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Coast Guard Boat Safety Checklist | New York City News
Before you even hit the water, the Coast Guard wants you to do a quick boat pre-flight check—starting with the captain’s license. For boats with more than six passengers, look for a specific inspection sticker; smaller vessels need a different one. Always check the capacity plate for max horsepower, weight, and passenger limits. Life jackets? Make sure there are enough, they’re Coast Guard approved, and kids under 12 in New York must wear them while moving—unless it’s a closed cabin. Infants 4–11 months? The Coast Guard advises keeping them off recreational boats. Wrongly sized life jackets…
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