Engines Boats are not permitted within 5 miles of shore without a noise abatement mechanism in use. The engine space blower must be operated for at least 4 minutes immediately before starting a gasoline engine. Fuelling During fuelling, all occupants of the boat must be ashore, all engines must be shut off, all flames must be extinguished and leakage and spillage into the hull must be prevented. Portable fuel tanks must be filled ashore. Fuel-Burning Systems Must install system in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended practices.
Some exceptions apply.