Flares, fire extingushers,etc......

[Gerald]

Originally Posted by Ray

There are different types and sizes of extinguishers, depending on the size of the boat.
There is a letter designation on the side of the extinguisher that tells you what size boat it goes on.

• Up to 26': One B-I size extinguisher. Fire extinguishers are not required on outboard-powered pleasure boats less than 26' in length, not carrying passengers for hire, without permanently-installed fuel tanks, that do not have spaces where explosive or flammable gasses or vapors can collect.
• From 26' to 40': Two B-I extinguishers (or one B-II extinguisher)
• From 40' to 65': three B-I extinguishers (or one B-I and one B-II)

These are the minimums to pass the Coast Guard inspection if you get boarded.

Ray..... I don't think this correct. I will have to do some checking. I think a fire extinguisher is required on any size boat if there is a space where fumes could be contained. The type of gas tank does not matter. I know that I have been ask to see my fire extinguisher by Game Wardens and Coast Guard in my 15' boat.