VESSEL SAFETY CHECK REQUIRED EQUIPMENT LIST
(Note: Passenger for Hire or Commercial Freight may require special additional equipment not listed)
DISPLAY OF NUMBERS -- Proper spacing, contrasting color, minimum 3-inch block
style
lettering
REGISTRATION / DOCUMENTATION -- Papers must be on board the vessel when underway
PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFDs) -- One wearable for each passenger, minimum of two. Boats 16 feet and over, also one type IV (throwable).
VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS - INLAND -- VDS, Flag, Signal Light, etc (for day or night)
VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS - INTERNATIONAL -- Minimum 3 day/night flares/aerial flares, etc., approved signals, not expired
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS -- minimum number for length and type of boat
VENTILATION -- For closed compartments with explosive vapor potential and ignition source. Installed blower must work; warning posted.
BACKFIRE FLAME CONTROL -- Approved type, tight installation, clean
SOUND PRODUCING DEVICE / BELL -- Horn, whistle, or other device; Bell, Boats 12m (39.4 feet) or longer
NAVIGATION LIGHTS -- Must operate and show proper configuration
POLLUTION PLACARD -- Boats 26 feet and over with machinery space
MARPOL TRASH PLACARD -- For boats 26 feet and over; over 40 feet, written plan
MARINE SANITATION DEVICES -- Approved device, overboard discharge sealed
NAVIGATION RULES -- Boats 12 m (39.4 feet) and over, copy aboard
STATE / LOCAL REQUIREMENTS -- Complies with any additional state /local safety requirements
OVERALL VESSEL CONDITION --
a. Deck free of hazards and clean bilge -- Bilge and machinery space clean, well maintained. Not overloaded or overpowered. NO automotive parts
b. Safe Electrical and Fuel Systems -- Batteries secure, terminals covered, well organized wiring, proper fuses / circuit breakers.
Tanks secure. Over 7 gallons are permanent; must be grounded and vented. Fuel hoses in good condition, no leaks
c. Safe Galley / Heating Systems -- Secure, proper tank installation, no flammable material nearby
The following additional items are not a requirement for the decal but are
encouraged as additional safety items
and included for discussion by the Examiner.
MARINE RADIO
DEWATERING DEVICE & BACKUP
MOUNTED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
ANCHOR AND LINE FOR AREA
FIRST AID AND PERSON IN WATER KITS
INLAND VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS
CAPACITY PLATE / CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE 10/31/72