Boating Safety
Following is the phase-in schedule for Washington’s requirement that boat operators carry a card showing they have passed a certified boater safety course.
| Year | Age group |
| 2008 | 12 to 20 |
| 2009 | 25 years and younger |
| 2010 | 30 years and younger |
| 2011 | 35 years and younger |
| 2012 | 40 years and younger |
| 2013 | 50 years and younger |
| 2014 | 59 years and younger |
After 2014, requirement applies to any boater born after Dec. 31, 1954.