Safety And Required Equipment - CORRECT CRAFT G21 Owner's Manual

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Safety and Required
Equipment
Your boat and equipment must be in compliance with federal, state
and local safety equipment regulations. USCG regulations require
certain safety equipment be present on your boat during operation.
For a detailed description, obtain "Federal Requirements for
Recreational
U.S. Coast
http://www.uscgboating.org/regulations/federal_requirements_b
rochure.aspx.
In addition to the USCG regulations, other local and/or
international law enforcement agencies may have similar
requirements. You should check with your local marine law
enforcement agency regarding any such requirements before
boating.
Equipment requirements for coastal and inland waters differ.
Check with local authorities and/or the USCG for further
information about coastal water requirements.
The Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 (FBSA/71) and the National
Recreation Boating Safety Program have established minimum
safety standards for boats and associated equipment, specified by
the USCG. In addition, the American Boat and Yacht Council
(ABYC) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association
(NMMA) work with boat builders to develop voluntary standards
that exceed the USCG requirements. The included safety
equipment on your boat meets or exceeds the standards of the
USCG, ABYC and the NMMA.
Some required safety equipment, such as life jackets (PFDs), are
not included with your boat. Your dealer can help you choose the
appropriate equipment.
Many states' equipment requirements go beyond USCG
requirements. Contact your state boating office for further
information.
Boating Safety
Boats" published
Guard and available
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