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Channel 10 in Saint Petersburg, Florida had to say... What is a
Vessel Safety Check (VSC)? A Vessel Safety Check is a
courtesy examination of your boat (Vessel) to verify the presence and
condition of certain Safety Equipment required by State and the Federal
regulations. The Vessel Examiner is a trained specialist and is a member
of the United States Power Squadrons or the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. They will also
make certain recommendations and discuss certain safety issues that will
make you a safer boater. This is not boarding or a law
enforcement issue. No citations will be given as a result of this
encounter. We will supply you with a copy of our evaluation so that you
may follow some of the suggestions given. Vessels that pass will be able
to display our distinctive VSC decal. This does not exempt you from law
enforcement boarding, but you can be prepared to make this a positive
encounter. Do you have a safe boating
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