The requirements are the same as federal regulations. Any compartment containing portable type gasoline containers must be ventilated naturally or with sufficient compartment area open to the atmosphere. Examination requirements are more stringent than the federal regulations. All gasoline inboard motorboats, regardless of date of construction or engine installation, must be equipped with a suitable means of backfire flame control. Boats 16 feet or more in length, MUST have properly installed and working navigation lights, and an all-around anchor light to receive a decal.
Federal law requires ALL boats to be able to display lights between sunset and sunrise.
All recreational boats used on coastal waters, Great Lakes or in the high seas, are required to carry Coast Guard Approved Visual Distress Signals in order to qualify for the CME decal. For vessels operating on inland waters, the Auxiliary requires some means of making a suitable day and night visual distress signal. The type device and the amount carried is best judged by taking into account the size of the area and the conditions under which the boat will be operating. Tanks shall be free of excessive corrosion and must not leak. All tanks must be properly secured in the boat to prevent excessive movement.