ECOS Resources

The NSBC's Get Connected campaign encourages boaters to use an engine cut-off switch (ECOS) every time they go powerboating to keep them and others safe on the water.

An engine cut-off switch attaches to the boat operator and cuts power to the boat’s engine if the operator is displaced from the helm. It also may be activated manually if needed in an emergency. An ECOS may be a lanyard attached to the engine switch, or a boat may be equipped with wireless technology that resembles a key fob or wristband.

Educational flyers to communicate the importance of using an ECOS are available for the cost of shipping only! These front-back flyers are full-color, 3.5″ x 8.5″, and ship in a pack of 200. It is a great handout for events, trainings, and vessel safety checks. Limit 10 packs per order. Order now.
 

Carbon Monoxide Awareness

Safe Boating Campaign

The Safe Boating Campaign is a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating led by the National Safe Boating Council with support from boating safety advocates around the world. At its heart, the Safe Boating Campaign is a grassroots effort that collaborates with partners to share about safe boating in their local communities through events, social media, workshops, and more. It is produced under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

The National Safe Boating Council provides partners with many free and paid resources – such as brand, logo, talking points, suggested social media posts, template announcements, fact sheets, videos, photo library, posters, PSAs, banners, launch point signs, and life jacket loaner stand artwork. This effort has created worldwide recognition of the Safe Boating Campaign – reminding boaters to always wear a life jacket and boat responsibly. We are thankful for each partner for their support in building a generation of responsible boaters!

Register as a Safe Boating Campaign partner and get access to the latest information and resources. From seasonal toolkits to sample outreach plans, find all the information you need to share about responsible boating in your community.

Get a head start on planning for Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day (May 20, 2022) and National Safe Boating Week (May 21-27, 2022)!

While supplies last, request your free Safe Boating Campaign Brochures Box! Please note, item will ship in April 2022.
 

Instructor Update

Our instructors have undergone rigorous training to teach recreational boaters in accordance with the American National Standard for on-water skills. NSBC instructors help cultivate a safer recreational boater experience by training responsible boaters.

Explore the latest resources for NSBC instructors:

1) Instructor Resources: Helpful tips and reminders for NSBC instructors to maintain their certification, including course waivers, course reports, curriculum, and more. Find instructor resources.

2) Find An Instructor: The demand for on-water training is high, and the NSBC has created a searchable directory of our instructors. Connect with a local NSBC instructor and get on-water powerboat training! Find an instructor in your local area.

If you would like to be included in this database, you must opt-in and have an active NSBC instructor membership.

3) Certificate of Completion: NSBC instructors may order a certificate of completion for students who have successfully completed the course. You may order a print certificate, or a digital certificate. Please note, for students outside the U.S. only digital certificates may be ordered.