The US Coast Guard will be available to conduct safety inspections of Lummi fishing vessels by appointment. Getting a safety inspection ahead of time is not only good for you and your crew's safety, but can help prevent ill-timed on-the-water Coast Guard stops during commercial openings. The Coast Guard will also be issuing immersion suit exemption letters. You must pass the vessel safety inspection in order to receive the immersion suit exemption letter. The safety inspection and exemption letter are valid for 2 years.
Please Contact Guy Redfox, 360-746-5725, or email at GuyR@lummi-nsn.gov to schedule your inspection.
USCG Safety Inspection Checklist for Commercial Vessels Under 26 ft
Registration markings
Injury Placard
Navigation lights/ Fishing lights
Day shapes
Sound device (air horn, whistle, etc)
Personal Flotation Devices/ life vests for every person on board
1 ring buoy or cushion pfd if vessel is between 16 ft and 26 ft
Fire extinguisher
Flame arrestor
Ventilation in engine compartment
Marine sanitation device for any installed toilets
Immersion suit OR exemption letter which can be provided at the safety check
USCG Safety Inspection Checklist for Commercial Vessels 26 ft - 40 ft
Registration markings
Injury Placard
Oil pollution placard
Garbage placard
Navigation lights/ Fishing lights
Day shapes
Sound device suitable for vessel size
Personal Flotation Devices/ life vests for every person on board
1 ring buoy with line
Fire extinguisher
Flame arrestor
Ventilation in engine compartment
Marine sanitation device for any installed toilets
Immersion suit OR exemption letter which can be provided at the safety check