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ABYC Publishes Updated Boat Building and Repair Standards

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The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) published its 61st supplement of Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft , which provides the marine industry with the latest in boat building and repair standards. The 2021-2022 updates are available to purchase as a book or in digital format via the ABYC online library and desktop subscription. 

ABYC standards are continually researched, developed, and revised by over 400 volunteer technical experts and marine professionals participating in Project Technical Committees (PTCs).

“This is the largest update in ABYC’s history,” said ABYC technical director Brian Goodwin. “Our committees addressed the growing demand for electric propulsion and the increasingly more complex electrical systems we see on boats. This was a major achievement from dedicated industry professionals working together to ensure we keep boating safe.” 

With over 75% of revised documents included as the standards basis for the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Boat & Yacht Certification Program, manufacturers designing for 2023 model year will need to understand and apply standards updates that affect their product.

ABYC members can access the standards on ABYC’s website via the standards library. The online standards library includes an overview document that highlights the major changes in supplement 61. Additionally, the overview document and supplemental technical tools, including an updated compliance audit checklist and updated test templates, are available on ABYC’s website.

New and revised standards and technical information reports:

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The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) was created in 1954 as a non-profit organization to develop safety standards for the design, construction, equipage, repair and maintenance of boats.

The story of the American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. starts several years before ABYC was formally organized. As early as 1950, members of the former Motorboat and Yacht Advisory Panel of the Coast Guard’s Merchant Marine Council had expressed an interest in having the boating industry, public, and government combine their talents to draft standards and recommended practices for the construction of small craft and associated equipment. The panel thought that such a broad-based effort could win wide support and acceptance of its recommendations.

With this encouragement, the American Boat & Yacht Council was incorporated in 1954 under New York State law as a nonprofit, public service, membership organization. The ABYC now numbers over 4000 individuals, corporations and associations, worldwide.

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Contact Information

ABYC Headquarters 613 Third Street – Suite 10 Annapolis, Maryland 21403 Telephone: (410) 990-4460 Hours: M-F 8am – 5pm Webesite:  www.abycinc.org . Contact Form:  www.abycinc.org/contact/index.cfm .

List of ABYC Standards

A-1 Marine Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Systems A-3 Galley Stoves A-4 Fire Fighting Equipment A-6 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Equipment A-7 Liquid and Solid Fueled Boat Heating Systems A-14 Gasoline and Propane Gas Detection Systems A-16 Electric Navigation Lights A-22 Marine Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Systems A-23 Sound Signal Appliances A-24 Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems A-26 LPG and CNG Fueled Appliances A-27 Alternating Current (AC) Generator Sets A-28 Galvanic Isolators A-30 Cooking Appliances with Integral LPG Cylinders A-31 Battery Chargers and Inverters E-2 Cathodic Protection E-4 Lightning Protection E-10 Storage Batteries E-11 AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats H-1 Field of Vision from the Helm Position H-2 Ventilation of Boats Using Gasoline H-3 Windows, Windshields, Exterior Hatches, Doors, Port Lights, and Glazing H-4 Cockpits and Scuppers H-5 Boat Load Capacity H-8 Buoyancy in the Event of Swamping H-22 Electric Bilge Pump Systems H-23 Installation of Potable Water Systems H-24 Gasoline Fuel Systems H-25 Portable Gasoline Fuel Systems H-26 Powering of Boats H-27 Seacocks, Thru-Hull Connections, and Drain Plugs H-28 Inflatable Boats H-29 Canoes and Kayaks H-30 Hydraulic Systems H-31 Seat Structures H-32 Ventilation of Boats Using Diesel Fuel H-33 Diesel Fuel Systems H-35 Powering and Load Capacity of Pontoon Boats H-37 Mini Jet Boats H-40 Anchoring, Mooring, and Lifting H-41 Reboarding Means, Ladders, Handholds, Rails and Lifelines P-1 Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines P-4 Marine Inboard Engines and Transmissions P-6 Propeller Shafting Systems P-14 Propulsion Control Systems P-17 Steering Systems for Outboard, Inboard, Sterndrive, and Water Jet Drive Boats P-18 Cable Over Pulley Steering Systems for Outboard Engines P-21 Manual Hydraulic Steering Systems P-22 Steering Wheels P-23 Steering and Propulsion Controls for Jet Boats P-24 Electric/Electronic Propulsion Control Systems S-7 Boat Capacity Labels S-8 Boat Measurement and Weight S-12 Outboard Motor Transom and Motor Well Dimensions S-30 Outboard Engine and Related Equipment Weights More from Wikipedia .

