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The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is a volunteer service organization, civilian in nature, open to both men and women who are citizens of the United States, its territories and possessions, and who are age seventeen or older.  The purpose of the Coast Guard Auxiliary is to assist the Coast Guard in any of its missions except where prohibited by statute, such as in direct law enforcement and military actions.

   As the civilian volunteer arm of the Coast Guard, we volunteer time, talents, boats, radios and aircraft.  We are given special training in order to work effectively with the Coast Guard.  The fellowship and satisfaction accompanying our activities are also a benefit from our service.

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Vessel Safety Checks

 

 
 
"The Coast Guard may impose a civil penalty up to $1,000 for failure to: comply with equipment requirements; report a boating accident; or comply with other Federal regulations"

The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers FREE Vessel Safety Examinations to boaters wishing to be sure that their boats meet all State & Federal safety requirements.  A safety check for personal watercraft is also available.

The Vessel Examiners who perform the VSC's are specially-trained Auxiliary personnel who are kept informed on the latest legal requirements for boaters. The Vessel Examiners have no legal authority and do NOT issue citations.  Our focus is to help prevent boaters from getting equipment related citations.
A Vessel Safety Check can identify SAFETY and MONEY saving opportunities
  • By preventing citations by meeting federal, state, and local safety equipment requirements.
  • By identifying educational and equipment related possible boating insurance discounts.
  • By increasing awareness of safety practices to avoid costly accidents and breakdowns.
Vessel Safety Checks are meant to be an educational experience.  The Vessel Examiners will gladly explain why the safety equipment requirements are there, how the equipment works, and make other recommendations.
Vessels that pass the examination are awarded the Seal of Safety to be placed on the vessel.

 

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