What must a rental craft carry in Slovenia?
The required safety equipment for a rental SUP, kayak, jet ski, motorboat and sailboat — every line with the section of the act and a link to it. Then what to tell customers at check-out.
Law Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah (Uradni list RS, št. 25/08, 3/10 in 6/18)
Authority: Uprava Republike Slovenije za pomorstvo (URSP)
Covers boats under 24 m in Slovenian waters, registered or not, including foreign boats (čl. 2, 64). The list depends on the navigation area and, near the coast, on the boat’s length and cabin. Kayaks, canoes, SUPs and sailboards have no carriage list at sea; they may go only up to 1000 m from shore (čl. 54), and boards only from sunrise to sunset in safe weather (čl. 56).
If your boat has an engine kill switch, you must use it at all times while under way (čl. 58(2)).
Read the official text ↗ · Rules checked 15 October 2026
What our research found about rentals and commercial use:
- Boats used commercially or for public transport have extra equipment lists, which are not summarised here. Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah, čl. 45 · source · Rules checked 15 October 2026
General guidance: the lists below are the equipment rules for recreational craft. Hiring craft out is a business, and some countries add rules for rental or commercial craft, or ask for a permit. Before the season, check with Uprava Republike Slovenije za pomorstvo (URSP) or the local harbour master which rules apply to your fleet.
SUP board rental
Worked out for One paddler on a SUP board, no engine, by day.
Required 0
Slovenia’s equipment rules cover boats. A SUP board isn’t one, so no statutory carriage list applies — local bylaws, beach rules or wearing duties still may.
Tell the customer at check-out
GENERAL GUIDANCE- Fit the buoyancy aid and say whether wearing it is required here (see “Licence, lifejacket and charter rules”).
- Show the leash: coiled ankle leash on flat water, quick-release waist leash on rivers and in current.
- Point out the area they may use, the swimming zones and the boat traffic, on a map.
- Offshore wind: kneel or lie on the board, paddle across the wind towards the nearest shore — not back to base.
- Agree the return time and how you will contact them.
- How to call for help: phone in a waterproof pouch, the rescue number below, stay with the board.
Not a legal requirement — a starting point for your own briefing. Your insurer or local rules may ask for more.
Make a printable briefing card for your dock →Recommended — not required
- Quick-release waist leashMoving water demands a quick-release waist leash — an ankle leash in current is a hazard, not a safety device.
- Coiled ankle leashFlatwater. Your board is your biggest flotation device; stay attached to it.
- Buoyancy aid, 50 N (CE)A belt-pack inflatable is unobtrusive enough that people actually wear it.
- Floating waterproof phone pouchFloating, on you, not strapped to the board.
- Drysuit or thick wetsuitCold shock off a paddleboard is the classic early-season incident.
- Whistle on the vestCosts nothing, carries far.
Good practice for this craft, from the Kit Finder. Kit Finder ↗
Kayak / canoe rental
Worked out for One paddler in a kayak or canoe, no engine, by day.
Required 0
Slovenia’s equipment rules cover boats. A kayak / canoe isn’t one, so no statutory carriage list applies — local bylaws, beach rules or wearing duties still may.
Tell the customer at check-out
GENERAL GUIDANCE- Fit the buoyancy aid; check the spraydeck release loop is outside and they can pull it.
- Capsize: stay with the kayak, hold on, swim it to shore or wait for help; show the paddle float if you supply one.
- Point out the area, the weirs, current or shipping lanes, and where they may land.
- Groups stay together; the strongest paddler last.
- Agree the return time and how you will contact them.
- How to call for help: phone in a waterproof pouch, the rescue number below.
Not a legal requirement — a starting point for your own briefing. Your insurer or local rules may ask for more.
Make a printable briefing card for your dock →Recommended — not required
- Buoyancy aid, 50 N (CE)Worn the whole time. A buoyancy aid in the day hatch has saved nobody.
- Paddle float + hand pumpWith a hand pump, this is the actual self-rescue kit — practise before you need it.
