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Bass Boat Safety Checklist

Complete this checklist before every tournament or fishing trip to ensure safety and compliance

Coast Guard Requirements

Life jacket for every passenger
Properly sized life jackets
Throwable flotation device (if required)
Sound-producing device (horn/whistle)
Navigation lights operational
Fire extinguisher (if required)
Current registration onboard
Registration numbers displayed correctly
Emergency engine cut-off switch (kill switch) and lanyard

Tournament Day Checklist

Fishing license
Tournament registration completed
Wallet and ID
Boat keys
Kill switch lanyard
Fuel tank full
Trolling motor batteries charged
Electronics functioning
Navigation lights functioning
Livewell functioning
Bilge pump functioning
Weather checked
Ice, food, and drinks packed

Boat Safety Equipment

Anchor and rope
Emergency paddle
Dock lines
Tool kit
Spare prop
Prop wrench
Flashlight
Spare batteries
Fire extinguisher checked
Bilge pump tested
Navigation lights tested

Livewell & Fish Care

Livewell pumps working
Aerators working
Livewell cleaned
Fish care additive packed
Ice available for hot weather
Recirculation system checked
Weigh-in bags packed
Fish landing net onboard
Culling system ready
Thermometer available (optional)

Emergency Equipment

First aid kit
Cell phone charged
Phone charger onboard
Jumper pack/battery booster
Emergency blanket
Drinking water
Multi-tool or pliers
Spare fuses
Emergency flashlight
Emergency contact information

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