5.01(1)(cm)3. Date of birth together with other unique number.
Section 16 NR 5.01(1)(e) is amended to read:
5.01(1(e) State in which boat is or will be principally used operated.
Section 17 NR 5.04(1)(c) is amended to read:
5.04(1(c) State of principal use operation.
Section 18 NR 5.06(5) is created to read:
5.06(5) Upon assignment of a hull identification number required under s. 30.533(2), Stats. the owner shall permanently affix the assigned hull identification number to the starboard side of the transom of the vessel to which the hull identification number is assigned. Each hull identification number must be carved, burned, stamped, embossed, molded, bonded, or otherwise permanently affixed to the watercraft so that alteration, removal, or replacement would be obvious. Use of a plate must be fastened so that removal would cause scarring or damage to surrounding hull area. Hull identification number characters must be no less than ¼ inch in height and not attached to any removable part. The assigned hull identification number must be permanently affixed in 2 places. Section 19 NR 5.06(5)(a) is created to read:
5.06(5)(a). The primary hull identification number in watercraft with transoms shall be affixed to the starboard outboard side within 2 inches of the top of transom, gunwale, or hull deck joint, whichever is lowest. On vessels without transoms or impractical to use transom, to the starboard outboard side of hull, aft, within one foot of the stern and within 2 inches of the top of the hull side, gunwale or hull deck joint, whichever is lowest. On catamarans and pontoon boats with replaceable hulls, to the aft crossbeam, within 1 foot of the starboard hull attachment.
Section 20 NR 5.06(5)(b) is created to read:
5.06(5)(b). The duplicate hull identification number shall be affixed in an unexposed location on the interior of the vessel or beneath a fitting or item of hardware.
Section 21 NR 5.09(3)(b) is amended to read:
5.09(3)(b) Such political subdivision of the state shall, prior to authorizing placement, obtain the approval of the department. The political subdivision shall complete a waterway marker application form, indicating their approval or disapproval and submit the application to the department. The department shall review the application and approve or disapprove placement of the waterway markers. The department shall distribute a copy of the permit to the political subdivision, the applicant and the property owner. A copy of the permit will remain on file with the department. Mooring buoys placed within the boundaries of a state or federally approved mooring area are exempt from this section when such placement is authorized by the unit of government having jurisdiction. Approved waterway markers shall be labelled with a department assigned identification number. Waterway markers for which department approval was not obtained may be removed by the department.
Section 22 NR 5.11(2) is amended to read:
5.11(2) The fire extinguishers required on each class of motorboat shall be as follows:
Minimum Number of Hand-Portable Fire Extinguishers Required |
Vessel Length | No Fixed System | With Approved Fixed Systems |
26’ to less than 40’ | 2 B-1 or 1 B-11 | 1 B-1 |
40’ to 65’ | 3 B-1 or 1 B-11 and 1 B-1 | 2 B-1 or 1 B-11 |
Section 23 NR 5.11(2)(a) to (e) is repealed:
Section 24 NR 5.125(1)(b) is amended to read:
5.125(1)(b) An officer requesting a boat operator to submit to a noise test shall test the boat using testing methods J34a J34, J1970 or J2005.
Section 25 NR 5.125(1)(c) is amended to read:
5.125(1)(c) When the J2005 testing method is used, the officer shall deduct 2 decibels from the decibel reading obtained in order for the test to be comparable to the J34a and J1970 tests.
Section 26 NR 5.125(1)(d) is repealed:
Section 27 NR 5.125(1)(e) is repealed:
Section 28 NR 5.125(1) (Note) is amended to read:
Note: Copies of the Society of Automotive Engineers Recommended Practice Report J34a J34, J1970 and J2005 entitled “Exterior Sound Level Measurement Procedure for Pleasure Motorboats” may be obtained from the Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15096.
Section 29 NR 5.13(1)(intro.) is amended to read:
5.13(1) This section applies to all boats that are propelled or controlled by machinery, sails, oars, paddles or poles or another vessel including but not limited to inflatables and sailboards, used on waters subject to the jurisdiction of this state except:
Section 30 NR 5.13(2)(a)(intro.) is amended to read:
5.13(2)(a)(intro) No person may operate or use a boat unless all of the following requirements are met at least one PFD of the following types or their equivalents listed in figure 1 is on board for each person:
Section 31 NR 5.13(2)(a)1. is amended to read:
5.13(2)(a)1. Type I PFD At least one wearable PFD is on board for each person.
Section 32 NR 5.13(2)(a)2. is amended to read:
5.13(2)(a)2. Type II PFD Each PFD is used in accordance with any requirements on the approved label.
