Fishing Vessel Safety Regulations

40 (1) The types of distress signals referred to in this section are the types of distress signals described in Schedule III to the Life Saving Equipment Regulations.

(2) Every fishing vessel shall carry 12 Type C distress signals and

• (a) if operating more than 20 nautical miles from shore, six Type A distress signals;

• (b) if operating not more than 20 nautical miles from shore, six Type B distress signals.

(3) Every fishing vessel shall carry sufficient lights and equipment to comply with the Collision Regulations.