Seaworthiness

Specialized rules for very large recreational vessels, including additional crew requirements, ad...

Equipment (fins, gyroscopic devices) reducing roll motion in yachts and large boats; boater ed ad...

A professional who inspects boats for condition and safety compliance; typically required for ins...

Prolonged sun exposure can crack vinyl seats or fade gelcoat; boaters learn to use covers, wax co...

Variations include cable, hydraulic, or fly-by-wire systems; boater ed covers routine checks for ...

Lightweight, high-strength boat hulls gaining popularity in high-performance vessels; boater educ...

Procedures for retrieving a person who has fallen off a boat (e.g., the “figure 8” method, throwi...

Mandatory and recommended gear for boats, including PFDs, fire extinguishers, visual distress sig...

Small, privately operated submarines or submersibles requiring specialized training and abiding b...

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

Using cranes or travel lifts to remove boats from water in freezing climates for storage; boater ...

Adding structural support to the back of a boat where engines mount, especially important for hea...