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Safety On Board
U. S. Coast Guard approved re extinguishers are required on all
Regal boats. Besides the minimum Coast Guard requirements always
check state and local agencies for additional requirements.
Coast Guard approved extinguishers are hand-portable, either B-I
or B-II classi cation.
U. S. Coast Guard approved hand-portable and semi-portable
extinguishers contain a metal plate that shows the manufacturer’s
name and extinguisher type, capacity and operating instructions.
ey have a special marine type mounting bracket which keeps
the extinguisher solidly mounted until needed. e extinguisher
needs to be mounted in a readily accessible location. All approved
extinguishers need to have an indication gauge.
USCG- Approved Fire Extinguisher Types & Features
e dry chemical agent is widely used because
of its convenience and low cost. e extinguisher
canister is filled with a white dry chemical
power along with a pressurized gas. Shake this
type periodically
because they tend to “pack” on
the canister
bottom.
The foam type uses a chemical foaming
agent plus water and is best when used for
fires involving flammable liquids- solvents,
gasoline,oil, grease and various paints. It will
work on res involving rubber, plastics, cloth,
wood, and paper. It leaves a messy residue. Not
for electric res.
e carbon dioxide unit uses CO2 gas under
high pressure, with a funnel discharge hose
usually swivel mounted. This extinguisher
leaves no residue and no interior engine harm.
To ensure workability, weigh the unit annually.
A 10% max. weight variance is allowed.
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