US Coast Guard Auxiliary
Vessel Safety Check (VSC) - a free safety check of watercraft from houseboats, fishing boats, cruisers and, PWC's (better known as jet skis).

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The Decal below is awarded to boats that pass the examination


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Items checked in the Examination:

Bullet5.gif Display of Numbers

Bullet5.gif Registration on Board

Bullet5.gif Lifejackets

Bullet5.gif Distress Signals


Bullet5.gif Fire Extinguishers

Bullet5.gif Ventilation *

Bullet5.gif Backfire Flame Control *

Bullet5.gif Sound Producing Device

Bullet5.gif Navigation Lights

Bullet5.gif Pollution Placard *

Bullet5.gif MARPOL Trash Placard *

Bullet5.gif State and Local Requirements

Bullet5.gif Overall Vessel Condition:
  • Deck free of Hazards
  • Clean Bilge
  • Safe Electrical
  • Fuel System
  • Safe Galley *
  • Heating System *
* Some of the above items may not be required depending upon the type and length of boat. If there are any questions about the above, please contact us by E-Mail or phone (270) 753-4934.


These are Recommended, but not required:

Marine Radio

Dewatering Device

Distress Signals

Anchor and Line
First Aid Kit

Inland Visual

Mounted Fire Extinguishers

Capacity Plate