Figure 1-1 Personal Flotation; Figure 1-2 Fire Extinguisher; Devices - Axis A20 Manual

Boating Safety
Safety Equipment
U.S. Coast Guard regulations require certain accessory equipment on each boat. For a
detailed description, obtain "Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats" published by
the Coast Guard.
1) Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs): PFDs must be Coast Guard approved, in
good and serviceable condition and the appropriate size for the user. It is
recommended that you wear PFDs while your boat is underway.
TYPE I
Figure 1-1. Personal Flotation Devices
Boats more than 16 feet in length must be equipped with one type I, II, III or V
and one type IV. PFDs are intended to save lives; you and your passengers
should wear them while in the boat. Learn how to use them and adjust as
necessary to make comfortable to wear. The type II PFD is recommended for
near shore or inland water use. Some PFDs are specially made for use while
waterskiing and can handle impacts if a skier has fallen.
Notice:
If a type V PFD is to be counted toward the minimum carriage
requirements, it must be worn.
2) Fire Extinguishers: A fire extinguisher is required
if your boat has an inboard engine, or when fuel is
stored in closed stowage compartments.
Approved fire extinguishers are classified by a
letter symbol, either B-I or B-II with the B
designating that the material will extinguish
flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, etc. B-I
extinguishers are required for boats less than 26
feet in length. Check periodically to ensure that the
extinguisher is in working condition and fully
charged.
3) Navigation Lights: Recreational boats are required to display navigational lights
between sunset and sunrise and other periods of reduced visibility (fog, rain,
haze, etc.). Your navigation lights are provided to keep other boats informed of
your presence and course. It is up to you to make sure they are operational and
turned on when required.
TYPE II
TYPE III
TYPE IV TYPE V
KC-0318C-A
OVERCHARGED
RECHARGE
Figure 1-2. Fire Extinguisher
1-5
KC-0009C-A