| Updated: |
9/16/2008 |
| Description: |
This is a license for any vessel used in the business of carrying passengers for hire in ocean waters.
Similar Keywords: fishing, angling, boats, anglers, charters, sightseeing |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 830
OAR 200-015
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| Duration: |
Valid through December 31 of the year applied. |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Oregon Titled Vessel $50
Coast Guard Documented Vessel $100
Non-Resident fees are based on the fee that an Oregon resident would be required to pay to provide the same service in your state of residence.
If the owner/Operator is a resident of:
Alaska $50
California $250
Washington $785
Elsewhere $100 |
| Responsible Agency: |
Marine Board |
| Examination Information: |
The operator of an Ocean Charter Vessel must possess a valid United States Coast Guard Operator's License which requires exams. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
A $5,000 surety bond is required for any Charter Vessel Owner/Operator who takes deposits in excess of $100 per person. |
| Insurance Requirements: |
$300,000 of general liability. |
| Prerequisites: |
Equipment Requirements
Safety equipment requirements for all licensed Oregon Ocean Charter Vessels. Specific requirements are dependent upon a vessels operational distance from the nearest port. All required equipment shall be in proper working order.
Safety Equipment Specifications
The adopted Code of Federal Regulations provides technical detail and specifications for safety equipment on certain passenger carrying vessels. Where equipment requirements and/or specifications for certain vessels are less than those required by this rule, are not addressed or are considered inappropriate for a class of vessels the following shall prevail.
First Aid Kit
Each vessel shall carry on board a first aid kit containing at least the items specified in the current Department of Consumer and Business Services, Occupational Health and Safety Division Administrative Rules or such future first aid kit rules as are adopted.
Bilge High Water Warning System
(1) An automatically activated bilge high water warning system shall be installed which provides an audible warning signal. A visual warning indicator may also be installed. The warning indicator(s) shall be installed at each steering station. The audible warning may be provided with a disabling switch, provided there is a visual warning indicator which is incapable of deactivation until the high water condition is remedied.
(2) A bilge high water warning system shall not be required on dory style vessels of open construction where the bilge is readily visible to the operator.
Depth Finder
An installed (not portable), functioning depth finding unit shall be at or near the vessel's primary steering station. The equipment shall provide an adequate range of depth scales allowing the operator to select scales that provide ample safety warning of abrupt ocean bottom contour changes.
Power/Hand Operated Bilge Pump
In addition to any U.S.C.G. required power operated bilge pump(s) each vessel shall carry at least:
(1) One portable hand pump (minimum capacity ten gallons per minute, minimum main body length 24 inches).
(2) One five gallon bucket.
Anchor and Anchor Chain or Line
Each vessel shall carry on board an anchor of such design and construction; and, anchor line or chain of such size and length as to provide emergency anchoring capabilities for the vessel.
Magnetic Compass
An installed, marine style magnetic compass shall be located at the vessel's primary steering station. Uninspected vessels less than 26 feet of open construction can use a portable or hand-held compass as an alternative means of compliance.
Loran C or Radar Navigation Equipment
Each vessel shall have installed either a LORAN C, a RADAR, or a GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) navigation system. It shall be capable of providing the operator with rapid, reliable vessel positioning information. Portable, or hand-held GPS is allowable on uninspected vessels less than 26 feet of open construction as an alternative means of compliance.
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
Uninspected vessels not required by federal law to carry an (EPIRB) are exempt from this section. Vessels carrying more than six passengers on voyages that are not international routes must carry a Class "A" EPIRB for service beyond 20 miles from a safe harbor of refuge. A satellite 406 MHz EPIRB is an acceptable alternative means of compliance.
Navigational Charts
Each vessel shall carry on board a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published "Harbor" and "Coast" navigation chart as appropriate to the ocean charter vessel's operating area. |
| Application Form: |
Application for an Ocean Charterboat License |
| Service Links: |
 Charter Boat Application Instructions
 Application for Corporate Ocean Charterboat License
Application for Sole Proprietor Ocean Charterboat License
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
A completed application.
Proof of $300,000 general liability insurance policy.
A $5,000 Surety Bond if accepting deposits in excess of $100 per person.
A current valid Certificate of Inspection if carrying seven or more passengers.
Applicable fee.
Proof of the operators valid United States Coast Guard license with the proper endorsement for operating offshore. |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Marine Board |
| E-mail Address: |
ashley.massey@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-378-8587
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| Mail Address: |
PO Box 14145
435 Commercial ST NE #400
Salem, OR 97309
- 5065
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregon.gov/OSMB/index.shtml |
