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2870 OFFSHORE

In many emergency situations, the Coast Guard can provide assistance in obtaining medical advice

for treatment of serious injuries or illness. If you are within VHF range of a Coast Guard Station,

make the initial contact on channel 16 and follow their instructions.

9.8 Additional Safety Equipment

Besides meeting the legal requirements, prudent boaters carry additional safety equipment. This

is particularly important if you operate your boat offshore. You should consider the following

items, depending on how you use your boat.

Satellite EPIRBS

EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) operate as part of a worldwide distress

system. When activated, EPIRBs will send distress code homing beacons that allow Coast Guard

aircraft to identify and find them quickly. The satellites that receive and relay EPIRB signals are

operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the United States.

The EPIRB should be mounted and registered according to the instructions provided with the

beacon, so that the beacon's unique distress code can be used to quickly identify the boat and owner.

Additional Equipment to Consider:

VHF Radio Life Raft Spare Anchor

Heaving Line Fenders First Aid Kit

Flashlight & Batteries Mirror Searchlight

Sunburn Lotion Tool Kit Ring Buoy

Whistle or Horn Anchor Chart and Compass

Boat Hook Spare Propeller Mooring Lines

Food & Water Binoculars Sunglasses

Marine Hardware Extra Clothing Spare Parts

Spare Keys Portable Radio

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