All‑in‑one safety solution
Transport Canada regulations for small vessels (up to 8 m) typically require four safety items: a buoyant heaving line, a bailer or bilge pump, a sound‑signalling device and a watertight flashlight. Many basic kits on the market satisfy just these minimums, bundling a screw‑top bailer with a 50 ft rope and a flashlight. The Level Six Boater Safety Kit goes a step further by adding a heat‑reflective survival blanket for hypothermia protection and using a durable, shatter‑resistant container.
What’s inside
- 15 m (49 ft) buoyant rope – Made of 100 % polypropylene, the rope floats on the water and is bright enough to see. Some competitor kits offer longer ropes with integrated floats; Level Six opts for a manageable length that’s easy to coil and throw.
- Plastic pealess whistle – A pealess design won’t jam with sand or freeze in cold weather, making it reliable for signalling distress. Kits from BestCoast Outfitters and other retailers also include pealess whistles to satisfy Canadian Coast Guard requirements.
- Water‑resistant LED flashlight – Comes with AA batteries, so it’s ready to use out of the box. Some competitor kits sell flashlights separately or omit batteries entirely.
- Heat‑reflective survival blanket – Provides extra warmth and protection in emergencies. Most small‑vessel kits focus solely on rope, bailer, whistle and flashlight; including a survival blanket helps prepare for cold‑water exposure.
- Shatter‑resistant bailer container – The 100 % plastic shell doubles as a bailer for removing water from your canoe or kayak. Unlike screw‑top bailers used in some kits, this container uses a snap‑on lid for quick access and has thick walls to withstand rough handling.
Compact and ready to carry
Everything nests neatly into the bailer container, creating a small package that stows easily under a seat or in a hatch. The polypropylene rope coils without tangling, the flashlight’s sealed switch helps keep water out, and the survival blanket folds flat. While competitor kits can be bulky or require adding your own batteries, the Level Six kit is ready for immediate use.
Recommended use & compliance
This kit is intended for paddlecraft, small fishing boats, dinghies and other vessels where carrying basic safety gear is required or prudent. The components are selected to help meet Transport Canada’s requirements for boats under 8 m in length, but always check local regulations and carry personal flotation devices (PFDs), fire extinguishers and other equipment as needed. Regularly inspect your rope, whistle and flashlight; replace batteries annually or after heavy use.
Features
- Compact emergency kit for canoes, kayaks and small boats
- Includes 15 m floating rope, pealess whistle, LED flashlight (with batteries), survival blanket and bailer container
- Shatter‑resistant container doubles as bailer; all components are plastic and corrosion‑resistant
- Meets the core equipment recommendations for small‑vessel safety in Canada
- Extra survival blanket adds preparedness beyond the basics
By combining core safety gear with thoughtful additions like a survival blanket and ready‑to‑use flashlight, the Level Six Boater Safety Kit offers peace of mind for paddlers and boaters who want to exceed the minimum requirements.