- SpraydeckA swamped cockpit ends the trip.
- Buoyancy bagsKeeps the boat recoverable after a capsize.
- Handheld VHF, floatingSea kayaking: waterproof handheld, on your person.
- Personal strobe / vest lightYou sit very low. Being seen is the whole problem.
Good practice for this craft, from the Kit Finder. Kit Finder ↗
Jet ski / PWC rental
Worked out for A jet ski with a rider and a passenger, by day. Jet skis count as faster than 20 knots.
Required 1
Jet skis are boats under the Pravilnik, but it is not clear whether the small-boat list (anchor, oars, bucket, lights) applies to them. What is clear: everyone aboard must wear a lifejacket, and jet skis may run only 250–2000 m from shore, from sunrise to sunset in safe weather (čl. 55–56).
- Lifejacket, 100 N (CE)per person
Everyone on a jet ski must wear a lifejacket.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 55(3) · source
Tell the customer at check-out
GENERAL GUIDANCE- Kill cord on the wrist or the vest, every time the engine runs.
- Lifejackets on the rider and the passenger, fastened — check the wearing rule below.
- Show the area, the no-go zones, swimmers and the speed limits near the shore and in harbours (local rules).
- Licence and age: check the renter is allowed to drive it here (see below) before handing over the key.
- Capsize: how to right it (sticker on the hull) and climb back on from the stern.
- Fuel, return time, and how to call for help.
Not a legal requirement — a starting point for your own briefing. Your insurer or local rules may ask for more.
Make a printable briefing card for your dock →Recommended — not required
- Impact / buoyancy vestImpact protection as well as buoyancy — you hit the water hard.
- Kill cord / wireless kill switchWrist lanyard, every single time.
- Floating waterproof phone pouchOn you, not in the hull.
- Whistle on the vestEngine off, voice gone — a whistle carries.
- Drysuit or thick wetsuitImmersion is a matter of when, not if.
Good practice for this craft, from the Kit Finder. Kit Finder ↗
Motorboat rental
Worked out for An open motorboat, 5 m, outboard up to 25 kW (34 hp), CE-marked, up to four adults, by day, no cooker aboard.
Required 37
inland Inland boats (registered with an upravna enota) have their own short list (čl. 44(3) č)): anchor, two mooring lines, oars, a bucket with bailer, and lights and day shapes. That is the whole list.
- Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)Only: inland
An anchor or other means of anchoring with at least 15 m of line or chain.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 1 · source - Mooring lines× 2Only: inland
Two mooring lines totalling at least 30 m, of suitable strength.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 1 · source - Oars or paddleOnly: inland
Two oars or another means of propulsion.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 2 · source - Bilge pump or bailerOnly: inland · coastal
A bucket with bailer.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 3, č) t. 3 · source - Navigation lights
Lights as required by the collision regulations (COLREG).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 37, 44(2) t. 34, 44(3) a) t. 4, b) t. 4, c) t. 5, č) t. 4 · source - Day shapes (ball, cone)
Day shapes as required by the collision regulations (COLREG).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 37, 44(2) t. 34, 44(3) a) t. 4, b) t. 4, c) t. 5, č) t. 4 · source - Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)Only: coastal
Open boats up to 5 m: an anchor or other means of anchoring with at least 20 m of line or chain.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 1 · source - Mooring lines× 3Only: coastal
Three mooring lines totalling at least 30 m, of suitable strength.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 1 · source - Oars or paddleOnly: coastal
Two oars with three thole pins or rowlocks, or another auxiliary means of propulsion.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 2 · source - Lifejacket, 100 N (CE)per personOnly: open sea
Open and ocean areas: lifejackets with a whistle and reflective strips, of the right size, as many as the boat may carry. In an emergency everyone must wear one (čl. 58(1)).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 9, 44(2) t. 8 · source - Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)× 2Only: open sea
Open and ocean areas: two anchors with anchor chain of suitable strength and length.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 1, 44(2) t. 1 · source - Mooring linesOnly: open sea
Mooring lines five times the boat’s length, and fenders.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 2–3, 44(2) t. 2–3 · source - Bilge pumpOnly: open sea
