Dont be irresponsible and put everyones life at risk just because youre too lazy or trying to save a few bucks on an emergency kit.

A boat emergency. This is the safety equipment required for boats 16-26 with a gas powered outboard engine. However the risks can be managed and reduced with proper care and good practice. Never swim in a marina or in other areas where boats are connected to shore power.

Coast Guard reported 4291 boating incidents that resulted in 658 deaths 2629 injuries and about 46 million in property damage. You still want to have an emergency plan and have a boat emergency kit. Make sure you have your emergency kit ready well before your plan to.

With more than 11 million recreational vessels registered in the US millions of Americans are enjoying time on and in the water. Safety label Except for sailing boats without engines. Even minor difficulties can quickly develop into an emergency beyond your control.

Ad Gordys Marine now has a service center in Fox Lake. A boat emergency can happen anywhere anytime. Drivers should wear the boats engine cut-off switch lanyard at all times.

Not only is this important for your own safety but its also important for all passengers on the boat. Keep the blankets in a safe place away from the edge of the boat to avoid them falling in. Call Gordys today for any of your boat repair needs.

A Quick Reference Chart on page 42 will help you determine the minimum federal safety equipment require-. State registration sticker attached to the exterior of the boat and registration documentation carried on board whenever underway. Vessels 16 feet or shorter are not required to carry visual distress signals at all times but must carry them when on the water from sunset to sunrise.