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Chapter 1
Sound Producing Devices________________________
According to both Inland and International Rules, all boats must
carry some way of producing an effi cient sound signal. If your
vessel is 12 meters (39' 4") or longer, a power whistle, power horn or
bell must be carried. The bell must be 7 7/8" in diameter. Boats less
than 12 meters a horn or whistle is required to signal intentions or
signal position. The sound signal made in all cases must be capable of
a four or six second blast audible for one half mile. A switch located
on the dashboard will activate your horn, meeting these requirements
while functional.
Radio Communications_________________________
VHF radios are used for distress, ship to shore communications, and
ship to ship communications. Learn the specialized messages such
as Mayday, Mayday, Mayday, which is used when life or vessel is in
imminent danger. Your Regal boat DOES NOT come equipped
with a VHF radio, but it would be wise to purchase one.
Navigation Lights______________________________
The U.S. Coast Guard requires boats operating at night (from sunset
to sunrise), or in fog to display navigation lights. Navigation lights
help avoid collisions by improving the night visibility of vessels. Red
and green directional lights, white stern lights, white masthead lights,
and the white all-around light must be displayed in specifi ed positions,
depending on boat size and mode of operation. A switch located on
the dashboard will activate your navigation lights. The confi guration
of lights help others determine the size of your boat, direction of
travel, means of propulsion (sail, power, rowing, or at anchor), and
a relative speed at which you are traveling. Larger boats are required
to carry larger and brighter lights, visible over longer distances. Your
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