cdock Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 Someone asked awhile back about what is required for a pontoon boat as regards to regulations and safety. I couldn't find the post so I just thought I'd add this link to a new topic. A pontoon falls under the Canoes/Rowboats section (at least that's what I was told by Fish and Wildlife). This is pretty clear on what is required. I'm still trying to figure out how to use a bailing device though. http://www.tc.gc.ca/MarineSafety/TP/TP511/boat.htm#top Quote
SanJuanWorm Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 If you get a ticket for no bailing device......you should immediately lose all faith in humanity. Quote
bigbowtrout Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 I'm still trying to figure out how to use a bailing device though. Fill it with ice and use it for a few drinks Quote
bloom Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 I remember with the boating licenses were first coming out and I had this discussion on the bailing buckets with a pontoon. The poor guy wouldn't bend, or even see my side on the uselessness of a bailing bucket. Kept saying that it was mandatory and an important safety device for me. Quote
OneMoreLastCast Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 I've had the bucket discussion 3 times with the authorities, twice in Alberta and once in BC. Both times in Alberta the Officer would not budge, (although I actually carry one to meet the requirements). I asked them both to show me the proper use of the bucket in case of an emergency and they refused, but still insisted it is 100% necessary for my safety. In BC, the discussion started by the Officer asking me what the hell the bucket was for. When I told him it was necessary....Blah, blah, he had a good laugh at our expense. Common sense just isn't so common some times. Quote
rehsifylf Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 I was thinking that maybe if you used a really big bailing bucket, you could use it as an escape craft if your pontoons ever get punctured. Quote
birchy Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 I've had the bucket discussion 3 times with the authorities, twice in Alberta and once in BC. Both times in Alberta the Officer would not budge, (although I actually carry one to meet the requirements). I asked them both to show me the proper use of the bucket in case of an emergency and they refused, but still insisted it is 100% necessary for my safety. In BC, the discussion started by the Officer asking me what the hell the bucket was for. When I told him it was necessary....Blah, blah, he had a good laugh at our expense. Common sense just isn't so common some times. Absolutely classic!! LOL Quote
SteveM Posted August 12, 2008 Posted August 12, 2008 Wow, you guys are dumb! It's very obvious what the bailing bucket is for; if your 'toon sinks, just bail the lake dry, then walk to shore! Quote
cdock Posted August 13, 2008 Author Posted August 13, 2008 Wow, you guys are dumb! It's very obvious what the bailing bucket is for; if your 'toon sinks, just bail the lake dry, then walk to shore! Why didn't I think of that! Quote
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