what equipment is required on a boat per the coast guard? and does anyone have a link to where i can read this info?
what equipment is required on a boat?
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The list of safety equipment changes depending on the size of the boat.
Boats Less Then 16' In Length;
* Personal Flotation Device: One Type I, II, III, or V Coast Guard approved personal flotation device must be carried for each person on board. They must be readily accessible and of an appropriate size for the intended wearer.
* Fire Extinguisher: One Type B-I Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher must be carried when no fixed fire extinguishing system is installed in machinery spaces. Extinguishers are not required for outboard motorboats less than 26 feet in length and of open construction. No portable extinguishers are required if an approved, fixed fire extinguishing system is installed in machinery spaces.
* Backfire Flame Arrestor: A Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrestor is required for inboard gasoline motors which are not exposed to the atmosphere above the level of the gunwale. Muffling System: An effective muffling system is required for the exhaust of each internal combustion engine. Unmodified outboards usually meet legal requirements.
* Sound Signaling Devices: A vessel of less than 39.4' (12 meters) must be able to provide a means of making an efficient sound signal but is not required to carry a whistle or bell.
* Visual Distress Signals (Coastal Waters Only): Boats less than 16 feet of completely open construction and not equipped with propulsion machinery, and boats competing in an organized marine parade, regatta, race, or similar event are only required between sunset and sunrise to carry aboard devices that are suitable for night use.
* Navigation Lights: Navigation lights must be kept in serviceable condition and displayed between sunset and sunrise and at times of restricted visibility.
For boat 16 feet in length or greater and for more info please see this link; http://www.state.nj.us/njsp/maritime/remember.html
Boats Less Then 16' In Length;
* Personal Flotation Device: One Type I, II, III, or V Coast Guard approved personal flotation device must be carried for each person on board. They must be readily accessible and of an appropriate size for the intended wearer.
* Fire Extinguisher: One Type B-I Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher must be carried when no fixed fire extinguishing system is installed in machinery spaces. Extinguishers are not required for outboard motorboats less than 26 feet in length and of open construction. No portable extinguishers are required if an approved, fixed fire extinguishing system is installed in machinery spaces.
* Backfire Flame Arrestor: A Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrestor is required for inboard gasoline motors which are not exposed to the atmosphere above the level of the gunwale. Muffling System: An effective muffling system is required for the exhaust of each internal combustion engine. Unmodified outboards usually meet legal requirements.
* Sound Signaling Devices: A vessel of less than 39.4' (12 meters) must be able to provide a means of making an efficient sound signal but is not required to carry a whistle or bell.
* Visual Distress Signals (Coastal Waters Only): Boats less than 16 feet of completely open construction and not equipped with propulsion machinery, and boats competing in an organized marine parade, regatta, race, or similar event are only required between sunset and sunrise to carry aboard devices that are suitable for night use.
* Navigation Lights: Navigation lights must be kept in serviceable condition and displayed between sunset and sunrise and at times of restricted visibility.
For boat 16 feet in length or greater and for more info please see this link; http://www.state.nj.us/njsp/maritime/remember.html
RADIO!!!!!!!
Not required by the CG but a definite must if your fishing saltwater or any large impoundment. Do Not rely on cell phones they have a very limited range.
COMPASS!!!
Another one not required, do not rely sololy on electronics they can and do go out.
CHARTS!!!
Again, not required but be sure to have charts of the areas you intend to be on and know how to read them.
ANCHOR!!!!
and line. Enough to hold before you get into trouble.
COMMON SENSE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Believe it or not, it's not so common out on the water. You'd be amazed by what goes on every weekend. But since you've already asked a question I think you got that one covered.
Not required by the CG but a definite must if your fishing saltwater or any large impoundment. Do Not rely on cell phones they have a very limited range.
COMPASS!!!
Another one not required, do not rely sololy on electronics they can and do go out.
CHARTS!!!
Again, not required but be sure to have charts of the areas you intend to be on and know how to read them.
ANCHOR!!!!
and line. Enough to hold before you get into trouble.
COMMON SENSE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Believe it or not, it's not so common out on the water. You'd be amazed by what goes on every weekend. But since you've already asked a question I think you got that one covered.
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You need to take a boating course before you can operate a boat. They should give you all the info you need.
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That was a good point...COMMON SENSE. I can add courtesy to that as well.
Some other things that you might want to consider and based on my experience when I fished every weekend...
1. First aid kit
2. 2 coolers (1 for fish with plenty of ice and one for food and drinks with plenty of ice). I see too many people that don't adequately keep their catch cool.
3. Spare parts for your engine like extra belts, hoses, hose clamps, electrical tape, spark plugs, fuel filters, etc.
4. If a small boat, an extra oar would be required.
5. Extra battery (deep cycle and always charged).
6. Boat pole.
7. Foul weather gear.
But, it really comes down to common sense and courtesy to other boaters. You will learn as you go what is required and what is nice to have or SHOULD HAVE. Be safe.
Some other things that you might want to consider and based on my experience when I fished every weekend...
1. First aid kit
2. 2 coolers (1 for fish with plenty of ice and one for food and drinks with plenty of ice). I see too many people that don't adequately keep their catch cool.
3. Spare parts for your engine like extra belts, hoses, hose clamps, electrical tape, spark plugs, fuel filters, etc.
4. If a small boat, an extra oar would be required.
5. Extra battery (deep cycle and always charged).
6. Boat pole.
7. Foul weather gear.
But, it really comes down to common sense and courtesy to other boaters. You will learn as you go what is required and what is nice to have or SHOULD HAVE. Be safe.
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All good suggestions.[up][up][up]
If offshore I highly advise the marine radio. It is easy to triangulate your position in case of a problem. Serious distress or even if its just a Seatow jump start. GPS is great, cellphone great, but
Secondly, the radio is great to hear where the fish are, fishing talk, and potential distress calls you may be able to help out. Cell phone is good...but.
IMHO
TS
If offshore I highly advise the marine radio. It is easy to triangulate your position in case of a problem. Serious distress or even if its just a Seatow jump start. GPS is great, cellphone great, but
Secondly, the radio is great to hear where the fish are, fishing talk, and potential distress calls you may be able to help out. Cell phone is good...but.
IMHO
TS
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