Section 33 NR 5.13(2)(a)3. is amended to read:
5.13(2)(a)3. Type III PFD Each PFD is used in accordance with any requirements in its owner’s manual, if the approval label makes reference to such a manual.
Section 34 NR 5.13(2)(b) is amended to read:
5.13(2)(b) No person may operate or use a boat 16 feet or more in length, except a canoe or kayak, unless at least one type IV throwable PFD or its equivalent listed in figure 1 is on board in addition to the PFDs total number of wearable PFDs required in par.(a).
Section 35 NR 5.13(2)(c) is repealed:
Section 36 NR 5.13(2)(d) is renumbered and amended to read:
5.13(2)(c) No person may operate or use a boat of any size to carry passengers for hire unless at least one type I wearable PFD or its equivalent listed in figure 1 is on board for each person and in addition one ring life buoy as listed in figure 1 throwable PFD must be carried on board such boats recreational vessels which are 26 feet or more in length.
Section 37 NR 5.13(3)(a) is amended to read:
5.13(3)(a) No person may use a boat unless each type I, type II, type III or type V wearable PFD required by sub. (2) is readily accessible.
Section 38 NR 5.13(3)(b) is amended to read:
5.13(3)(b) No person may operate or use a boat unless each type IV throwable PFD required by sub. (2) is immediately available.
Section 39 NR 5.13(4)(intro.) is amended to read:
5.13(4)(intro.) CONDITIONS, APPROVAL, MARKING. No person may operate or use a boat unless each device required by this section is marked as follows:
Section 40 NR 5.13(4)(b) is amended to read:
5.13(4)(b) Legibly marked with the approval number as listed in figure 1 for items subject to approval, and Of an appropriate size for the person for whom it is intended.
Section 41 NR 5.13(4)(c) is amended to read:
5.13(4)(c) Of an appropriate size for the person for whom it is intended. Each personal flotation device must be marked in accordance with the recognized laboratory’s listing and labelling requirements. At a minimum, labels must include all of the following:
Section 42 NR 5.13(4)(c)1. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)1. Size information, as appropriate.
Section 43 NR 5.13(4)(c)2. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)2. The US Coast Guard approval number.
Section 44 NR 5.13(4)(c)3. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)3. Manufacturer’s contact information.
Section 45 NR 5.13(4)(c)4. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)4. Model name and number.
Section 46 NR 5.13(4)(c)5. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)5. Lot number and manufacturer date.
Section 47 NR 5.13(4)(c)6. is created to read:
5.13(4)(c)6. Any limitations or restrictions on approval or special instructions for use.
Section 48 NR 5.13(4)(d) is created to read:
5.13(4)(d) Marking must be of a type which will be durable and legible for the expected live of the device.
Section 49 NR 5.13(5) is amended to read:
5.13(5) Personal Flotation Device Equivalents. Figure 1 lists devices that are equivalent to personal flotation devices. Visual Distress Signals. It is unlawful to operate any watercraft on the coastal waters of the United States without having onboard visual distress signals as required and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard, so placed as to be readily accessible and in such condition as to be ready for immediate and effective use.
Section 50 NR 5.13(5) Figure 1 is repealed:
Section 51 NR 5.13(6) is created to read:
5.13(6) Sound Producing Devices. As required by the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules, a vessel less than 39.4 feet must, at a minimum, have some means of making an efficient sound signal, (i.e., handheld air horn, athletic whistle, installed horn, etc. A human voice or sound is not acceptable.
Section 52 NR 5.13(6)(a) is created to read:
5.13(6)(a) A vessel 39.4 feet or greater, must have a sound signaling appliance capable of producing an efficient sound signal, audible for ½ mile with a 4 to 6 seconds duration. In addition, the vessel must carry on board a bell with a clapper. The bell size shall be no less than 7.9 inches, based on the diameter of the mouth.
Section 53 NR 5.17 is renumbered to NR 5.17 (1)
Section 54 NR 5.17(2) is created to read:
5.17(2) No vessel may be equipped with or display any blue colored light or lamp unless the vessel is a patrol boat defined in s. 30.50(9b), Stats. Section 55 NR 5.33(4) is created to read:
5.33(4) No motorboat shall be operated in excess of a slow no wake speed within 100 feet of a stationary or drifting authorized patrol vessel or emergency vessel displaying an emergency light or siren.
Section 56 Effective Date. This rule takes effect on the first day of the month following publication in the Wisconsin Administrative Register as provided in s. 227.22 (2) (intro.), Stats. Section 57 Board adoption. This rule was approved and adopted by the State of Wisconsin Natural Resources Board on December 10, 2014.
