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title: Boat Safety Equipment required on a boat in Ontario
description: Ontario Boat operators should have which of the following on board... What determines the minimum safety equipment requirements...
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Having the right equipment on board is crucial for safe boating. These safety equipments should be in good working condition, well-maintained, and easily accessible in case of an emergency. The specific safety equipment needed will depend on the type and size of your boat.

Discover the essential Canadian regulations for boating safety gear to ensure lawful and secure navigation in [Ontario](https://aceboater.com/ontario) waters!

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Discover the essential of boat safety equipment that each type of boat must carry on board to comply with the *Small Vessel Regulations* (part of the *Canada Shipping Act, 2001):*

- #### [Personal Watercraft (PWC)](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#pwc)
- #### [Sail and Power Boats up to 6 m (19'8")](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#six)
- #### [Canoes, kayaks, rowboats and rowing shells](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#human)
- #### [Sail and Power Boats over 6 m and up to 9 m (19'8''- 29'6'')](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#six-nine)
- #### [Sail and Power Boats over 9 m and up to 12 m (29'6"- 39'4")](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#nine-12)
- #### [Sail and Power boats over 12 m and up to 24 m (39'4"- 78'9")](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#twelve-24)
- #### [Sail and Power Boats over 24 m (78'9")](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#twenty-four-plus)
- #### <https://21118949.hubspotpreview-na1.com/canoes-kayaks-rowboats-rowing-shells>[Paddleboards, paddleboats, watercycles, sealed-hull and sit-on-top kayaks](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#paddle)
- #### [Sailboards and Kiteboards](https://aceboater.com/boat-safety-equipment-required-on-a-boat-in-ontario#sail)

Make sure you have the necessary safety equipment on board, always in excellent working condition, carefully maintained, and easily accessible in case of emergencies.

### [Personal Watercraft (PWC)](https://aceboater.com/personal-watercraft-pwc)

- - approved **[Personal Flotation Device](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)** for each person on board
    - **[sound-signaling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device)**
    - [**watertight flashlight** ](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress) or  **three **[**pyrotechnic distress signals**](https://aceboater.com/flares), not more than one of which is a smoke signal
    - [**magnetic compass**  ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)(not necessary when in view of navigation markers)
    - <https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights>[**Navigation lights** ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)(not required in daylight and good visibility) **If one person on board a personal watercraft is not wearing a lifejacket **or a PFD of an appropriate size, you must add the following equipment:

- - [**buoyant heaving line** ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)at least 15m (49’3”) long
    - **[reboarding device](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)*** (only required if reboarding means climbing a vertical height of more than 0.5 m (1’8”) from the water).*
    - [**manual propelling device** ](https://aceboater.com/manual-propelling-device)or [**an anchor** ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)and at least 15 m (49’3”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination
    - **[bailer or manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping equipment](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump)** 
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement)** (not necessary for typical daytime and near-shore activities).
    - **[fire extingu](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)[isher (5 BC)](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)**

 

### [Powerboats and Sailboats up to 6 m (19'8")](https://aceboater.com/sail-and-powered-pleasure-craft-up-to-6m)

- - [**personal Flotation Device (PFD) or Lifejacket**](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada) for each person on board
    - [**Buoyant heaving line **](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)at least than 15 m (49’3”) long
    - [**reboarding device** ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)*(only required if reboarding means climbing a vertical height of more than 0.5 m (1’8”) from the water).*

**If the boat is equipped with a motor, add the following equipments:**

- - [**watertight flashlight **](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)or **three [pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares),** not more than one of which is a smoke signal. *Note: Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: **Is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; or h**as no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition.*
    - [**manual propelling device** ](https://aceboater.com/manual-propelling-device)or **[anchor ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)**and at least 15 m (49’3”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination

- - **[bailer or a manual water pump](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump)**
    - **[sound-signaling appliance or a sound-signaling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device)**
    - [**navigation lights** ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)(not required in daylight and good visibility)
    - [**magnetic compass** ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)(not necessary when in view of navigation markers)
    - <https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat>[**fire extinguisher (5 BC)**](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers) (<https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers>if the pleasure craft is equipped with an inboard engine, a fixed fuel tank of any size, or a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigeration appliance)
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement)** (not necessary for typical daytime and near-shore activities).

