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FEDERAL REGULATIONS FOR RECREATIONAL BOATERS

Vessels Operating Offshore (continued)

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Numbering  (proper spacing, contrasting color, minimum 3" block letters)

Registration/Documentation  (Must be on board)

Navigation Lights  (Must operate and show proper configuration)

Sound Producing Device  (horn, whistle, or other; Bell on boats over 12m (39.4ft) or longer.)

Personal Flotation Device (PFD)  (one wearable for each passenger, 2 minimum; Type IV on boats 16 ft or longer.)

Fire Extinguishers  (Mounted, minimum for size of boat, HALON, FE241/CO2-current tag)

Visual Distress Signals (VDS)  (INLAND - VDS, Flag, Signal Light, etc.; INT'L - Minimum flares, aerial rockets or approved signals, not expired)

Backfire Flame Arrester  (Approved, tight, clean)

Ventilation  (For closed compartments with potential for explosive vapors and an ignition source. Blower must work. Warning Posted.) (Fuel System tanks secure, over 7 gal considered permanent and must be grounded/vented. Hoses in good condition, no leaks.)

Anchor & Tackle  (Suitable to boat & the area)

Alternate Propulsion  (Under 16 ft, paddle or oar; if mechanical, separate fuel tank and starting source)

Dewatering Device  (pumps must work, extra manual bailer)

Overall Vessel Condition  (Bilge & equipment area clean, well maintained. Not overloaded, overpowered, or no automotive parts)

Electrical System  (Batteries secure, terminals covered, well organized wiring, proper fuses/CB's)

Galley/Heating Systems  (Secure system, proper tank installation. No flammable material nearby)

State Requirements  (Complies with state safety requirements) Contact state boating regulators for current state boating regulations.

Marine Sanitation Device  (Approved device, overboard discharge sealed)

MARPOL Trash Placard  (Boats 26 ft & longer, written plan over 40 ft)

Pollution Placard  (Boats 26 ft and longer w/machinery compartment)

Navigation Rules  (Boats 12m (39.4 ft) and longer)

FCC Marine Radio License  (All radios, radar, EPIRB, etc.)

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