ABYC Standards Week Announced
Published on October 28, 2019
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), the non-profit organization that develops the safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of recreational boats, has announced its 11th annual ABYC Standards Week, from January 6 to 10 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
ABYC standards cover all major boat systems and a broad range of topics including U.S. federal requirements. The standards are continuously reviewed and revised by more than 400 volunteers participating in Project Technical Committees (PTCs). Throughout Standards Week, PTCs meet to update the standards under review.
Participation in the process is required from a diverse group of marine industry professionals, with different perspectives and areas of expertise. Attendees learn what standards are being revised or newly considered and how it could affect the future of boating. All are welcome to have a voice in the standards development process.
The PTC meetings and topics that will be covered this year include:
- Electrical: Lithium Batteries, electrical systems
- Hull Performance: Cockpit drainage, capacity labels, visibility from the helm
- Control Systems: Wireless controls, zone of protection, emergency cut-off devices, hybrid steering systems
- Electrical Component: Inverters, chargers, battery switches
- Hull and Deck Structures: Towed water sports attachment points, seat structures, handholds
- Navigation Lights and Sound Signals:LED navigation lights, sound signals
- Hull Piping: Bilge pumps, water systems, seacocks, thru-hull fittings
- Fuel and Ventilation: Diesel fuel system, semi-portable fuel systems, ventilation, system testing
- Fire Fighting and Detection Systems: CO detection systems, gasoline and propane detection systems
Other events occurring during the week include ABYC’s annual meeting and cocktail reception, the full-day Marine Law Symposium and ABYC Standards Certification course.
More information on Standards Week, ABYC’s annual meeting, and the surrounding events can be found at www.abycstandardsweek.com.
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