A hand bilge pump fixed outside the engine space, plus a mechanical bilge and/or fire pump of at least 15 l/min (up to 12 m) or 30 l/min (over 12 m).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 32–33, 44(2) t. 29–30 · source - Spare means of propulsionOnly: open sea
Another auxiliary means of propulsion.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 35, 44(2) t. 32 · source - Red hand flares× 4Only: open sea
Four red hand flares; the ocean area adds four white hand flares.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 26, 44(2) t. 24 · source - Red parachute rockets× 4Only: open sea
Four red parachute rockets.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 26, 44(2) t. 24 · source - CompassOnly: open sea
A fixed, lit and compensated magnetic compass with a deviation table.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 14, 44(2) t. 13 · source - Hand-bearing compassOnly: open sea
A hand-bearing compass or a bearing plate as well.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 14, 44(2) t. 13 · source - Chart + means of fixing positionOnly: open sea
Charts with plotting instruments (triangle, dividers) and nautical books.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 17, 44(2) t. 16 · source - Fire extinguisher, 2 kg× 2Only: open sea
Two portable powder fire extinguishers. The size is not stated; 2 kg is shown.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 7, 44(2) t. 6 · source - First aid kit for the areaOnly: open sea
A first aid kit with basic medical supplies and medicines.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 13, 44(2) t. 12 · source - Waterproof torch + spare batteriesOnly: open sea
A waterproof signalling lamp.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 24, 44(2) t. 22 · source - Tool kit + engine sparesOnly: open sea
Tools and repair materials, including for patching sails and stopping leaks.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 30, 44(2) t. 27 · source - Liferaft, places for everyone aboardOnly: open sea
An inflatable liferaft for at least everyone aboard; in the ocean area a canopied (closed) raft.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 8, 44(2) t. 7 · source - Lifebuoy or rescue sling + 15–25 m throwlineOnly: open sea
Lifebuoys: at least 1, over 12 m at least 2, over 20 m at least 3. At least one with a waterproof light and a 20 m line.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 10, 44(2) t. 9 · source - Lifebuoy with smoke signalOnly: open sea
A lifebuoy with a smoke buoy; in the ocean area with a combined light and smoke buoy.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(2) t. 25, 44(1) t. 27 · source - Throw ropeOnly: open sea
A floating line at least 30 m long.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 11, 44(2) t. 10 · source - Jackstays + tethersper personOnly: open sea
A safety line and safety harness for everyone whose working position is on deck.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 12, 44(2) t. 11 · source - Fixed VHF with DSCOnly: open sea
A VHF GMDSS (DSC) station.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 16, 44(2) t. 15 · source - GPS receiverOnly: open sea
Satellite navigation equipment (GPS).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 15, 44(2) t. 14 · source - Navigation instruments (as listed in the rule)Only: open sea
A log, a depth sounder or lead line, a clock, a barometer, a thermometer, and a radio receiver for weather forecasts or NAVTEX (ocean area: forecasts and NAVTEX). The ocean area adds a sextant, nautical tables and an almanac.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 18–23, 44(2) t. 17–21 · source - BinocularsOnly: open sea
Binoculars.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 21, 44(2) t. 19 · source - Whistle / fog horn (12 m+)Only: open sea
A signalling siren (horn).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 25, 44(2) t. 23 · source - Radar reflectorOnly: open sea
A radar reflector, mounted as high as possible.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 29, 44(2) t. 26 · source - Tow lineOnly: open sea
A towing bitt and a tow line of suitable strength and length.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 5, 44(2) t. 5 · source - Boat hookOnly: open sea
A boat hook.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 4, 44(2) t. 4 · source - Emergency tiller / steeringOnly: open sea
Only boats steered with a wheel: an emergency tiller.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 31, 44(2) t. 28 · source
Also required if…
Lines that join the list when your rental differs from the one above.
