Department of Vessel Examination
The Department of Vessel Examination (V-Dept.) is part of the Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Directorate. This Directorate coordinates and oversees the Auxiliary mission in support of the Coast Guard Office of Boating Safety with the development and implementation of various RBS programs.
Coast Guard to Emphasize Life Jacket Wear
A key outcome of the Coast Guard's Recreational Boating Safety program is to reduce loss of life on the water. A major component of that program is to convince boaters to wear their life jackets while on the water. Various media campaigns have been utilized in the past without a major shift in the desired outcome.
A Vessel Safety Check (VSC) provides the vessel examiner an opportunity to educate the boater on the value and importance of life jacket wear. During the VSC, the criteria for selecting, sizing, and inspection of life jackets is reviewed and demonstrated to the boater.
2008 VE Schedule
- April 26th Harris Lake North Ramp 9:00 - 11:00
- June 7th Harris Lake North Ramp 9:00 - 11:00
Look for future Dates on Falls Lake based on water levels
If you would like to arrange for a Safety Check on your boat, contact Russell A. Chafin at: 9-10.FC@CoastGuardAux.com
