Safe Boating: Blind Spot Awareness Sign
Brought to you by the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee (CHSC), the Safe Boating: Blind Spot Awareness Sign is a practical safety resource that helps recreational boaters recognize the hazards of operating near towboats and barges on shared waterways.
Use this sign as a reminder to stay alert, understand the blind spots around commercial vessels, and maintain a safe distance when operating near towboats and barges.
What the Sign Covers:
- The importance of remaining aware of your surroundings when towboats are operating nearby
- How blind spots can prevent towboat operators from seeing nearby recreational boats
- Additional boating safety guidance available through the included Lifelines safety tips QR code
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The Chicago Harbor Safety Committee (CHSC) develops educational resources to promote safe boating and improve awareness of the unique operating environment on Chicago’s waterways. In addition to the downloadable guide available on this page, CHSC offers several online tools and educational resources for recreational boaters, passengers, vessel operators, and anyone enjoying the Chicago harbor.
Chicago Safe Boater Quiz & Certificate
Brought to you by the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee (CHSC), the Chicago Safe Boater Quiz helps recreational boaters build their knowledge of safe boating practices on Chicago’s lakefront and the Chicago River. After watching a short educational video featuring recommendations from across Chicago’s boating community, participants can complete the quiz to earn a CHSC Safe Boater Certificate.
Take the Safe Boater Quiz & Earn Your Certificate →
Passenger Vessel Rental Survey
Brought to you by the Chicago Harbor Safety Committee (CHSC), the Passenger Vessel Rental Survey helps passengers better understand the type of vessel rental or charter they are participating in. By answering a series of questions, users receive an overview of the rental type and are directed to additional resources if the operation appears inconsistent with applicable regulations. The survey is intended as an educational resource and should not be considered legal advice.
Start the Passenger Vessel Rental Survey →
Recreational Outreach Task Force
The Chicago Harbor Safety Committee’s Recreational Outreach Task Force brings together members of the maritime and recreational boating communities to improve boating safety through education. The task force’s recommendations emphasize training opportunities for novice recreational boaters and provide a growing collection of boating education resources available throughout the Chicago area.
