Difference between revisions of "Departure checklist"
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** engine oil and coolant levels and top off if necessary | ** engine oil and coolant levels and top off if necessary | ||
* Check bilge water level and pump operation | * Check bilge water level and pump operation | ||
| + | * Remove cowl vents and replace with caps | ||
* Configure electrical panels to desired operation, typically | * Configure electrical panels to desired operation, typically | ||
Revision as of 18:33, 9 September 2022
This is the checklist of things to do before getting underway.
- Check recent log entries
- Make log entry, including at least the following:
- date and time
- full name of each person on board
- engine hours (digital display in the tachometer - turn the key to the “accessory” position)
- bilge pump cycles
- fuel state
- engine oil and coolant levels and top off if necessary
- Check bilge water level and pump operation
- Remove cowl vents and replace with caps
- Configure electrical panels to desired operation, typically
- Place at lease one throwable PFD in cockpit (located in locker across from head or in lazarette hatch)
- Give basic lecture for new sailors (must be less than 10 minutes):
- avoiding the boom
- lack of lifelines and safety when moving around the boat
- man overboard procedures (yell, point, throw, commence skipper's pickup procedure)
- location and use of life jackets
- location and use of fire extinguishers
- VHF radio operation
- winch operation and safety, including handle
- hydration / seasickness
- calling out conflicting traffic
- Review rules of the head with crew:
- No toilet paper in toilet
- Only sit-down use of toilet
