DISTRESS SIGNALS
In Coastal waters 3 flares meet both the Day & Night requirement.
Note:
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STANDARD:
* Flares must be readily available and approved in accordance with 46
CFR.
160.136
(parachute)
160.121
(hand)
160.122
(smoke)
** F1ares must be readily accessible and approved in accordance with 46
CFR.
160.036 or 160.136
(parachute)
160.021 or 160.121
(hand)
160.022 or 160.122 or 160.037
(smoke)
#
Distress Flag must be in accordance with 46 CFR 160.072
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INSTRUCTORS NOTES:
- Approval numbers with a 160.100 designator complies with SOLAS
requirements and are superior in quality.
- Approval numbers with a 160.000 designator complies with
recreational use requirements.
Provide visual aids showing distress flag and distress light.
- When inspecting hand flares look for moisture under the striker
cap.
- Discourage stowage of flares in plastic bags because of
- Check expiration dates.
- Advise on disposal of flares. Do not throw overboard, into trash,
or use as fireworks. Do contact local fire department for guidance.
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REFERENCES: 46 CFR 28.145,
46 CFR 160.013/.021/.022/.036/.037/.072/.121/.122/.136
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