The boat has a cabin or a deck7
- Lifejacket, 100 N (CE)per personOnly: coastal
Open boats over 5 m and all cabin boats: during navigation, lifejackets for everyone aboard. No type or buoyancy rating is given. (Open boats up to 5 m in the coastal zone have no lifejacket duty in the list.) In an emergency the skipper must make everyone put one on (čl. 58(1)).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 8, c) t. 13 · source - Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)Only: coastal
Open boats over 5 m and cabin boats up to 7 m: an anchor with at least 30 m of line or chain.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 1 · source - Mooring lines× 3Only: coastal
Three mooring lines totalling at least 40 m, of suitable strength.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 1 · source - Auxiliary propulsion, or VHF, or parachute rockets (one of them)Only: coastal
One of: auxiliary propulsion (engine or sails), a VHF GMDSS station, or three red parachute rockets.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 2, c) t. 2 · source - Bilge pump or bailerOnly: coastal
A bucket with bailer or a hand pump.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 3, c) t. 3 · source - Red hand flares× 3Only: coastal
Three red hand flares.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 6, c) t. 6 · source - CompassOnly: coastal
A compass.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 7, c) t. 10 · source
Towing a water-skier or wakeboarder1
- Convex rear-view mirror (towing)Only: coastal
Only a planing boat used for water-skiing: a convex mirror. When towing anyone, a second person aged at least 16 must be aboard to watch the person towed (čl. 66(1) t. 5).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 5, b) t. 5 · source
Tell the customer at check-out
GENERAL GUIDANCE- Kill cord on the driver, every time the engine runs.
- Where the lifejackets are, how to put them on — children’s sizes by weight.
- Engine start and stop, fuel, the anchor, and how to come alongside.
- Show the area, the shallows, channels and no-go zones on a chart; propeller near swimmers.
- Weather limits and the return time; lights if they could be out after sunset.
- How to call for help: VHF channel 16 if fitted, the rescue number below.
Not a legal requirement — a starting point for your own briefing. Your insurer or local rules may ask for more.
Make a printable briefing card for your dock →Recommended — not required
- Kill cord / wireless kill switchA planing boat that loses its driver circles back over them. The single highest-value item on a motorboat.
- Lifejacket, 150 N auto-inflateAuto-inflate, so it works whether or not you were conscious when you hit the water.
- Boarding ladder reachable from the waterGetting back aboard alone, from the water, over a high topside — plan for it before you need it.
- PLB, 406 MHz, registeredFor when you’re beyond VHF range or the set has drowned.
- CO alarmPetrol engines and an enclosed cabin.
- Electronic distress light (SOS)Electronic SOS light — no expiry and usable every night of its life.
Good practice for this craft, from the Kit Finder. Kit Finder ↗
Sailboat rental
Worked out for A sailing yacht, 9 m, with a cabin, an inboard engine and a gas cooker, CE-marked, up to six adults, by day.
Required 47
inland Inland boats (registered with an upravna enota) have their own short list (čl. 44(3) č)): anchor, two mooring lines, oars, a bucket with bailer, and lights and day shapes. That is the whole list.
- Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)Only: inland
An anchor or other means of anchoring with at least 15 m of line or chain.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 1 · source - Mooring lines× 2Only: inland
Two mooring lines totalling at least 30 m, of suitable strength.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 1 · source - Oars or paddleOnly: inland
Two oars or another means of propulsion.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) č) t. 2 · source - Bilge pump or bailerOnly: inland
A bucket with bailer.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) a) t. 3, č) t. 3 · source - Navigation lights
Lights as required by the collision regulations (COLREG).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 37, 44(2) t. 34, 44(3) a) t. 4, b) t. 4, c) t. 5, č) t. 4 · source - Day shapes (ball, cone)
Day shapes as required by the collision regulations (COLREG).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 37, 44(2) t. 34, 44(3) a) t. 4, b) t. 4, c) t. 5, č) t. 4 · source - Lifejacket, 100 N (CE)per personOnly: coastal
Open boats over 5 m and all cabin boats: during navigation, lifejackets for everyone aboard. No type or buoyancy rating is given. (Open boats up to 5 m in the coastal zone have no lifejacket duty in the list.) In an emergency the skipper must make everyone put one on (čl. 58(1)).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 8, c) t. 13 · source - Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)Only: coastal
Cabin boats over 7 m: an anchor of suitable weight with at least 40 m of line or chain.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 1 · source - Mooring lines× 3Only: coastal
Three mooring lines totalling at least 45 m, of suitable strength.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 1 · source - Auxiliary propulsion, or VHF, or parachute rockets (one of them)Only: coastal
One of: auxiliary propulsion (engine or sails), a VHF GMDSS station, or three red parachute rockets.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 2, c) t. 2 · source - Bilge pump or bailerOnly: coastal
A bucket with bailer or a hand pump.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 3, c) t. 3 · source - Red hand flares× 3Only: coastal
Three red hand flares.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 6, c) t. 6 · source - CompassOnly: coastal
A compass.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) b) t. 7, c) t. 10 · source - Chart + means of fixing positionOnly: coastal
Nautical charts of the area you sail, with plotting instruments, and nautical handbooks.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 11–12 · source - Fire extinguisher, 2 kgOnly: coastal
At least one portable powder fire extinguisher. The size is not stated; 2 kg is shown.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 4 · source - First aid kit for the areaOnly: coastal
A first aid kit.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 7 · source - Waterproof torch + spare batteriesOnly: coastal
A battery torch.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 8 · source - Tool kit + engine sparesOnly: coastal
A tool kit for maintaining the mechanical equipment.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(3) c) t. 9 · source - Lifejacket, 100 N (CE)per personOnly: open sea
Open and ocean areas: lifejackets with a whistle and reflective strips, of the right size, as many as the boat may carry. In an emergency everyone must wear one (čl. 58(1)).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 9, 44(2) t. 8 · source - Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m)× 2Only: open sea
Open and ocean areas: two anchors with anchor chain of suitable strength and length.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 1, 44(2) t. 1 · source - Mooring linesOnly: open sea
Mooring lines five times the boat’s length, and fenders.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 2–3, 44(2) t. 2–3 · source - Bilge pumpOnly: open sea
A hand bilge pump fixed outside the engine space, plus a mechanical bilge and/or fire pump of at least 15 l/min (up to 12 m) or 30 l/min (over 12 m).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 32–33, 44(2) t. 29–30 · source - Spare means of propulsionOnly: open sea
Another auxiliary means of propulsion.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 35, 44(2) t. 32 · source - Red hand flares× 4Only: open sea
Four red hand flares; the ocean area adds four white hand flares.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 26, 44(2) t. 24 · source - Red parachute rockets× 4Only: open sea
Four red parachute rockets.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 26, 44(2) t. 24 · source - CompassOnly: open sea
A fixed, lit and compensated magnetic compass with a deviation table.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 14, 44(2) t. 13 · source - Hand-bearing compassOnly: open sea
A hand-bearing compass or a bearing plate as well.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 14, 44(2) t. 13 · source - Chart + means of fixing positionOnly: open sea
Charts with plotting instruments (triangle, dividers) and nautical books.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 17, 44(2) t. 16 · source - Fire extinguisher, 2 kg× 2Only: open sea
