Life Rafts
Inflatable life rafts
are recommend-
ed for ocean go-
ing and vessels
operating in a large body of water like the Great
Lakes. They provide a shelter for extended periods.
If used, make sure it is large enough for all aboard
and contains the proper emergency equipment
pack. Also, periodically have the unit professionally
serviced. Make sure the life raft is Coast Guard
approved since it would require meeting a number
of stringent material and performance standards.
USCG MIN. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Use the chart below as a guideline for assuring
your vessel is outfitted to meet USCG standards.
Remember to check with local and state authorities
for additional equipment requirements. Make sure
your vessel certificate of numbers are on the boat,
updated and displayed properly according to state
requirements. Keep the paperwork on board in a
watertight and safe environment. On documented
vessels keep both the original and current certifi-
cate on board stored in a safe, dry, and accessible
location. Also, on documented vessels make sure
the vessel name/hailing port are marked on the hull
exterior with letters not less than 4” in height. In
addition, the Official Number must be permanently
affixed on a clearly visible interior structure part of
the boat-block type Arabic numbers not less than
3” in height.
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