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You must have an efficient means of making a proper sound signal in the event of distress or
poor visibility. This may be a horn, whistle, or bell.
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These come with your EdgeWater and meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements. It is important that
you periodically check to make sure they are in working order. It is very important these be
checked prior to any cruise that will keep you on the water after dark.
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A fire extinguisher is standard on all EdgeWater boats. These require regular inspection to make
certain they are ready for use. Questions may be directed to the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety
Hotline at 1-800-368-5647, or 1-202-267-1070. You should, as part of routine boat maintenance;
check to make sure your extinguisher is still operable.
Never discharge your fire extinguisher to see if it still works. This will cause it to lose
pressure. If it is accidentally discharged or if it is used on a fire, replace it immediately.
8.2 Suggested Safety Equipment - Inshore
Suggested safety equipment, over and above the required equipment is:
x First aid kit and manual
x Boat hook
x Tool kit
x An adequate number and size of line should be on the boat. Bowlines should be at least
1/3 longer than the boat’s length and stern lines at least as long as the boat. When
operating in areas with unusually high tidal range, this should be lengthened. The minimum
size line for a small boat is 3/8” diameter 3-strand nylon. Refer to one of the listed
references in the Appendix for a complete discussion on line size relative to boat length.
x Waterproof flashlight, with good batteries
x Spare batteries
x Spare boat keys
x Binoculars
x Tow line. This should be a minimum of 50’ long with at least one size increase over the
boat’s mooring lines.
x Day/Night visual distress signals
x Local charts and compass
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roperly sized anchor and line
x Fenders of the proper size
Always carry water, even for a 10 minute cruise.
8.3 Suggested Safety Equipment – Offshore
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