The
Vessel Safety Check is a complimentary check of your boat conducted by members
of Division 8 flotillas, confirming that it meets both federal and state
requirements for safety.VSC Page
The
Vessel Safety Check is a complimentary check of your boat conducted by members
of Division 8 flotillas, confirming that it meets both federal and state
requirements for safety.
No citations are issued and the results of the safety check are not reported to any enforcement agency, but a decal is awarded to display if the vessel has passed the examination.
An example of some of the items checked include:
All of these items are currently required by state and federal laws and, if missing or non-operating, can result in a citation if your vessel is inspected by the Coast Guard.
The Vessel Safety Check gives you a risk-free way to check that you meet the legal minimums and to potentially avoid a citation later.
You may arrange for a Vessel Safety Check by contacting the following Vessel Examiners:
Contact our Vessel Safety Exam Officer OR Jim Elwood OR Jack Mizell for a free vessel exam.
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Vessel Safety Check by COAST GUARD AUXILIARY
Or UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS
vs.
Inspection by Coast Guard, Marine Patrol and Sheriff
| Violation | Average Fine Imposed | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Select Few) | Coast Guard | Marine Patrol | Sheriff | USCG Auxiliary/USPS |
| PFDs (Each) | $150.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Fire Extinguisher | $150.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Visual Distress Signals | $100.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Numbering | $ 50.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Horn/Whistle | $ 50.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Bell (Boats >39') | $ 50.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
| Navigation Lights | $100.00 | $35.00 | $35.00+ | $0.00 |
Examinations are performed on standard power and sail boats, and Personal Watercraft (PWC)