(Submitted by Toledo Sail & Power Squadron)
The Toledo Sail and Power Squadron urges boaters to take the time each season to schedule a Vessel Safety Check to determine if the boat is in compliance with federal and state boating laws.
Each VSC is free of charge, a public service provided by Toledo Sail & Power Squadron “America’s Boating Club” and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Numerous websites provide a virtual checklist of safety requirements (flares, extinguishers, etc.) that the certified examiner will check. A vessel check takes about 30-45 minutes, depending on size of boat.
If a vessel meets the safety requirements, the examiner will provide a VSC decal to post. Some boating insurance agencies offer discounts for passing such an inspection.
If a boat does not pass the VSC, the owner will be provided information on what to correct. Results are confidential, no citation will be written.
To schedule an exam through the Power Squadron contact John Miga at email vsc@gtoast.net or phone at 419-539-4253, or email Larry Cole at
boater734@chartermi.net.
