Kowalski ordered signaling mirrors, strobe lights, glow sticks, whistles, knives and garbage bags. These items are recommended by the Motorboat Operation Certification Course (MOCC) to aid survival in case of an overboard situation. Along with personal flotation accessories, Kowalski also put together two rapid ditch bags for use on AFRO vessels. These bags are designed to float to the surface if the vessel sinks and contain three large parachute flares, waterproof first aid kit, hand held marine radio, fresh batteries, flash light, strobe light, glow sticks, signaling mirror, whistle and garbage bags. Rapid ditch bags are not required but are recommend to help ensure the safety of the vessel crew in an emergency situation.