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The Vessel Safety Check is a complimentary check of your boat conducted by members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, confirming that it meets both federal and state requirements for safety.  A decal is awarded to display if the vessel has passed the examination. For more information click here to learn more about the vessel safety checks performed by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

You can learn more about current availability of safety checks by contacting our Flotilla Staff Officer for Vessel Exams (FSO-VE) - Dr. George Moran.  George can be contacted either via email at [email protected] 

or via cell at 708-927-3607.

An example of some of the items checked include:

• Life Jackets
• Registration and Numbering
• Navigation lights
• Ventilation
• Fire Extinguishers
• Distress Signals
• Battery cover and connections

All of these items are currently required by state and federal laws, and if missing or non-operating, can result in a citation if your vessel is inspected by the Coast Guard. The Vessel Safety Check gives you a risk free way to check that you meet the legal minimums and to potentially avoid a citation later.