Mandatory Safety Equipment for Small Boats: U.S. Federal Rules
Federal safety equipment for small U.S. boats: life jackets, throwable devices, distress signals, fire extinguishers, sound signals, and upkeep checks.
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Mandatory Safety Equipment
Mandatory Safety Equipment
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Mandatory Fire Extinguisher Boat Size: US Coast Guard Rules
Find out how many fire extinguishers your US recreational boat needs by length, which ratings count, what exempts a boat, and when to replace one.
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Personal Flotation Device Size Chart: How to Read It
Learn how to read a personal flotation device size chart, size adults by chest and children by weight, and check the fit in the water before you go out.
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Safety Equipment Requirements for Canoes and Kayaks in the US
Safety equipment requirements for canoes and kayaks: federal rules, life jackets, sound devices, lights, night signals and state differences to check.