Boating Regulations & Your Responsibilities; Boat Owner / Operator Responsibilities - Centurion Ri257 Owner's Manual

Section 4
BOATING REGULATIONS & YOUR
RESPONSIBILITIES
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is the federal authority on U.S. coastal and inland
waterways, but state and local regulations may exist that exceed USCG
regulations. The purpose of all of these regulations is to assist the boating public
and maintain navigational order on waterways.
Many state equipment requirements go beyond USCG requirements. Contact
your state and local boating authorities for further information. Equipment
requirements for coastal and inland waters differ. Check with local authorities or
the USCG for further information about coastal water requirements.
Boating regulations are enforced by USCG, state and local authorities. You are
subject to marine navigation regulations for both federal and state waterways. You
must comply if enforcement officers signal you to stop your boat or if they ask to
board your boat.
Many USCG, state and local resources are available to you. For additional and
current information on regulations, safety and navigation, contact your local USCG
unit or local marine authority.
See References and Contact Information on page 1-6 for a list of resources.
BOAT OWNER / OPERATOR
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a boat owner/operator, understand and be aware of USCG federal regulations
as well as state and local regulations where you operate your boat. Boating
regulations include, but are not limited to, boat regulations, boat equipment
regulations and navigational regulations.
You must have on-board at all times all mandatory safety and boat equipment as
regulated by the governing authorities. All equipment must be maintained in
proper working order.
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