Safety Equipment

A protective cage or ring installed around a boat’s propeller to reduce the risk of prop strikes;...

USCG classifications (Type I, II, III, IV, V) denoting different flotation devices for different ...

Steps to minimize fire and explosion risk at the marina: turn off engines, close windows, avoid s...

A cord attaching the operator to a PWC or boat’s ignition, designed to stop the engine if the ope...

Placing too many passengers or too much weight on board, risking capsizing or swamping; boater ed...

A vessel’s overall fitness for intended waters, factoring in hull integrity, engine reliability, ...

Deadly fumes produced by boat engines that can accumulate in or around a vessel, especially when ...

When too much fuel enters the engine carburetor or cylinders, preventing ignition; boaters learn ...

A designated area with buoys for competitive skiing; boaters not participating should avoid enter...

Methods (flares, flags, sound-making devices, electronic signals) to alert others of an emergency...

A recommended routine covering fuel levels, safety gear, PFD counts, weather checks, and bilge in...

A USCG-approved device used to extinguish fires on board, often required for vessels with enclose...

A recommended practice session where all aboard learn how to handle man overboard, fire, or aband...

Routine checks (oil changes, spark plugs, cooling systems) to ensure safe and reliable operation;...

A marine radio used for communicating with other vessels, marinas, and the Coast Guard; used for ...

Keeping marine batteries charged, connections clean, and properly ventilated; critical for starti...

A life jacket or buoyant vest meeting U.S. Coast Guard standards; all states require an adequate ...

A placard found on most boats under 20 feet stating the maximum weight/people the vessel can safe...