Required Boat Safety Equipment

In this episode, I go over the required boat safety equipment according to US Coast Guard maritime rules. Safe boating should always be a top priority when out on any body of water. If you have been searching for this info, this video will put you in the right direction. I also go over some of the basic extras you might want to think about keeping on board, should something go wrong. Remember, when you are out on a boat, anything can happen. You need to be prepared for the unexpected.
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[@Campbase1]

Thanks for the info. I looked on the coast guard web site for about an hour and could not find any information about the required equipment. Good job. Thanks a lot.

[@_sengjimmy]

Great info thanks so much!

[@steven33068]

great video. one thing to note. for 16 to 26 feet. Visual Distress Signal Required on the high sea and coastal waters only. Must carry visual distress signal for both day and nighttime use. NOTE: Coastal waters means the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and all bays, sounds, harbors, rivers, inlets, etc. where any entrance is over 2 miles wide to the first point where the distance between shorelines narrows to 2 miles.

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks for the info

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million. I appreciate the feedback & support. that's a beast engine you have... i am a true fan of the e'tec's... this is the 2nd one on my boat... had an '05, hurricane irma came, now I have a '17.. .tight lines & mega bites

[@hookednrolling2009]

South Florida Saltwater Fishing Hi Heath thanks for the sub might get ten subscribers by the end of next year lol keep lines tight JOHN

[@gabriellay2022]

Great video thank you

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks for watching and leaving positive feedback. Hope it helped. Take care :)

[@timmc2886]

Just subbed from your twitter link. Good luck with the new channel. I too run a small boat (18 ft Sportsman Island Bay) inshore and offshore when the weather permits. Looking forward to your content.

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million. I appreciate the support & feedback. that's a sweet boat you have... tight lines & mega bites

[@hookednrolling2009]

Nice etec I have 08 300 etec love mine and btw nice vids watching Darci saw your name as south florida

[@MDCF1565]

Damit !!! I came to watch the boat safety trips, and was completely distracted by that sweet Pressure Washing and Soft Wash set up behind you ...

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million for watching and giving me a good laugh. That guy does have a nice setup. I wish he'd detail my boat for me in exchange for the publicity... Anyway, hopefully, you weren't too distracted and got something out of the episode. Thanks again. Take care :)

[@MDCF1565]

@@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing how's a guy to learn with that sexy set up sitting right behind you. Lol. Thank you a million for the great video and Info, it was exactly what I was looking for .

[@thegoatheath5434]

My name is Heath to it’s a great name 😂

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Awesome sauce 😁

[@DesmondFishnReef]

Awesomeness

[@karenasaladeen-patel6833]

Remember, the PFDs must be “readily accessible” NOT in packaging and NOT under tools or items. MUST also be U.S. Coast Guard approved (label inside).

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million for watching and sharing your knowledge and info. Take care :)

[@jessicapelle1124]

crab cake love the name!

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million for watching and noticing the name. It's one of those unforgettable names. Take care :)

[@orlandoduran7740]

i thought the throwable floating device had to be for 16ft boats and longer

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Correct... my boat is 17 foot... so I need one

[@orlandoduran7740]

@@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing still a good a idea in any size boat, had one in the 14 ft skiff i had, ill be using it in the 17 ft i just got

[@Hellmuthsilva]

What radio would you recommend?

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks for watching. Great to hear from you. Personally I would recommend a M25 handheld VHF radio from ICOM. it's what I have. Here's a link so you can check it out: bit.ly/3bt4BoC Hope this helps. Take care :)

[@tinyvideos5537]

U don't need lights ?

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Not if they are permanently mounted to your boat 😃

[@craigsayner7341]

I believe children under I think the age of 10 must wear the life jacket at all times while on the boat.

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million for watching and sharing your thoughts. Always great to hear different perspectives on the subject of boat safety. Thanks again. Take care :)

[@brianniedermeier4362]

The USCG website isn't very helpful, thank you!

[@agri-lifeorganicfarm2466]

Bad video good information. Makes you dizzy with the camera jiggling all over the place.

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks a million for watching and leaving some great constructive criticism. I really appreciate it. Take care :)