The number and type of distress flares required on board a pleasure boat depends on the length of the vessel, the type of vessel, and the area of operation. see the chart for details of the flares required by a particular vessel. vessels are exempt from carrying pyrotechnic distress signals if:. Flares and pyrotechnic devices are used to signal distress and need of assistance. they should always be stored in a watertight container and located in a cool, dry, accessible area.. What determines the number and type of distress flares required to be carried on a boat is the type of sailing that is done: in-shore zone being up to 3 miles from shore carry 2 red hand held flares and 2 orange hand smoke flares..
Look for the date of manufacture, which is stamped on every flare. flares are good for four years from that date. properly dispose of flares that are past their expiration date. distress flares should be stored vertically in a readily accessible, cool, dry, and prominently marked location.. Chapter 5 - be ready for emergencies. transport publication tp 14070 e (2010) all small commercial vessels must carry a watertight flashlight and flares. the number and type of flares required vary according to the size of the vessel. see send out a distress signal. position your boat so the fire is downwind.. Boat safety equipment: one manual propelling device. (this equipment is not mandatory if all people on the sailboard are wearing a canadian- approved flotation device of appropriate size or engaged in an official competition ). distress equipment: a watertight flashlight or 3 canadian approved flares of type a,b or c..
