A boater’s guide to the federal requirements for recreational boats and safety tips new in this edition: navigation locks trailer safety digital selective calling rescue 21 naval vessel protection zones america’s waterway watch. Boating safety find out about safety equipment for your boat, such as anchors, bailers or bilge pumps, emergency position indicating radio beacons (epirbs), flares, fire extinguishers, radios and lifejackets.. Check state laws for pfd wearing requirements for children and for certain water craft and sports. federal regulations mandate that states without child life jacket laws require that youths under 13 wear an approved pfd whenever a recreational boat is underway, unless below decks or in a closed cabin..
Flares and distress signals visual distress signals (v.d.s.) are part of your boat's safety equipment. check them before you leave harbor for condition and if they have an expiration date, be sure they are current. when and how to use. In this video we explain the coast guard requirements and regulations for flares/visual distress signals when operating a recreational boat. for more info vi.... Be prepared for the worst with safety flares to help mark you location in case of emergency. order online from boating and rv for low prices and great variety.
Boat Flares Requirements