alcohol/ blood test
To have a sample of your blood or breath tested for alcohol.
Boarding and search by the US Coast Guard. . . . and Officers of the Texas DPS.
Admiralty means your vessel is operating in international waters.
Documentation with the U.S. Coast Guard
garbage disposal placard
26' ft sailboat with engine
Whistle
a PFD
a whistle or horn AND a bell audible for at least one mile
a whistle or horn AND a bell audible for at least one mile
If your vessel is less than 65.6 feet long and operating in federally controlled waters in Mississippi, you must carry a sound-producing device such as a whistle or a horn. This device is required to signal your presence in instances where visual communication may not be sufficient. Additionally, vessels must also comply with any specific regulations that may apply to the area of operation.
In Louisiana state waters, if your vessel is 26 feet or more in length, you are required to carry a sound-producing device such as a whistle, horn, or bell. This device must be capable of producing a sound that can be heard for at least one-half mile. Additionally, vessels must comply with the U.S. Coast Guard's requirements for sound signals, particularly when operating in reduced visibility or during specific maneuvers.