Guest column: Everything you need to know about boat safety checks
Zachary Steiner
Zachary Steiner is the public affairs officer for the Memphis Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla. When he is not volunteering his time with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, he is a special education teacher with Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
A vessel safety check offers you the peace of mind that your boat meets the federal safety standards. Furthermore, in an emergency, you know that you have the necessary equipment to save lives and be able to summon help.
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