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A Vessel Inspection A Water Spout in Tampa Bay, Have you filed a Float Plan?

A Vessel Inspection

by a Flotilla 79 Member

A Water Spout in Tampa Bay

Have you filed a Float Plan?

Have you Checked the Tides?

The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers free safety checks to boaters who wish to be sure that their boats meet all federal  and state requirements.  The Vessel Examiners who perform these checks are specially trained Auxiliarists who are kept informed on the latest legal requirements for boaters.  Vessel Examiners have no legal authority - the goal is to prevent boaters from getting equipment-related citations and to prevent safety-related accidents.  These safety checks are meant to be an educational experience.  The Vessel Examiners will check for all required required items on board your boat and if everything is present and in good working order, they will award a decal to affix to your boat.  If you wish, they will also gladly explain the reason for the various safety equipment requirements and explain how safety equipment works.

Use the Virtual Vessel Safety Check page to examine your own boat before you get an official Vessel Safety Check.

Use the I Want a Vessel Safety Check page to enter your five digit ZIP Code and we will search our database to find the examiners closest to your location.

For more information regarding Vessel Safety Checks,  please visit the Safety Seal website.

Useful Links for Boating Preparation

Boating Safely

Light List

Local Notice to Mariners

 Manatee Protection : Slow Speed Zones

FREE Boaters Kit....Many Items available 

 

 

WHERE TO CALL if a Manatee is hit in a boating accident
Boaters can call (888) 404-3922 to report incidents to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. They should be prepared to provide the location, weather conditions, boat specifications and other relevant informatio

This page was last updated on February 08, 2008.