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TOP 7 ITEMS TO KEEP ON YOUR BOAT AT ALL TIMES

LIFE JACKETS/THROWABLE LIFE PRESERVERS (PFD - PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES)<br>People on your boat may not be wearing them at all times, but make sure you have life jackets on board that fit everyone and can hold their weight. Life preservers you can throw out to someone in the water can help you save lives in an emergency. Stock at least one to be prepared for any situations that may arise.<br>

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TOP 7 ITEMS TO KEEP ON YOUR BOAT AT ALL TIMES

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  1. TOP 7 ITEMS TO KEEP ON YOUR BOAT AT ALL TIMES

  2. Life Jackets/throwable Life Preservers (Pfd - Personal Flotation Devices) People on your boat may not be wearing them at all times, but make sure you have life jackets on board that fit everyone and can hold their weight. Life preservers you can throw out to someone in the water can help you save lives in an emergency. Stock at least one to be prepared for any situations that may arise. 1

  3. Emergency Signal Flares/audio Signaling Devices Signal flares are essential if you're out on the water and need to be spotted so that someone can come to help you. Effective flares should give off high amounts of light and smoke to be visible at a distance. It's also important to have audio signaling devices like a horn and whistle so you can alert nearby boats for help. 2

  4. Fire Extinguisher Though fires are rare on boats when one strikes it can be lethal. Every boat should have a fire extinguisher. Make sure the extinguisher is not expired, and you know how to use it. 3

  5. Plenty Of Water When you're out on the water and in the sun, dehydration can hit pretty quickly. Have plenty of water stocked on your boat for each person. Aim to have 16 ounces per hour per person. 4

  6. First Aid Kit A first aid kit is essential whenever you're out boating. It comes in handy for cuts or other small injuries. A well- stocked first aid kit will also include sunscreen so that you can protect your skin against the sun. 5

  7. Plenty Of Rope And Anchor The rope has a thousand uses on a boat, which is why you should have plenty of it around. From tying yourself to the dock or securing items on board, you will always need rope while you're boating. 6

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