United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Vessel Safety Checks

The Vessel Safety Check is a complimentary check of your boat conducted by members of the Auxilliary, confirming that it meets both federal and state requirements for safety.

No citations are issued and the results of the safety check are not reported to any enforcement agency, but a decal is awarded to display if the vessel has passed the examiniation.

An example of some of the items checked include:

• Personal Floation Devices (life jackets)
• Registration and Numbering
• Navigation Lights
• Ventilation
• Fire Extinguishers
• Distress Signals (flares, horn, etc.)
• Battery (cover and connections)

All of these items are currently required by state and federal laws and, if missing or non-operating, can result in a citation if your vessel is inspected by the Coast Guard or other law enforcement agency.

The Vessel Safety Check gives you a risk-free way to check that you meet the legal minimums and to potentially avoid a citation later.

For more information:

• Visit SafetySeal.net - A website devoted exclusively to the Vessel Safety Check program co-sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
• Contact a member of the Auxiliary at your local marina.

Rick Schal
Rose Island Yacht Club
(502) 417-5224 to schedule