 

### [Powerboats and Sailboats over 6 m and up to 9 m (19'8''- 29'6'')](https://aceboater.com/sail-and-powered-pleasure-craft-over-6m-and-up-to-9m)

- - **[Personal Flotation Device or Lifejacket](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)**
    - of appropriate size for each person on board
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least than 15 m (49’3”) long or **[lifebuoy ](https://aceboater.com/approved-lifebuoy-canada)**attached to a buoyant line at least 15 m (49’3”) long
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)*****Note:** A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”).*
    - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**
    - **Six [pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), **not more than two of which are smoke signals or **At least three pyrotechnic distress signals**, not more than one of which is a smoke signal, if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB) ***Note:** Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: **Is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; **or ****Has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition.*
    - **[manual propelling device ](https://aceboater.com/manual-propelling-device)**or **One [anchor ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)**and at least 15 m (49’3”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination
    - **[bailer or one manual bilge pump ](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump)*****Note:** A bailer or manual water pump is not required for a pleasure craft that cannot hold enough water to make it capsize or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible.*
    - **[sound-signalling](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) device** or appliance
    - **[navigation lights ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)**that meets the requirements set out in the *Collision Regulations. **Navigation lights are only required if the pleasure craft is operated after sunset, before sunrise, or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc.). **Sailing vessels less than 7 m in length can meet this requirement with a watertight flashlight *
    - **[magnetic compass ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)*** A magnetic compass is not required if the pleasure craft is 8 m (26’3”) or less **and** is operated within sight of sea marks (navigation marks).*
    - **[fire extinguisher (5BC) ](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)**if the pleasure craft is equipped with a motor
    - **5BC [fire extinguisher ](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)**if the pleasure craft is equipped with a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigeration appliance
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement)  **is required under certain conditions

 

### [Powerboats and Sailboats over 9 m and up to 12 m (29'6"- 39'4") Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/sail-and-powered-pleasure-craft-over-9m-and-up-to-12m)

- - **[Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or Lifejacket ](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)**of appropriate size for each person on board
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least than 15 m (49’3”) long
    - **[lifebuoy](https://aceboater.com/approved-lifebuoy-canada) **attached to a buoyant line at least 15 m (49’3”) long
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)*****Note:** A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”). *
    - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**
    - **twelve [pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), not more than six of which are smoke signals ****or at**** least six pyrotechnic distress signals, not more than three of which are smoke signals, **if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB). **Note: ***Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: **Is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; **or ****Has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition.*
    - **[anchor ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)**and at least 30 m (98’5”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination
    - **[manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping arrangements ](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump)*****Note:** A bailer or manual bilge pump is not required for a pleasure craft that cannot hold enough water to make it capsize or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible.*
    - **[sound-signalling appliance](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) or a [sound-signalling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) **
    - **[navigation lights](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)**
    - **[magnetic compass](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)**
    - **10BC [fire extinguisher ](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)**if the pleasure craft is equipped with motor **and one**** 10BC [fire extinguisher ](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers)**if the pleasure craft is equipped with a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigeration appliance 
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement) **is required under certain conditions.

 

### [Powerboats and Sailboats over 12 m and up to 24 m (39'4"- 78'9") Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/sail-and-powered-pleasure-craft-over-12m-and-up-to-24m)

- - **[personal flotation device or lifejacket ](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)**of appropriate size for each person on board
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least than 15 m (49’3”) long
    - **[lifebuoy ](https://aceboater.com/approved-lifebuoy-canada)**equipped with a self-igniting light or attached to a buoyant line at least 15 m (49’3”) long
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)****Note: A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”). **
    - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**
    - **Twelve [pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), not more than six of which are smoke signals. ****or a****t least six pyrotechnic distress signals, not more than three of which are smoke signals, **if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB). Note: Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: Is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; or Has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition.
    - **[anchor ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)**and at least 50 m (164’1”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination
    - **[bilge-pumping](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump) arrangements**
    - **[sound-signalling appliances](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) **Note: Pleasure craft over 20 m (65’7”) in length require a whistle (horn), and a fitted bell.
    - **[navigation lights](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)**
    - **[magnetic compass ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat) **
    - **10BC [fire extinguisher](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers) at all of the following locations: **at each access to any space where a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigerating appliance is fitted; at the entrance to any accommodation space; and at the entrance to the machinery space.
    - **[axe](https://aceboater.com/fire-fighting-equipment-axe-bucket)**
    - **2 [buckets ](https://aceboater.com/fire-fighting-equipment-axe-bucket)**Note: Transport Canada recommends that each bucket have a capacity of at least 10 litres.
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement) **is required under certain conditions.

