Minnesota Administrative Rules

5225.6500 EQUIPMENT.

Subpart 1.

Generally.

When under way, every boat shall carry oars or pole, an anchor, a fire extinguisher, and at least one approved life preserver for each passenger. If a pole is used, it must be at least 12 feet in length and have a hook attached to one end.

Subp. 2.

Code of Federal Regulations requirements.

In addition to the requirements of subpart 1, all boats must comply with the following equipment requirements:

A.

fire extinguisher, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 181.30;

B.

bilge pumps, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, section 182.25-10;

C.

life preservers, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 180.25, except section 180.25-20;

D.

ring life buoys, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 180.30;

E.

distress signals, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 180.35;

F.

whistles, Code of Federal Regulations, title 33, subpart 86.01;

G.

ventilation systems, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 177.20 and section 182.15-45; and

H.

anchors, Code of Federal Regulations, title 46, subpart 184.10.

Subp. 3.

First aid kit.

Each boat must have a first aid kit on board that is approved by the American Red Cross or an equivalent entity. The American Red Cross First Aid Kit for Car and Home is recommended, and is available from the American Red Cross, 11 Del Place, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403.

Subp. 4.

First aid handbook.

All boats must have a first aid handbook on board. The American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Safety Handbook is recommended, and is available from the American Red Cross, 11 Del Place, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403.

Subp. 5.

Battery covers.

All batteries must be covered with battery covers to eliminate sparking or arcing.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 175.171; 183.38; 183.41; 183.42; 183.44; 183.62; 326B.52; 326B.958; 326B.998

History:

18 SR 614; L 2007 c 140 art 9 s 27; art 13 s 4

Published Electronically:

February 19, 2009