I was boarded by the Coast Guard last week

I am Canadian and have never heard of Oil and Garbage Placards. They are not mentioned in the required items we have on our boat in Canada. Could some one please send me a link to what they are and where I can buy them and explain what they are.
 
Was boarded a couple of weeks ago. No problems of course I am retired Navy keep my boat on the Navy base see these Coasties all the time. Their inspection was much easier that the Auxliaries which I have a current sticker. Now when we see each other we get a frieindly wave.
 
Thanks Jack F
We have a 380 Aft Cabin with twin 454 and there is a placard in the galley that looks like it was from SeaRay about not dumping oil overboard, but not one for garbage. I will get a garbage one. Thanks again for the help.
 
Full Time Dad 92 Searay said:
What are the plaqcards, i am sure I speeled that wrong lol
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See here...

http://clubsearay.com/forum/showthread.php?t=20533

Doug

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If your boat is over 36 feet, you need a Trash Disposal Plan as well... I have the following laminated and stuck with velcro under the sink cabinet door...


TRASH DISPOSAL PLAN (TDP)
Motor Vessel “Four Suns”​


General: The Captain/Owner is responsible for performing or overseeing this TDP. In general, all trash shall be collected and stored onboard in plastic bags or other suitable containers. Upon returning to port, such trash shall be removed and placed in appropriate trash containers ashore. No trash or other substances may be discharged or put overboard except as in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Beer: Unprocessed beer shall be stored at a temperature of 34 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Before disposal, beer must be processed through human kidneys and deposited in an approved Type I, II or III marine sanitation device (MSD). If more than three nautical miles offshore, processed beer may be discharged directly overboard, provided that the processing person is wearing an approved PFD and standing or squatting on the swim platform.

Bird Droppings: Fresh bird droppings shall be allowed to dry on the vessel’s canvas and/or gelcoat. After drying, the bird dropping shall be disposed of by the CTO ( “Chief Trash Officer” ) by flicking it into the water with his or her middle finger. Remaining stains may be cleaned with fresh water, or, if more than 3 miles offshore, soap and water.

Seasickness discharge (barf): Within three nautical miles from shore, seasickness discharge shall be deposited into an approved MSD. From three to twelve nm offshore, seasickness discharge may be deposited directly into the ocean, provided that no chunks thereof exceed one square inch.
 
comsnark said:
(except the Admiral giving the officer lip. That was bad. I gave her the elbow. She continued with the lip. Officer finally said "He is trying to tell you something to which you should be listening". Boy was she steamed!)
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AHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!:smt038
Do they ever get the hint?!
 
Four Suns said:
If your boat is over 36 feet, you need a Trash Disposal Plan as well... I have the following laminated and stuck with velcro under the sink cabinet door...



TRASH DISPOSAL PLAN (TDP)
Motor Vessel “Four Suns”​




General: The Captain/Owner is responsible for performing or overseeing this TDP. In general, all trash shall be collected and stored onboard in plastic bags or other suitable containers. Upon returning to port, such trash shall be removed and placed in appropriate trash containers ashore. No trash or other substances may be discharged or put overboard except as in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Beer: Unprocessed beer shall be stored at a temperature of 34 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Before disposal, beer must be processed through human kidneys and deposited in an approved Type I, II or III marine sanitation device (MSD). If more than three nautical miles offshore, processed beer may be discharged directly overboard, provided that the processing person is wearing an approved PFD and standing or squatting on the swim platform.

Bird Droppings: Fresh bird droppings shall be allowed to dry on the vessel’s canvas and/or gelcoat. After drying, the bird dropping shall be disposed of by the CTO ( “Chief Trash Officer” ) by flicking it into the water with his or her middle finger. Remaining stains may be cleaned with fresh water, or, if more than 3 miles offshore, soap and water.

Seasickness discharge (barf): Within three nautical miles from shore, seasickness discharge shall be deposited into an approved MSD. From three to twelve nm offshore, seasickness discharge may be deposited directly into the ocean, provided that no chunks thereof exceed one square inch.
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LOVE IT!!!:lol::smt043:lol:
 
Official or not, it was spot on! :smt038
 
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I was boarded over Memorial Day weekend, I thought it was pretty fun. I had a full boat, and most of the people I'd just met for the first time at the marina before heading out. It made for an interesting introduction and a good ice breaker.

Since it was pretty much my first trip out for the season, I'd just gone over the requirements for safety equipment and made sure everything was on the up and up not long before. I pretty much did the inspection for them-- pulled everything out and opened everything up and they just checked it off as I went along.

We did offer the CG guys some beer, but they wouldn't take it. Rules and regulations, or some nonsense. They were good guys though, my friends and I get pretty obnoxious and they took it all in stride.

The whole experience was very contrary to the horror stories I've heard from other boaters
 
Reading this thread made me recheck all my emerg kit, and my flares were expired. :smt009 Good thing for CSR! Replaced and we're good.
 
Heh. Yeah. . so how is an officer supposed to take an offer of a beer?

Clearly, it exhibits courtesy by the boat owner. Clearly, for many reasons, the officer can't accept.