 

### [Powerboats and Sailboats over 24 m (78'9") Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/sail-and-powered-pleasure-craft-over-24m)

- - **[personal flotation device or lifejacket ](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)**for each person on board
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least than 30 m (98’5”) long
    - **2 SOLAS [lifebuoy](https://aceboater.com/approved-lifebuoy-canada), of which: **one is attached to a buoyant line at least 30 m (98 ’5”) long; and one is equipped with a self-igniting light
    - **[lifting harness](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices) with appropriate rigging**
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)**Note: A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”).
    - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**
    - **12 [pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), **not more than six of which are smoke signals or at least six pyrotechnic distress signals, not more than three of which are smoke signals, if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB). **Note: flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: **Is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; or has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition or in final preparation for an official competition.
    - **[anchor ](https://aceboater.com/anchor-danforth-grapnel-plough-mushroom)**and at least 50 m (164’1”) of cable, rope or chain in any combination
    - **Bilge-pumping arrangements**
    - **[sound-signalling appliances](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) **Note: Pleasure craft over 20 m (65’7”) in length require a whistle (horn), and a fitted bell.
    - **[navigation lights](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)**
    - **[magnetic compass](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)** 
    - **10BC [fire extinguisher](https://aceboater.com/fire-extinguishers) at all of the following locations: **at each access to any space where a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigerating appliance is fitted; at the entrance to any accommodation space; and at the entrance to the machinery space.
    - **power-driven fire pump **located outside the machinery space, with one fire hose and nozzle that can direct water into any part of the boat
    - **2 [axes](https://aceboater.com/fire-fighting-equipment-axe-bucket)**
    - **4 [buckets ](https://aceboater.com/fire-fighting-equipment-axe-bucket)**Note: Transport Canada recommends that each bucket have a capacity of at least 10 litres.
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement) **is required under certain conditions

 

### [Canoes, Kayaks, Rowboats and Rowing shells Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/canoes-kayaks-rowboats-rowing-shells)

- - **[personal Flotation Device ](https://aceboater.com/en-us/personal-flotation-devices-pfd-kentucky)**for each person on board
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least 15m (49’3”) long
    - [**reboarding device **](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)***Note:** A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”).* 

- - **[bailer or manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping equipment](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump) *****Note:** A bailer or manual bilge pump is not required for a pleasure craft that will not hold enough water to make it capsize, or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible.*
    - **[sound-signalling appliance](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) or [sound-signalling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device)**
    - **[navigation lights  ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)*****Note:****Navigation lights are only required if the pleasure craft is operated after sunset, before sunrise, or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc.). **For a human-powered vessel, this requirement can be met with a watertight flashlight.*
    - **[magnetic compass ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)*****Note:** A magnetic compass is not required if the pleasure craft is 8 m (26’3”) or less **and** is operated within sight of seamarks (navigation marks).*
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement) **is required under certain conditions

**If the human-powered pleasure craft is more than 6 m long, you must add: **

- - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**
    - **[6 pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), **not more than two of which are smoke signals or at least three pyrotechnic distress signals, not more than one of which is a smoke signal,** **if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB). ***Note:** **Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: ******is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile** (1.852 km) from shore; **or ****has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition, or in final preparation for an official competition.*

 

### [Paddleboards, paddleboats, watercycles, Sealed-hull and sit-on-top kayaks Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/paddleboats-watercycles-sealed-hull)

**If everyone on board is wearing a lifejacket or a PFD** **of appropriate size, only the following equipment is required on board:**

- - **sound-signaling device or appliance,**
    - **watertight flashlight **(only required if the boat is operated after sunset, before sunrise or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc).

