Normally, information posted on the open forum is not to be considered as official. However, from time to time, you may note that a member of the National Executive Committee, Chief Director and his staff, or a Department Chief will submit an official response. In these instances, you may consider this an official statement of policy or procedure. The courtesy examination is a FREE check of the boat's legally required equipment plus additional items the Auxiliary recommends for safety. If everything is in order the boat receives the distinctive Seal Of Safety decal.
Any deficiencies are between the boater and the examiner.
They are not reported to any authority.