Table 2.6.
Visual Distress Signals
Visual Distress Signals
As the owner/operator, you are responsible for any visual distress requirements (signals) that you may be
required to carry. It is the owner/operator’s responsibility to provide proper storage, understand how to
handle, and know how to dispose of these devices. These requirements can be found at:
http://www.uscgboating.org/safety/fedreqs/equ_vds.htm
There are two types of Visual Distress Signals in use:
•
Pyrotechnic type
•
Non-Pyrotechnic type
Table 2-6 lists the types of Visual Distress Signals available which are Coast Guard approved.
Storage
Store all VDS devices in a cool, dry place. Ensure they are protected from children, rain, sea spray, and
high humidity. By law these devices must be readily accessible, where they can be reach quickly regard-
less of the operating conditions.
Disposal
Pyrotechnics are valid for 42 months from date of manufacture. Each pyrotechnic has a date stamp indi-
cating its expiration date. Any VDS that is damaged or wet may not perform in the intended manner, pos-
ing a hazard to the user and must be disposed of. To dispose of expired or damaged pyrotechnics, con-
tact the nearest law enforcement agency or fire department.
Pyrotechnic Visual Distress Signals
Description
Use
CG Approval Number
Hand-Held Flare
Day/Night
160.021
Floating Orange Smoke
Day Only
160.022
Pistol Parachute Red Flare
Day/Night
160.024
Hand-Held Parachute Red Flare
Day/Night
160.036
Hand-Held Orange Smoke
Day Only
160.037
Floating Orange Smoke
Day Only
160.057
Red Aerial Pyrotechnic Flare
Day/Night
160.066
Non-Pyrotechnic Visual Distress Signals
Distress Flag
Day Only
160.072
Electric SOS Distress Light
Night Only
161.013
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