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Trash Disposal and Discharge of Placards on Starboard Side of Cockpit
2.15 Trash Disposal
The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with
plastic is illegal anywhere in the marine environ-
ment. U.S. Coast Guard regulations also restrict
the dumping of other forms of garbage. Regional,
state and local restrictions on garbage discharges
also may apply.
Responsible boaters store refuse in bags and
dispose of it properly on shore. You should make
sure your passengers are aware of the local waste
laws and the trash management procedure on
your boat. Refer to the placard mounted on your
boat for more specic information regarding solid
waste disposal.
Federal law requires that vessels of 26 feet or
longer must display in a prominent location, a
durable placard at least 4 by 9 inches notifying the
crew and passengers of the discharge restrictions
(Marpol Treaty). A label for this purpose has been
shipped with the boat and is attached to the star-
board side of the cockpit. It is the boat owner’s
responsibility to make sure this placard remains
mounted and legible in accordance with the law.
2.16 Trailering Your Boat
If you trailer your boat, make sure that your tow
vehicle is capable of towing the weight of the
trailer, boat and equipment and the weight of the
passengers and equipment inside the vehicle.
This may require that the tow vehicle be spe-
cially equipped with a larger engine, transmission,
brakes and trailer tow package. Additionally, the
laws in your state may require special permits to
tow a boat this large on some or all highways.
The boat trailer is an important part of your boat-
ing package. The trailer should be matched to
your boat’s weight and hull. Using a trailer with
a capacity too low will be unsafe on the road and
cause abnormal wear. A trailer with a capacity too
high, can damage the boat. Contact your trailer
dealer to evaluate your towing vehicle and hitch
and to make sure you have the correct trailer for
your boat.
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