S
A F E T Y
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C h a p t e r 2 : S a f e t y
R
EQUIRED
S
AFETY
E
QUIPMENT
The US Coast Guard (USCG) requires that every boat have specific equipment on board.
Check with local regulations on mandatory equipment apart from the list of Coast Guard
requirements. See
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual,
page 17, for details on the
following required safety equipment.
• Fire Extinguisher
Boats should be equipped with a marine approved fire extinguisher.
• Personal Flotation
All passengers must have an USCG approved personal flotation device (PFD).
Children and non-swimmers are advised to wear a PFD at all times.
• Sound Signaling Device (Horn, Bell Or Whistle)
Your Grady-White is equipped with a horn that meets USCG requirements.
• Visual Distress Signals
USCG approved visual distress signals are required on U. S. waters. See page 33 of the
pamphlet
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual
enclosed with this manual for more
information.
• Lighting
Grady-White boats are equipped with navigational lights that meet requirements for
recreational vessels for inland and international waters.
A
DDITIONAL
R
ECOMMENDED
E
QUIPMENT
In addition to the required safety equipment, there are additional items that will provide an
extra margin of safety and convenience for you and your passengers while boating. For an
extended list of basic gear, tools and spare parts, reference page 18 of the pamphlet
Sportfish,
Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual
enclosed with this manual.
Keep tools and spare parts in good condition. Replace parts removed from spare parts kit.
Most importantly, use US Coast Guard approved or marine certified parts where applicable.
Conditions found requiring corrective action should be worked on by a qualified repairman.
R
EGISTRATION
N
UMBERS
Federal and State laws require a powerboat to be registered in the State where it is primarily
used. Registration numbers and validation stickers must be displayed according to regulations.
The registration certificate must be on board when boating. The boat serial number or Hull
Identification Number (HIN,
) is required on the registration form. The HIN is located
on the upper right hand corner of the transom, and is the most important identifying factor. The
HIN should be included in all documents and correspondence to provide you timely service.
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