**If someone on board is not wearing a lifejacket or a PFD of appropriate size, you must add the following equipment:**

- - **[Personal Flotation Device ](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)for each person on board**
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)at least 15m (49’3”) long**
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)*****Note:** A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”). *
    - **[bailer or manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping equipment](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump) ***Note:* *A bailer or manual bilge pump is not required for a pleasure craft that will not hold enough water to make it capsize, or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible.*
    - **[sound-signaling appliance](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) or [sound-signaling device ](https://aceboater.com/en/sound-signalling-appliance-device) **
    - **[navigation lights ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)*** ****Note: ****Navigation lights are only required if the pleasure craft is operated after sunset, before sunrise, or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc.). **For a human-powered vessel, this requirement can be met with a watertight flashlight.*
    - **[magnetic compass ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)*****Note:** A magnetic compass is not required if the pleasure craft is 8 m (26’3”) or less **and** is operated within sight of seamarks (navigation marks).*
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement) **is required under certain conditions

***If the human-powered pleasure craft is more than 6 m long, you must add: ***

- - **[watertight flashlight](https://aceboater.com/manual-propelling-device)**
    - **[6 pyrotechnic distress signals](https://aceboater.com/flares), **not more than two of which are smoke signals or at least three pyrotechnic distress signals, not more than one of which is a smoke signal, if there is also a means of two way electronic communications on board (i.e., cell phones, satellite phones, VHF, 406 MHz personal locater beacons, or EPIRB). ***Note:** Flares are not required for a pleasure craft that: **is operating on a river, canal or lake in which it can never be more than one (1) nautical mile (1.852 km) from shore; **or ****has no sleeping quarters and is engaged in an official competition, or in final preparation for an official competition.*

 

### [Sailboards and Kiteboards Boating Safety Equipment](https://aceboater.com/sailboards-kiteboards)

If the operator of a sailboard or kiteboard is wearing a lifejacket or PFD of appropriate size, only the following equipment is required on board:

- - **[sound-signaling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device)**
    - **[watertight flashlight ](https://aceboater.com/watertight-flashlight-distress)**If the paddleboat, watercycle or kayak is operated after sunset, before sunrise, or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc.).

**If the operator of a sailboard or kiteboard is not wearing a lifejacket or PFD of appropriate size, the following equipment is required on board:**

- - [Personal Flotation Device ](https://aceboater.com/pfd-personal-flotation-device-transport-canada)for each person on board ***Note:** A personal flotation device or lifejacket kept on board a human-powered pleasure craft, operated in whitewater must be inherently buoyant.*
    - **[buoyant heaving line ](https://aceboater.com/buoyant-heaving-line)**at least 15m (49’3”) long
    - **[reboarding device ](https://aceboater.com/reboarding-devices)***Note: A reboarding device is only required if the vertical height that must be climbed to reboard the pleasure craft from the water is over 0.5 m (1’8”). *
    - **[bailer or manual bilge pump or bilge-pumping equipment](https://aceboater.com/bailer-manual-water-pump) *****Note:** A bailer or manual bilge pump is not required for a pleasure craft that will not hold enough water to make it capsize, or a pleasure craft that has watertight compartments that are sealed and not readily accessible.*
    - **[sound-signalling appliance](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device) or [sound-signalling device](https://aceboater.com/sound-signalling-appliance-device)**
    - **[Navigation lights ](https://aceboater.com/navigation-lights)***Note:**Navigation lights are only required if the pleasure craft is operated after sunset, before sunrise, or in periods of restricted visibility (fog, falling snow, etc.). **For a human-powered vessel, this requirement can be met with a watertight flashlight.*
    - **[magnetic compass ](https://aceboater.com/magnetic-compass-marine-boat)***Note: A magnetic compass is not required if the pleasure craft is 8 m (26’3”) or less **and** is operated within sight of seamarks (navigation marks).*
    - **[radar reflector](https://aceboater.com/radar-reflector-boat-placement)  is required under certain conditions**

 

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