Water taxi identification and display of information

(1) An operator shall display a sign, written in black on both sides and at the top of each water taxi operated under the permit of the operator, containing words “WATER TAXI” in letters not smaller than ten inches in height, clearly visible and immediately recognisable by passengers. (2) An operator shall prominently display the following information on the water taxi at all times in a manner that is clearly visible and immediately recognisable by passengers– (a) the maximum capacity of the water taxi; (b) the emergency contact numbers of the Belize Port Authority, and the VHF emergency call channel; (c) the emergency contact numbers for the Belize Coast Guard and the VHF emergency call channel; (d) the name and contact number of the insurance company that insures the water taxi; and (e) the contact number of the operator of the water taxi. (3) An operator shall keep the water taxi clean and in good order and repair at all times, while in use. 117