Two portable powder fire extinguishers. The size is not stated; 2 kg is shown.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 7, 44(2) t. 6 · source - First aid kit for the areaOnly: open sea
A first aid kit with basic medical supplies and medicines.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 13, 44(2) t. 12 · source - Waterproof torch + spare batteriesOnly: open sea
A waterproof signalling lamp.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 24, 44(2) t. 22 · source - Tool kit + engine sparesOnly: open sea
Tools and repair materials, including for patching sails and stopping leaks.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 30, 44(2) t. 27 · source - Liferaft, places for everyone aboardOnly: open sea
An inflatable liferaft for at least everyone aboard; in the ocean area a canopied (closed) raft.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 8, 44(2) t. 7 · source - Lifebuoy or rescue sling + 15–25 m throwlineOnly: open sea
Lifebuoys: at least 1, over 12 m at least 2, over 20 m at least 3. At least one with a waterproof light and a 20 m line.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 10, 44(2) t. 9 · source - Lifebuoy with smoke signalOnly: open sea
A lifebuoy with a smoke buoy; in the ocean area with a combined light and smoke buoy.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(2) t. 25, 44(1) t. 27 · source - Throw ropeOnly: open sea
A floating line at least 30 m long.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 11, 44(2) t. 10 · source - Jackstays + tethersper personOnly: open sea
A safety line and safety harness for everyone whose working position is on deck.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 12, 44(2) t. 11 · source - Fixed VHF with DSCOnly: open sea
A VHF GMDSS (DSC) station.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 16, 44(2) t. 15 · source - GPS receiverOnly: open sea
Satellite navigation equipment (GPS).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 15, 44(2) t. 14 · source - Navigation instruments (as listed in the rule)Only: open sea
A log, a depth sounder or lead line, a clock, a barometer, a thermometer, and a radio receiver for weather forecasts or NAVTEX (ocean area: forecasts and NAVTEX). The ocean area adds a sextant, nautical tables and an almanac.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 18–23, 44(2) t. 17–21 · source - BinocularsOnly: open sea
Binoculars.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 21, 44(2) t. 19 · source - Whistle / fog horn (12 m+)Only: open sea
A signalling siren (horn).
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 25, 44(2) t. 23 · source - Radar reflectorOnly: open sea
A radar reflector, mounted as high as possible.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 29, 44(2) t. 26 · source - Tow lineOnly: open sea
A towing bitt and a tow line of suitable strength and length.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 5, 44(2) t. 5 · source - Boat hookOnly: open sea
A boat hook.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 4, 44(2) t. 4 · source - Emergency tiller / steeringOnly: open sea
Only boats steered with a wheel: an emergency tiller.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 31, 44(2) t. 28 · source - Rigging cuttersOnly: open sea
Sailing boats: cutters for steel wire rigging.
Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah čl. 44(1) t. 36, 44(2) t. 33 · source
Tell the customer at check-out
GENERAL GUIDANCE- Lifejackets and harnesses: where they are, when to wear them, how to clip on.
- Man overboard: who throws the lifebuoy, who points, how to come back under engine.
- Gas cooker: valve shut after use, ventilation; the fire extinguisher and blanket.
- Reefing, the engine, the bilge pump and the anchor.
- Weather limits, the area and the charts; return time and check-in.
- VHF: channel 16, the DSC distress button, and the rescue number below.
Not a legal requirement — a starting point for your own briefing. Your insurer or local rules may ask for more.
Make a printable briefing card for your dock →Recommended — not required
- Lifejacket, 150 N auto-inflateOffshore, a 150 N auto jacket with sprayhood, light, harness point and crotch strap — a 100 N jacket won’t turn an unconscious person in a seaway.
- AIS-MOB beacon, on the lifejacketOne per crew, on the jacket. It puts a mark on your own plotter — a flare only helps if someone is already looking.
- EPIRB, 406 MHz, registeredThe alert that doesn’t depend on anyone being within VHF range.
- Grab bagWhat you take into the raft. Assembled in advance or not at all.
- Softwood plugs / leak kitA failed skin fitting sinks a boat in minutes.
- Hydrostatic release unitSo the raft floats free if the boat goes down before you launch it.
Good practice for this craft, from the Kit Finder. Kit Finder ↗
Licence, lifejacket and charter rules
We have no verified licence or wearing rule for Slovenia yet.
If a rental needs rescue
The maritime rescue centre for Slovenia’s waters — put it on your briefing card and in your staff phones.
Where Fleet helps
Fleet doesn’t replace a single item above. It helps your staff keep an eye on every rental once it is out — we are building it with pilot operators for the 2027 season.
