Readily accessible life jackets cannot be in protective coverings or under lock and key. Readily accessible means the life jackets are out in the open ready for wear or stowed where they can be easily reached. Each wearable life jacket needs to be “readily accessible” if not worn.The life jacket must be the appropriate size for each intended wearer. There must be one wearable (Type I, II, III, or V) USCG approved life jacket for each person on the boat. Nearly all boating-related fatalities are the result of drowning and most of these fatalities could have been prevented if a life jacket was worn. A sufficient means of making a sound signal (4-6 seconds) in duration.Applies to all PWCs and all motorboats with engine of 10 hp or greater. Education requirement is being phased in through July 1 2016.Must carry one B-II and one B-1 or three B-1.
Inboard gasoline boats built after 1981 portable#
Applies to boats where one of the following conditions exists: permanently installed fuel tanks closed compartments under thwarts and seats where portable fuel tanks are stored double bottoms not sealed at the hull or which are not completely filled with flotation material closed living spaces or closed stowage compartment in which combustible or flammable materials may be stowed.The operator, each rider, and anyone being towed behind a PWC must be wearing a USCG approved Type I, II, III or V life jacket.Nightime VDS – Operating in Coastal Waters Summary of Virginia Boating Equipment Requirementsĭaytime VDS – Operating in Coastal Waters
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