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What is a Boat Safety Scheme Certificate (BSC) and why do I need one?

April 26, 2017boat BSC Certificate safety Scheme

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What is a Boat Safety Scheme Certificate (BSC) and why do I need one?

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A BSS certificate is essentially an MOT for boats. The BSS scheme only applies to vessels on the inland waterways. When boats are new out of the factory they are supplied with a certificate of conformity (CE). This certificate lasts 4 years before a BSS examination is required. When a BSS is due an examiner is required to examine the boat and issue a new 4 year BSS certificate if the boat complies. If there are areas in which the boat doesn’t comply then remedial work will have to be undertaken before a new certificate can be issued. You need either a certificate of conformity or a BSS certificate to be able to apply for a British Waterways licence. Further information can be found on http://www.boatsafteyscheme.com/.