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BOATING SAFETY
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has regulations which describe minimum standards of safety. All
Skeeter boats have been certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) to meet
or exceed all USCG requirements and American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) standards such as:
• Flotation
• Capacity
• Fuel System
• Ventilation
• Wiring
• Sound signaling device and navigation lights
The following USCG safety equipment must be provided by the owner and carried onboard.
• Life Jackets: One wearable life jacket for each person on board. Life jackets must be
USCGapproved and in good and serviceable condition (see OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS on
page 1-8 for more information).
• Throwable Device: At least one USCG-approved throwable flotation device (Type IV).
• Fire Extinguisher: At least one Marine Type USCG hand-held, portable fire extinguisher (Type B-I or
B-II).
• Visual Distress Signals: It is recommended that a USCG-approved pyrotechnic device be stored on
your boat. A mirror or distress flag can also be used as an emergency signal.
Your Skeeter Dealer will be happy to assist you with these requirements.
The following equipment can help make your boating experience safer and more enjoyable:
• Cell phone and charger
• Mooring fenders and lines for docking
• Anchor with suitable line (a “Danforth” type anchor and line that is at least 6 times the depth of the
water where you will drop anchor are recommended)
• Manual-type bilge pump
• First aid kit
• Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries
• Tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches (including metric sizes), and electrical tape
• Oar or paddle (look for one with a boat hook on the other end)
• Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark plugs and fuses
• Navigation charts or mobile app for the waters where you will be boating
• Towrope
• Portable GPS or marine navigation app
