Hawaii HB1765 mandates safety warnings on commercially distributed spearfishing equipment to inform users of the risks of hypoxia.

Hawaii HB1765 aims to enhance spearfishing safety by requiring safety warnings on commercially distributed spearguns and pole spears. These warnings must be conspicuous, legible, and in English, with additional languages as deemed appropriate by the Department of Health. The warning informs users of the dangers of hypoxia, loss of consciousness, and death associated with breath-hold diving. Exemptions apply to traditional, handcrafted, or homemade equipment and private, non-commercial transfers.

Hawaii HB1765 mandates safety warnings on commercially distributed spearfishing equipment to inform users of the risks of hypoxia.

Hawaii HB1765 aims to enhance spearfishing safety by requiring safety warnings on commercially distributed spearguns and pole spears. These warnings must be conspicuous, legible, and in English, with additional languages as deemed appropriate by the Department of Health. The warning informs users of the dangers of hypoxia, loss of consciousness, and death associated with breath-hold diving. Exemptions apply to traditional, handcrafted, or homemade equipment and private, non-commercial transfers.