WCSS maintains a fleet of response vessels specifically designed to respond and deploy containment and recovery equipment in surface water. These boats are strategically placed throughout Western Canada and are available to WCSS members in Good Standing. Boats can only be operated by personnel who have certification in the Enform/WCSS Boat handling Course as well as the Transport Canada appropriate Marine Emergency Duties (MED) certification. The airboats and barges also require additional certification prior to operating. All boats are equipped with Transport Canada and WCSS standard safety equipment, including two-way radios capable of transmitting and receiving on a set frequency of 159.48000mhz. There are three different classifications for response vessels:
