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• Comment: I'm not seeing significant coverage in independent, reliable sources. LittlePuppers (talk) 17:09, 9 August 2026 (UTC)

Safe Boating America is an American boating safety education organization based in Bethpage, New York. Founded by Captain Richard Werner, the organization provides recreational maritime safety instruction and personal watercraft (PWC) certification programs in compliance with NASBLA standards.

Safe Boating America was incorporated in New York as a provider of maritime safety education. The organization was established by Captain Richard Werner, a certified instructor and safety advocate. Werner has collaborated with local officials on Long Island to promote awareness of boating regulations and public safety initiatives.^[1]

The organization was a participant in advocacy efforts related to the implementation of Brianna's Law in New York, which mandates safety education for motorized boat operators. In 2026, the organization expanded its educational offerings to multiple U.S. states through both in-person and digital platforms.^[2]

In 2020, Captain Richard Werner was named the Northern Region Educator of the Year by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). The award recognized contributions to boater education and safety standards within the northeastern United States.^[3]

The organization's curriculum includes nautical rules of the road, emergency procedures, and equipment requirements. Instruction is administered in accordance with standards set by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and the United States Coast Guard.

The organization provides certification courses in New York and Connecticut, satisfying state-mandated requirements for boat and personal watercraft operation. Training is conducted through various formats, including in-person sessions at multiple regional locations and online instruction available to residents across the United States.^[4]

• Official website