Discover everything you need to know as a commercial boat rental company to meet state and federal requirements.
Renters must be minimum 18 years old.
The livery must have a written agreement with the renter or lessee that includes the renter/lessee's name, address, date of birth, emergency contact name and address and telephone number.
insurance policy for both the livery and the renter for any accident, loss, injury, property damage, or other casualty resulting from the operation of the boat.
Renters must follow livery pre-rental and pre-ride instruction checklist.
Renters must obtain a state issued, no-cost Livery Operator Permit if they are renting motorboats, personal watercraft (PWC), paddlecraft, sailboats, or houseboats that are being operated on the waters of the state.
Renters born on or after Jan 1, 1988 must obtain a Florida Boating Safety Education ID Card.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) regularly provides updates on recentchanges in regulation and have overviews of specific requirements for boatrental companies
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The information provided is intended to be general and informative, and should not be interpreted as regulatory, legal, or insurance advice. It does not constitute professional advice from a licensed insurance agent and does not establish an attorney-client or insurer-insured relationship. This information should not replace the counsel of a qualified legal, regulatory, or insurance professional. Always consult with a qualified professional for legal, regulatory, or insurance advice pertaining to your specific circumstances.