Printable checklist for Slovenia
A sheet per craft for the waters you rent in: the required kit with the section of the act, what to tell the customer, and a sign-off line for your staff. Print it or save it as a PDF.
Questions operators ask
What safety equipment must a rental SUP board carry in Slovenia?
Slovenia’s equipment rules for recreational craft do not cover a SUP board, so no statutory carriage list applies to it. Wearing duties, beach rules or local bylaws may still apply — see the page.
What safety equipment must a rental kayak / canoe carry in Slovenia?
Slovenia’s equipment rules for recreational craft do not cover a kayak / canoe, so no statutory carriage list applies to it. Wearing duties, beach rules or local bylaws may still apply — see the page.
What safety equipment must a rental jet ski / PWC carry in Slovenia?
Under Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah (Uradni list RS, št. 25/08, 3/10 in 6/18), for the rental we assume (A jet ski with a rider and a passenger, by day. Jet skis count as faster than 20 knots): Lifejacket, 100 N (CE). Some lines apply only in certain waters, and paid or commercial use can add more — see the page.
What safety equipment must a rental motorboat carry in Slovenia?
Under Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah (Uradni list RS, št. 25/08, 3/10 in 6/18), for the rental we assume (An open motorboat, 5 m, outboard up to 25 kW (34 hp), CE-marked, up to four adults, by day, no cooker aboard): Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m), Mooring lines, Oars or paddle, Bilge pump or bailer, Navigation lights, Day shapes (ball, cone), Lifejacket, 100 N (CE), Bilge pump, Spare means of propulsion, Red hand flares, Red parachute rockets, Compass, Hand-bearing compass, Chart + means of fixing position, Fire extinguisher, 2 kg, First aid kit for the area, Waterproof torch + spare batteries, Tool kit + engine spares, Liferaft, places for everyone aboard, Lifebuoy or rescue sling + 15–25 m throwline, Lifebuoy with smoke signal, Throw rope, Jackstays + tethers, Fixed VHF with DSC, GPS receiver, Navigation instruments (as listed in the rule), Binoculars, Whistle / fog horn (12 m+), Radar reflector, Tow line, Boat hook, and Emergency tiller / steering. Some lines apply only in certain waters, and paid or commercial use can add more — see the page.
What safety equipment must a rental sailboat carry in Slovenia?
Under Pravilnik o čolnih in plavajočih napravah (Uradni list RS, št. 25/08, 3/10 in 6/18), for the rental we assume (A sailing yacht, 9 m, with a cabin, an inboard engine and a gas cooker, CE-marked, up to six adults, by day): Anchor + rode (≥ 3 boat lengths, ≥ 15 m), Mooring lines, Oars or paddle, Bilge pump or bailer, Navigation lights, Day shapes (ball, cone), Lifejacket, 100 N (CE), Auxiliary propulsion, or VHF, or parachute rockets (one of them), Red hand flares, Compass, Chart + means of fixing position, Fire extinguisher, 2 kg, First aid kit for the area, Waterproof torch + spare batteries, Tool kit + engine spares, Bilge pump, Spare means of propulsion, Red parachute rockets, Hand-bearing compass, Liferaft, places for everyone aboard, Lifebuoy or rescue sling + 15–25 m throwline, Lifebuoy with smoke signal, Throw rope, Jackstays + tethers, Fixed VHF with DSC, GPS receiver, Navigation instruments (as listed in the rule), Binoculars, Whistle / fog horn (12 m+), Radar reflector, Tow line, Boat hook, Emergency tiller / steering, and Rigging cutters. Some lines apply only in certain waters, and paid or commercial use can add more — see the page.
Is this legal advice?
No. It is a summary of the official texts, with a link to each one, to help you prepare. The operator and the skipper stay responsible for the equipment; when in doubt, the cited act and the national authority win.
A summary to help you prepare, not legal advice. The operator and the skipper stay responsible for the equipment and its condition. Rules change — when in doubt, the cited act wins, and local bylaws, permits or your insurer may ask for more.
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