Safety Gear List
This page details the USCG-required safety equipment for different boat lengths, as well as recommended common-sense items you may want to start carrying.
Required by USCG
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All boats
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flares / LED distress light / orange smoke / orange flag
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Boats under 16' (6m)
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not required with outboard/no engine - no permanent fuel tank - fixed system
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All boats over 26' (8 m)
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All boats over 40’ (12 m)
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Boats 26’-40’ (8-12 meters)
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Boats 40’-65’ (12-20 meters)
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Boats 65’-165’ (20-50 meters)
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