ABYC Standards Classes and Certification

ABYC offers standards classes and certification. See www.abycinc.org/?page=Education .

ABYC also arranges discounts for its members to take classes from Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology .

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Fuel Systems Certification

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Gasoline and Diesel has been combined into one inclusive course! As most in-depth engine diagnostics and repairs are manufacturer specific, this course focuses more on the ABYC Standards that apply to both gasoline (petrol) and diesel-fuel engines, and the systems they are connected to, such as fuel, electric, drives, and exhaust. Basic troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of these various systems is addressed as well.

Topics & Standards Covered

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  • Basic troubleshooting
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  • Fuel-system maintenance
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  • Exhaust system inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair
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  • Troubleshooting and repair of cooling systems
  • Mechanical and electronic engine-control system Standards
  • Troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of mechanical and electronic controls
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  • Inboard, outboard, sterndrive and saildrive systems
  • Customer relations, quality control and warranty management

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  • Online Course Fees: Member $985 – Nonmember $1,495
  • Exam Only Fees: Member $295 – Nonmember $595 per attempt
  • The exam is comprised of 220 questions
  • Passing score: 85%
  • Timed Exam: 3.5 Hours
  • CEUs available: 32

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Advanced Marine Electrical Certification

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This Advanced Marine Electrical Certification course is in an on-demand format containing videos, readable content, and chapter review quizzes.

As the electrical and electronics systems on recreational vessels become more complex, the electrical technician must advance their knowledge base to keep pace with them. This course offers a deeper look at some subjects from the ABYC Marine Electrical Certification course, such as alternative charging sources, AC power-conversion equipment, and galvanic isolation, as well as introducing the advanced topic of three-phase power distribution and the ever-advancing technology of electric propulsion. Information on troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with these systems is also discussed.

While holding the Marine Electrical Certification course is not required, we highly recommend obtaining that certification prior to taking this advanced course.

Topics Include:

  • Troubleshooting Advanced Electrical Problems
  • Performing advanced electrical diagnostics
  • Design and applications of electrical control circuits
  • Characteristics and properties of three-phase power distribution
  • Investigation and analyzing power quality
  • Methods of voltage regulation
  • Alternative energy sources
  • Design and components of AC power-conversion systems
  • Specifications and requirements of electrical-propulsion systems
  • Installation and operation of digital switching systems
  • Fail-Safe galvanic isolation systems

Certification Exam:

This courses concludes with the successful completion of a rigorous exam which consist of:

  • 197 multiple choice questions
  • Passing cut score of 77%
  • Timed at 3.5 hours
  • Exam is open book and open note

At the end of the course, you'll need to follow the instructions given on the Exam Info tab to setup and schedule to test online through a third party proctoring service. 

Certification Designation:

ABYC has two certification designation titles to better associate the type of work being done by the individual. ABYC Certified Advisor or ABYC Certified Technician will be assigned upon passing the certification exam. Click Here for more information.

Cancellation/Refunds:

Request for cancellation and refund of registration must be submitted, in writing, prior to the any video content being viewed. A cancellation fee of $85 with apply. Cancellation and refund request must be emailed to the education team at [email protected]

ADA Requests:

Students with ADA accommodations must inform the ABYC in writing of said needs at the time of class registration to ensure that any special accommodations can be made for exam taking. Students may use a calculator during the exam.

ABYC Member Price: $795

Non-Member Price: $1,095

Study Guide Included: Yes

Chapter Review Quizzes Includes: Yes

Certification Exam Included: Yes

Course Length:  4.5+ Hours

CEUs: 32 are awarded upon successfully passing of the certification exam

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Mike Bonicker worked with Tidewater Yacht Service in Baltimore for over 20 years, starting as a tech for 5 years doing general repair, electrical and sailboat rigging. He climbed the ranks and became production manager for the remaining 15, still  doing hands-on electrical and sailboat rigging work throughout his tenure.

He received his first ABYC certification, Electrical, under the instruction of Ed Sherman at New England Institute of Technology in 2000 and became a Master Tech with Standards and Corrosion by 2005.

Additionally, he has served with pride on the board of the Marine Trades Association of Maryland for over 12 years.

Boating started as a teenager for Mike when he learned to sail at 13 and raced for over 20 years and he's been a life-long fisherman from the age of 5 owning several boats both sail and power along the way.

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

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There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

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This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

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If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

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Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

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Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

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“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

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Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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