At 03:37 PM 10/30/2008, Norm wrote:
From what I understand having the VHF on when underway is a FCC
rule, not a USCG rule.
Here's what I found:
FCC rules require boaters with a VHF radio to monitor Channel 16
continuously when their radio is turned on and not otherwise being
used for communications.
And:
Further, in certain instances vessels must monitor the international distress
frequencies while navigating. These rules ensure that compulsory
vessels as well as exempt
vessels are able to exchange distress communications with Coast Guard
stations as well as coast
and vessel stations world-wide.
So recreational boats are not required to have the VHF on, but are
required to monitor CH 16 if it is on and not being used.
BTW, on the ICW and other waterways in Louisiana all the commercial
and most recreational traffic is on CH 13, the Navigation channel.
All the bridges also monitor 13.
Hope this helps!
Rick
SV Valkyrie
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