness style passenger support requires some skills and in general it is NOT RECOMMENDED for passengers under 16.
05--PRE-FLIGHT SAFETY BRIEFING. Make certain that you get adequate safety briefing prior to your flight. This safety briefing should include; a) a description of the activity itself, b) safety procedures in the event of an unexpected emergency, c) the proper use of hands signals while airborne, d) evacuation procedures during a water landing, fire or capsizing. At this time participants who are afraid or intimidated should excuse themselves. It supposed to be FUN not scary.
06--ALTITUDE. Parasailing at an altitude of more than 600 feet is discouraged, especially in close proximity to the shoreline or other objects. The maximum altitude for hand signals and recovery during water landings over open ocean is 600 feet 300 feet over small lakes, bays or sounds.
07--RELEASE FORM. Read the release form carefully before you sign it. Know what you are signing.
08--EQUIPMENT SAFETY. It is important that you educate yourself on the different types of parasail passenger support devices and their constraints. Please review the Parasail Equipment Safety Guideline Chart below .
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The Parasail Safety Council (PSC) is a not-for-profit organization representing the parasailing public and dedicated to effectively raise the safety standards of commercial parasailing with a focus on education, certification through strict regulations.
One of our core values is ‘risk transparency’ encouraging an open, honest dialogue about parasailing risks and effective risk management.
Through the organizations efforts, it has become the worlds leading provider of unbiased information about parasailing.
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Parasail Safety Council Founder
Mark McCulloh
Inventor - Motivational Speaker - Entrepreneur
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History of Modern Day Parasailing
The Brain Child Behind it all !
by David Carminito
Impassioned with the sport of (para-sailing) at age 15. Mark McCulloh is an accomplished inventor, motivational speaker and entrepreneur from Miami, Florida.
Today, Mark is internationally recognized as the original inventor of winchboat and modern day parasailing equipment beginning the introduction of the worlds first offshore parasail platforms leading up to the legendary Winchboat that revolutionized parasailing and ensured the breakthrough and expansion of the commercial parasailing marketplace worldwide.
With more than 40 years of history in parasail equipment designs, innovations, training techniques and the first to establish operational safety guidelines and procedures. His accomplishments within the parasailing industry are broad in scope with a focus on improving the safety of parasailing.
Since 1971, Mark McCulloh has been creating new and innovative products for commercial parasailing with a focus on efficiency and safety. He is one of the most recognized parasail industry experts in the world, having testified before both state and federal courts in every major accidental death and serious injury case. Known for his pioneering work in modernizing parasailing equipment and instrumental in the development, application and evolution of the commercial parasail industry.
What's most notable in this historical timeline, is that McCulloh had no idea of the impact his inventions would have over the next four decades would have once deployed into the marketplace.
The Parasail Safety Council (PSC) is a not-for-profit organization representing the parasailing public and dedicated to effectively raise the safety standards of commercial parasailing with a focus on education, certification through strict regulations.
One of our core values is ‘risk transparency’ encouraging an open, honest dialogue about parasailing risks and effective risk management.
Through the organizations efforts, it has become the worlds leading provider of unbiased information about parasailing.
__________________________________
Parasail Safety Council Founder
Mark McCulloh
Inventor - Motivational Speaker - Entrepreneur
__________________________________
History of Modern Day Parasailing
The Brain Child Behind it all !
by David Carminito
Impassioned with the sport of (para-sailing) at age 15. Mark McCulloh is an accomplished inventor, motivational speaker and entrepreneur from Miami, Florida.
Today, Mark is internationally recognized as the original inventor of winchboat and modern day parasailing equipment beginning the introduction of the worlds first offshore parasail platforms leading up to the legendary Winchboat that revolutionized parasailing and ensured the breakthrough and expansion of the commercial parasailing marketplace worldwide.
With more than 40 years of history in parasail equipment designs, innovations, training techniques and the first to establish operational safety guidelines and procedures. His accomplishments within the parasailing industry are broad in scope with a focus on improving the safety of parasailing.
Since 1971, Mark McCulloh has been creating new and innovative products for commercial parasailing with a focus on efficiency and safety. He is one of the most recognized parasail industry experts in the world, having testified before both state and federal courts in every major accidental death and serious injury case. Known for his pioneering work in modernizing parasailing equipment and instrumental in the development, application and evolution of the commercial parasail industry.
What's most notable in this historical timeline, is that McCulloh had no idea of the impact his inventions would have over the next four decades would have once deployed into the marketplace.
McCulloh was granted every patent issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office relating to modern day commercial parasailing methods and equipment that have influenced industry standards.
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As a well-known author, industry leader, insider, speaker, consultant, advisor and expert witness, I conduct my business in every market across the United States and several countries around the globe.
Please take a moment to review my Curriculum Vitae "CV" and would look forward to working with you.
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