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E
QUIPMENT AND
G
OVERNMENT
R
EGULATIONS
E
DUCATIONAL
O
PPORTUNITIES
Most boaters can enhance their enjoyment of boating experiences through increased
knowledge of safe operation, navigation, and regulation of pleasure boats. The U.S.
Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron, and The American Red Cross offer
courses covering a wide range of boating knowledge and skills, Water Safety, First
Aid, and CPR. Cobalt encourages your participation in these programs.
S
AFETY
E
QUIPMENT AND
B
OATING
R
EGULATIONS
The Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 (FBSA/71) established minimum safety
standards for boats and associated equipment, specified by the U.S. Coast Guard. In
addition, the National Marine Manufacturers Association and the American Boat
and Yacht Council work with boat builders to develop voluntary standards that
exceed base requirements.
The safety equipment on your Cobalt meets or exceeds the standards of the U.S.
Coast Guard, N.M.M.A., and the A.B.Y.C.
N
AVIGATION
L
IGHTS
All power boats underway between sunset and sunrise must display proper
navigation lights. All boats at anchor must display a proper anchor light.
H
ORN OR
W
HISTLE
All boats over 16 feet in length must be equipped with an operable horn or whistle,
audible from one mile.
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