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Annual USCG Inspection and Man Overboard Drill

7/7/2017

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​M/Y Smooth C's underwent its annual USCG Inspection and Man Overboard Drill on July 6, as required for Small Passenger Vessels by the US Code of Federal Regulations.  

During a USCG onboard inspection, the inspector checks all vessel logs, which include safety/training, maintenance, emergency procedures, cruise/radio logs, charts, and official documents. Additionally, they verify all operators licenses, permits, first aid certifications, and compliance with an active drug consortium. The inspection also checks all PFD/life jackets/devices, fire extinguishers/fire suppression systems, bilges, thru-hull fittings, engines, generators, fuel tanks, waste systems, radio/PA, required safety lights, system alarms, and tests emergency shut-off and fire procedures. 

During the Man Overboard Rescue drill, a life jacket is thrown overboard to simulate a passenger falling off the vessel. The captain and mate must work together to safely retrieve the victim and coordinate further care. Knowing what to do when a passenger goes overboard may be the difference between life and death. After calling "Man Overboard" the mate must shout the position and distance of the victim, relative to the vessel, and request that the Coast Guard be notified. The mate then dons a PFD and tethers himself to the vessel in order to retrieve the victim. Depending on the severity of the injury, the mate will either stay with the victim on the swim platform or bring the victim up on the deck for continued care. 

The annual onboard inspection by the USCG for a vessel our size usually takes 2-3 hours. These inspections are much different than the CG Auxiliary vessel checks that recreational and charter vessels limited to 6 passengers undergo. As a reminder, any vessel carrying more than 6 passengers for hire MUST have a COI (Certificate of Inspection). Learn more: ​USCG Charter Passenger for Hire and Charter Vessel Operations >

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Tampa Bay Yacht Charter has been awarded a 2017 Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor

7/5/2017

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Tampa Bay Yacht Charter, which offers private yacht charters throughout the Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast area aboard USCG Inspected and Certified vessels, has been recognized with a 2017 Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor. This award is based on consistently great reviews from charters guests: “An experience I will never forget", "Awesome service and vessel", and "Ultimate guest experience" are just a few of the ways guests have described their experience aboard the Smooth C's yacht. 

Captain Laura Lothridge, company president, states that it is important for people considering a yacht charter to be aware of the USCG Federal Regulations. Vessels carrying more than 6 passengers for hire must have a Certificate of Inspection (COI) in order to operate. Vessels with a COI are regularly inspected by the Coast Guard to ensure all safety equipment and training of the Captain and crew are monitored. The design of the boat itself is maximized for safety and stability and must pass annual inspections, in and out of the water. Chartering an inspected vessel ensures that passenger safety and crew training are paramount to the overall experience. 

Tampa Bay Yacht Charter is located in downtown St Petersburg and offers relocation throughout Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, and Sarasota counties. We're also pleased to offer charter service to guests staying at the Renaissance Vinoy Resort, Marriott Waterside Tampa, Sandpearl Resort, and the Longboat Key Club. 

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