Boat Requirments

[Lakeside_Cruise]

Is is required that I have in my boat when I get pulled over?

Fire Extinguisher
Life Vest (should have that on but..)
etc..?

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Boat Requirments

Varies from state to state and then there is the Federal requirements. Visit the USCG website and your own state's website for specific requirements.

 

[Lakeside_Cruise]

Re: Boat Requirments

What does this mean..

Fire
Extinguisher
One B-I type approved hand portable fire extinguisher. (Not required on outboard motorboats less than 26 ft in length if the construction of the motorboat is such that it does not permit the entrapment of explosive or flammable gases or vapors and if fuel tanks are not permanently installed.)


A U.S. Coast Guard approved, marine-type fire extinguisher should be carried on your boat in a place where you can get to it quickly and easily. Extinguishers are not required on boats that don't have motors or on outboard motorboats less than 26 feet if there are no permanent fuel tanks installed. See details on the Required Equipment Chart.
Remember, a PWC (jet-ski or waverunner) is a boat and, in most cases, must carry an approved fire extinguisher.

So since I'm under 16 and a inflatable boat with outboard I don't need one? Legally that is?

 

[nobrainsd]

Re: Boat Requirments

The harbor patrol, ICE and the Coast Guard are very active here in San Diego (I have met them all). An inflatable inevitably attracts their attention (like motorcycles with traffic cops). If your gas tank is restrained in any way, they may give you grief for having an "installed tank". I have a plastic tank under my seat that is strapped down. Is it permanent? No. However, the Coast guard did not consider it to be easily moved. Avoid the hassle and get a fire extinguisher. If you have any chance of running at dusk it is also worthwhile to get the signaling devices required. Don't forget the required noise making device either. I have compliant whistles on all of my lifejackets. If there is a CG volunteer program in your area they offer free safety inspections.

 

[deejaycee_2000]

Re: Boat Requirments

all you need is a bigger motor or at least a faster motor than they have, the rest is up to you .... hehehe

 

[Lakeside_Cruise]

Re: Boat Requirments

all you need is a bigger motor or at least a faster motor than they have, the rest is up to you .... hehehe

I've very easy to take advised like that, and work on it.

I was Jet sking with a buddy and I check with a local that was in the water and got all the info.

Thanks guys

 

[bayman]

Re: Boat Requirments

Whether it is required or not, I like to bring a backup source of power along, whether that is a kicker engine, paddles, oars, etc... I understand that this is especially important to those who live in crocodile territory

Here is the USCG required equipment list - use the left side bar navigation:
http://www.uscgboating.org/safety/fedreqs/equipment.htm

Here is a simplified version of the state boating regs:
http://www.uscgboating.org/regulations/Nasbla_Ref_Guide_6.pdf

 

[Lakeside_Cruise]

Re: Boat Requirments

Thanks for the link, very helpful.