The USCG documentation number is the official number (ON) of a documented vessel. It stays with the boat for its lifetime. In some states, they allow state registration and federal documentation. Other states, however, do not let vessels to be identified as both a state registered and federally documented. However, if you live in a state…
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Owning a boat offers a lot of benefits. But you, as the owner, have some responsibilities that you must fulfill before you can use it. Staying afloat with the latest regulations and guidelines is not just a choice. Rather, it is a necessity for boat owners. If you use your boat in maritime activities, the…
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Being a boat owner means being responsible both on and off the water. When it comes to safety on board a recreational vessel, you can never be too careful. When the health and safety of yourself and your friends and family is on the line, you absolutely cannot afford to cut any corners in this…
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Getting into business for yourself can be a great adventure for you, and it allows you to be your own boss, but there is also a great deal of responsibility that goes along with a venture like this, particularly when you get involved with a business that involves the use of a boat. As the…
No one wants to head out on the water worried that their vessel fails to comply with US Coast Guard boat requirements. These requirements, at times, can seem capricious, if not downright contradictory and confusing. Each moment spent worried about them or being in compliance with them is a moment not spent enjoying your boat…
If you are the new owner of a large pleasure craft like a yacht, or you recently purchased a commercial vessel for your business, you will want to familiarize yourself with the Coast Guard’s regulations and rules as they apply to documentation for your vessel. All commercial vessels in the United States are required by…