USCG Commercial Fishing Checklist

This tool is provided for general guidance on USCG-required safety equipment for commercial fishing vessels. Additional items may be required to pass dockside examination. Always verify current requirements with your local USCG Commercial Fishing Vessel Examiner. To access the full USCG checklist generator, Click Here.

Federally Documented State Registered

Water Temperature: Warm Cold

Vessel Length (ft):

Crew Size: 3 or less More than 3

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PFD Checklist

Survival Craft Checklist

Distress Signals & Safety Equipment

Sources:
PFDs: 46 CFR §28.110
Survival Craft: 46 CFR §28.120
Distress Signals & Safety Equipment: 46 CFR §28.130
EPIRB: 46 CFR §28.140
Life Rings / Ring Buoys: 46 CFR §28.150
Fire Extinguishers: 46 CFR §28.160