What is the US Coast Guard Certification?
It is the law that boats that carry passengers for hire have a US Coast Guard Inspection Certification. There are a few exceptions to this rule such as a six-pack and a demise charter. The number of passengers any boat can carry is determined by the Coast Guard after a stability test. This number has no bearing on comfort but relies solely on stability measurements. Some boats may be certified for many more guests than can comfortably fit on a particular boat. So one of our strengths is advising our clients how many guests can comfortably fit on any boat depending on your charter criteria. If you have a band and/or casino set up your guest count will be reduced. Guest count includes adults, children, toddlers, infants and newborns equally. Also included in guest count are entertainers and vessel crew. Most boats will have a guest count that reads for example; 149 guests plus 11 crew. This vessel would be limited by law to a maximum of 149 individuals plus 11 crew. Entertainers are not
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