What about water? What if you offer them water on a hot day? Is taking the water considered a bribe? Or is the mere offer of human decency good enough for all concerned?
 
they are on the next pier:grin: I offer beer to the county police and they do stop by off duty and talk boats:grin:
comsnark said:
Heh. Yeah. . so how is an officer supposed to take an offer of a beer?

Clearly, it exhibits courtesy by the boat owner. Clearly, for many reasons, the officer can't accept.

What about water? What if you offer them water on a hot day? Is taking the water considered a bribe? Or is the mere offer of human decency good enough for all concerned?
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I was boarded by the CG over the 4th of July at a courtesy dock on Lake Erie. They were very courteous. Even got comments from one of the guys that there was no way the boat was 10 years old, he would not believe it until the his partner checked the registration. The only question they had was they knew there was a toddler on board when we pulled up and they did not see his PFD. I explained to them that he was not allowed around the dock without it on and my wife had just taken him to the campsite. He still had it on. They understood and thanked me for having every in its place. They gave me a sheet that stated that I passed the inspection and to show that if we were boarded again this season.
 
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comsnark said:
Heh. Yeah. . so how is an officer supposed to take an offer of a beer?

Clearly, it exhibits courtesy by the boat owner. Clearly, for many reasons, the officer can't accept.

What about water? What if you offer them water on a hot day? Is taking the water considered a bribe? Or is the mere offer of human decency good enough for all concerned?
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Bottled water is far more expensive than fuel. I'd say that is a bribe. I'd offer them ice water out of my tank. (;-)
 
First time without my "tutor" on board. Nice sunny day, wind in our hair, smile on our faces, blue lights behind us.....Oh, jeez....First time solo, and the Coast Guard is behind me. What are the odds ? Didn't even think the Coast Guard patrolled the area we boat in... The boat didn't even have the registration numbers yet - hadn't even come in the mail. It all went just fine, since the boat's fairly new. He asked where the 'No oily discharge.." placard was; yeah,, right. Look in the ER. It was there on the inside of the hatch. All in all they were courteous and found nothing out of sorts. I blamed my wife for getting pulled over since she got stopped by a land cop for speeding a few days earlier....Now, where is that tracking device hidden ? Hmmm.
 
Vince_nj1 said:
I spent last week on the boat with my wife and kids. We did a bunch of day trips and played with the Sea Doos. One day we took a little trip up to NYC to see the Statue of Liberty and the Intrepid. On my return home to Monmouth Beach, I was stopped by the Coast Guard just inside of Sandy Hook. They were doing routine stops. Their opening question was "Have you been boarded by the coast guard in the ocean this year?" My answer was "no".

I had 5 kids on board under the age of 13 and 3 adults including myself. (all the kids were wearing life jackets)

They asked for paperwork for my boat, my drivers license and when they saw my Power Squadron certificate they asked for that as well. They also asked for ID for the other 2 adults. 2 officers boarded my boat and asked to see all of my life jackets and flairs and then asked if my sea cock was closed for my discharge, (it wasn't) I played dumb and said "I leave the switch off down in the cabin so no one can use it" They told me I needed to keep the sea cock closed. I said I would be happy to close it, but I have to lay across my hot engines to get to it. They said I need to do it when the engines cooled off. I agreed. (they obviously gave me a break)

This did get me thinking. What if I wanted to take a trip out to the ocean and dump my toilet 3 miles off shore? I would have to drive out with the sea cock open and risk a fine or try to open it with hot engines in the ocean?

They asked to hear my horn. I warned them before I hit the button that I had a very special "Sea Ray" horn. When they heard it, they laughed. They then asked to see oil placards and garbage placards. I had to pull out my owners manual to find the oil placard. It is located under the bottom of the hatch just to the right of the shelf that holds the outside table. They inspected the bilge for oil with a flashlight.

It was about 90 degrees that day and the coasties were in full dark blue uniforms with full gear and full life vests. The sweat was pouring off them (and me). I can't believe this is uniform of choice for them.. If I were them, I would "accidently" fall in the ocean every 20 minutes.

In the end I failed for not having a throwable Type IV device. They told me I would get a letter in the mail and need to repond with proof of purchase which would allow me to avoid any fines.
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Been traveling this week, so apologize for jumping into this late. About a year and a half ago, I had a similar thing happen. In my case my boat was almost new; plus, I was a newbie to the whole boating thing at that time as well.

I got boarded at the north end of Colvos passage on my way to Seattle with a friend one morning (it was a Wednesday). Did pretty much all the things mentioned above, except with me my portable fire extinguisher was empty. Remember, my boat was new- I was new, and I trusted (newbie mistake) the "Coast Guard kit" I purchased was up to snuff. Our theory (mine and the two Coasties) was the FE must have discharged in the box during shipping. No matter, I had to return, under escort, back to my home port. Long, story short, I moored at the public dock in Gig Harbor and walked to West Marine and bought two new ones.

Got a letter in the mail and had to write a detailed letter "why", prove my new purchase with digital photos of the box and provide a receipt (clearing showing the date of purchase. NOTE: only then do they "decide" if you get a fine. I eventually got another letter confirming no fine.

Did I tell you I got boarded again this past Spring? All was good with this one.
 
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