When operating a motorboat in Florida, you must have a valid form of identification and, if you're born on or after January 1, 1988, a Florida Boating Safety Education ID card. Additionally, your boat must carry safety equipment, including personal flotation devices (PFDs) for each passenger, a throwable flotation device, a fire extinguisher, and a sound-producing device like a whistle or horn. It's also essential to adhere to all state and local boating regulations.
PFD for each person aboard.
PFD for each person aboard.
VHF Radio
PFD is required for each person aboardWearable PFD for each person aboard
Carry on board your certificate of numberCarry on board certification and number
Personal Floatation Device for each person aboard
Common sense would tell you that at the absolute minimum you need to have a life preserver for each and every passenger in the boat. It would also be a good idea to have a fire extinguisher aboard and a first aid kit. If you are operating the boat at night you will need to have running lights fore and aft.
A personal floatation device
In addition to required safety equipment, you must legally carry a paddle or an oar aboard your boat while operating in New Mexico.
approved visual distress signals
approved visual distress signals
approved visual distress signals